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Wilbert Tiongson

"REALISM PAINTS THE FACE, the visible character, a snapshot of the present. ABSTRACTION PAINTS THE JOURNEY, the unseen narratives woven into our existence, the stories we carry, the cumulative weight of experience that shapes our being."

"KENOSIS"

"KENOSIS"

"DOXA"

"DOXA"

"EUNOIA"

"EUNOIA"

"INTRINSIC"

"INTRINSIC"

"INSCAPE"

"INSCAPE"

"APATHEIA"

"APATHEIA"

"EPHEMERAL"

"EPHEMERAL"

"SCINTILLA"

"SCINTILLA"

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PNEUMA. > Oil on canvas, 30 x 40 inches.

Exploring the boundary where conscious form organizes itself out of chaotic abstraction. The vital breath giving life to raw matter.
Currently on the studio easel.

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#abstractrealism #contemporarypainting #oilpainting #studioprocess #londonartist fineart pneuma oilcanvas

PNEUMA. > Oil on canvas, 30 x 40 inches.

Exploring the boundary where conscious form organizes itself out of chaotic abstraction. The vital breath giving life to raw matter.
Currently on the studio easel.

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#abstractrealism #contemporarypainting #oilpainting #studioprocess #londonartist fineart pneuma oilcanvas

Light vs. Dark. 🌓 Making it pop one brushstroke at a time.

#ArtReels #ProcessVideo #PaintingProgress #PortraitArt #OilPainting

Light vs. Dark. 🌓 Making it pop one brushstroke at a time.

#ArtReels #ProcessVideo #PaintingProgress #PortraitArt #OilPainting

"Realism paints the face, Abstraction paints the journey. "

I’ve spent years developing a creative language that bridges these two worlds—one that captures both our physical presence and the deep resonance of our internal lives. For me, a silent line isn't enough; I use expressive brushstrokes to bring a human touch to the canvas. It’s the spur of the moment—unpredictable, yet balanced by the grounded foundation of my earth tones.

While this is my own lens, my art is only finished when you apply your own perspective. What do you see in these layers? How would you define these shapes and colours based on the story you’ve lived?

#FineArt #UrbanArt #ContemporaryRealism #ArtMetaphor #ArtistStatement

"Realism paints the face, Abstraction paints the journey. "

I’ve spent years developing a creative language that bridges these two worlds—one that captures both our physical presence and the deep resonance of our internal lives. For me, a silent line isn't enough; I use expressive brushstrokes to bring a human touch to the canvas. It’s the spur of the moment—unpredictable, yet balanced by the grounded foundation of my earth tones.

While this is my own lens, my art is only finished when you apply your own perspective. What do you see in these layers? How would you define these shapes and colours based on the story you’ve lived?

#FineArt #UrbanArt #ContemporaryRealism #ArtMetaphor #ArtistStatement

There is a specific moment in every piece where the world outside the canvas just… disappear.

I call it the flow state. It’s where intuition takes over and the brush moves before the mind can second-guess it. Beyond the technique, there’s the human touch. The random brushstrokes, the spur-of-the-moment decisions, the imperfections that AI simply can't replicate. It’s my heartbeat on a canvas.

"HEARTH" | Oil on Canvas, 30x40 inches 2026
Available for inquiries via DM.

#ArtistLife #FlowState #ContemporaryPainting #OilOnCanvas #StudioVibes

There is a specific moment in every piece where the world outside the canvas just… disappear.

I call it the flow state. It’s where intuition takes over and the brush moves before the mind can second-guess it. Beyond the technique, there’s the human touch. The random brushstrokes, the spur-of-the-moment decisions, the imperfections that AI simply can't replicate. It’s my heartbeat on a canvas.

"HEARTH" | Oil on Canvas, 30x40 inches 2026
Available for inquiries via DM.

