Sanguine
ARTIST
Born in the Philippines, Paul Robles is a Canadian artist based in Winnipeg. Recognized for his intricate cut paper works, Robles combines the delicacy associated with traditional hand work that addresses psychological and emotional states ranging from animist familiars, folklore, spirits, trauma, and grief.
He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (Gold Medal) from University of Manitoba School of Art and Bachelor of Arts degree (Sociology) from The University of Winnipeg. Robles has exhibited widely in Canada, USA, and France. He has participated in Plug In ICA’s Summer Institute Residence Program, and Papier Art Fair, Montreal. In May of 2019, he exhibited a new body of work at C2-Centre for Craft in Winnipeg and in summer 2021 his work was a part of an exhibition at the Regina Art Gallery.
LOCATION
Garriock Insurance
390 York Ave
Winnipeg, MB
Treaty 1
Downtown
ABOUT / ARTIST STATEMENT
Sanguine, a paper cut, is part of a series of Humours made in 2020-2021. The theory of the Four Humours was developed by Hippocrates, as he believed that the human body was made up of four components. These 4 Humours needed to be regulated and balanced for people to remain healthy. Four Humours were liquid within the body- blood, phlegm, yellow and black bile. These Humours could also be connected to the 4 seasons, Yellow bile (summer), Black Bile (autumn), Phlegm (winter) and Blood (spring).
Sanguine, is a ghost or shapeshifter, hoping to lure the viewer with beauty ,wonder and playfulness, but also a “trojan horse” of confrontation and fear.
PARTNERS & SUPPORT
Wall-to-Wall Mural & Culture Festival, Downtown Winnipeg BIZ, Synonym Art Consultation, Graffiti Art Programming, Signex Manufacturing Inc.