#ArtistLife #FlowState #ContemporaryPainting #OilOnCanvas #StudioVibes

I think I’ve found my Crete-ive spark. 🎨 🥰

Our family holiday in Greece, Crete Island with a day in Santori 🏝️🇬🇷🫒

I think I’ve found my Crete-ive spark. 🎨 🥰

Our family holiday in Greece, Crete Island with a day in Santori 🏝️🇬🇷🫒

There is a specific moment in every painting where it stops looking like a collection of marks and starts looking back at you.

From the first messy layers to the final glint in the eye. It’s a process of trust.

I hope you guys like this piece that I'm working on.

There is a specific moment in every painting where it stops looking like a collection of marks and starts looking back at you.

From the first messy layers to the final glint in the eye. It’s a process of trust.

I hope you guys like this piece that I'm working on.

"Finding the Echo"

An artist’s voice is only half of the story. The rest happens when the right person stands in front of the canvas. My hope for this piece is simple: that it finds my audience. The ones who see the realism behind the face and the abstraction behind the journey.

#artappreciation #artisticvoice #artresonance #abstractrealism

"Finding the Echo"

An artist’s voice is only half of the story. The rest happens when the right person stands in front of the canvas. My hope for this piece is simple: that it finds my audience. The ones who see the realism behind the face and the abstraction behind the journey.

#artappreciation #artisticvoice #artresonance #abstractrealism

The biggest hurdle for any new artist isn’t the technique—it’s the fear of making mistakes. 🎨

I wasn’t happy with how the eyes were looking in this piece, so I did the "scary" thing: I painted over them. If you’re just starting out, remember that the canvas is forgiving. Don't be afraid to experiment, mess up, and try again. That’s where you find what feels right.

#OilPainting #ArtProcess #ArtistMindset #PaintingTips #CreativeJourney WIP ArtEducation OvercomingFear FineArt

The biggest hurdle for any new artist isn’t the technique—it’s the fear of making mistakes. 🎨

I wasn’t happy with how the eyes were looking in this piece, so I did the "scary" thing: I painted over them. If you’re just starting out, remember that the canvas is forgiving. Don't be afraid to experiment, mess up, and try again. That’s where you find what feels right.

#OilPainting #ArtProcess #ArtistMindset #PaintingTips #CreativeJourney WIP ArtEducation OvercomingFear FineArt

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!!!

Sharing my rendition of the Fire Horse. Still a work in progress, will work on this piece again with fresh eyes in the future.

#art #chinesenewyear #firehorse #oilpainting #ontheeasel

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!!!

Sharing my rendition of the Fire Horse. Still a work in progress, will work on this piece again with fresh eyes in the future.

#art #chinesenewyear #firehorse #oilpainting #ontheeasel

There is no greater feeling than seeing my pieces find their "forever home." 🏡✨

These paintings have officially moved into my sister’s house, where they’ll be greeted by every guest who walks through the door. But more importantly, they’re in the hands of my favorite curator. Beyond being my sister, she has always been the loudest voice in my corner and the truest admirer of my work.🎨❤️

There is no greater feeling than seeing my pieces find their "forever home." 🏡✨

These paintings have officially moved into my sister’s house, where they’ll be greeted by every guest who walks through the door. But more importantly, they’re in the hands of my favorite curator. Beyond being my sister, she has always been the loudest voice in my corner and the truest admirer of my work.🎨❤️

I’ve always believe the hand should be visible in the work. No hiding behind the blending, no smoothing over the impulse. Every stroke here was a 'spur of the moment' decision—a physical record of where my mind was in that exact second. Right now, this feels like a complete painting, but I know how time changes a person’s eyes. I intend to look back at this piece from a different perspective in the future.

I’ve always believe the hand should be visible in the work. No hiding behind the blending, no smoothing over the impulse. Every stroke here was a 'spur of the moment' decision—a physical record of where my mind was in that exact second. Right now, this feels like a complete painting, but I know how time changes a person’s eyes. I intend to look back at this piece from a different perspective in the future.

Remembering our Snowbelle...

'The glow in the snow'

I painted her in the light because that is where she always lived. Even now, in a sea of brightness, she stands out just as clearly as she did when she greeted you with all her energy. She didn't need shadows to be seen; her spirit was its own glow. Rest in peace, my sweet girl, you will be deeply missed.

Remembering our Snowbelle...

'The glow in the snow'

I painted her in the light because that is where she always lived. Even now, in a sea of brightness, she stands out just as clearly as she did when she greeted you with all her energy. She didn't need shadows to be seen; her spirit was its own glow. Rest in peace, my sweet girl, you will be deeply missed.

Sharing what I'm currently developing as my theme for this year; it's more and more leaning towards abstraction and heavy on the expressive approach to painting. I believe every painting is a journey through the artist’s brushstroke—a physical pulse left on the canvas that serves as a reminder of the human hand behind the work.

Sharing what I'm currently developing as my theme for this year; it's more and more leaning towards abstraction and heavy on the expressive approach to painting. I believe every painting is a journey through the artist’s brushstroke—a physical pulse left on the canvas that serves as a reminder of the human hand behind the work.

Hey everyone, it's been a while! I've been busy with commissions and I'm excited to share two of them with you - Horses and Kois, both meant to bring good luck. I took an expressive approach to these pieces, especially the Horses, and had a blast creating them.

Hey everyone, it's been a while! I've been busy with commissions and I'm excited to share two of them with you - Horses and Kois, both meant to bring good luck. I took an expressive approach to these pieces, especially the Horses, and had a blast creating them.

The model, the painting, and the artist.

"Yohanan" Oil on Canvas 2m x 1.5m
After months of dedication, my largest painting is finally complete.

The model, the painting, and the artist.

"Yohanan" Oil on Canvas 2m x 1.5m
After months of dedication, my largest painting is finally complete.

A painting to cure the tension between stillness and the calling, finding harmony in creating art. ⚖️🎨

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess
#shareyourart

A painting to cure the tension between stillness and the calling, finding harmony in creating art. ⚖️🎨

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess
#shareyourart

Oil Painting on Canvas panel

"Kenosis" 18x24 inches

The self-emptying of one's own will and becoming entirely receptive to God's divine will. It represents the process of letting go of ego and embracing one's true nature of humility and sacrifice.

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess
#shareyourart

Oil Painting on Canvas panel

"Kenosis" 18x24 inches

The self-emptying of one's own will and becoming entirely receptive to God's divine will. It represents the process of letting go of ego and embracing one's true nature of humility and sacrifice.

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess
#shareyourart

Easter break holiday to Rhodes, Greece with a day trip to the picturesque island of Symi and breathtaking (literally) heights of the Acropolis of Lindos.

#rhodesisland #rhodes
#symi #symiisland #lindos #scenery s

Easter break holiday to Rhodes, Greece with a day trip to the picturesque island of Symi and breathtaking (literally) heights of the Acropolis of Lindos.

#rhodesisland #rhodes
#symi #symiisland #lindos #scenery s

Kicked off the first quarter with a burst of creativity! 🔥 So incredibly proud and excited to have some finished pieces already. Feeling motivated and ready for whatever inspiration comes next! What have you been creating?

#artgoals #paintingprogress #artistlife #newart #creativeenergy #2025art #studioflow

Kicked off the first quarter with a burst of creativity! 🔥 So incredibly proud and excited to have some finished pieces already. Feeling motivated and ready for whatever inspiration comes next! What have you been creating?

#artgoals #paintingprogress #artistlife #newart #creativeenergy #2025art #studioflow

"DOXA"
Oil on Canvas panel
18 x 24 inches

A Greek word meaning "opinion" or "belief." It represents the subjective, personal perspectives that shape the inner self.

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess
#shareyourart

"DOXA"
Oil on Canvas panel
18 x 24 inches

A Greek word meaning "opinion" or "belief." It represents the subjective, personal perspectives that shape the inner self.

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess
#shareyourart

The meaning behind my art. Either that, or I'm just too much into self help/analysis stuff lately 🫠

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart #artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess #shareyourart

The meaning behind my art. Either that, or I'm just too much into self help/analysis stuff lately 🫠

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart #artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess #shareyourart

The 2 finished pieces, a self portrait, and a work in progress... Oh! and a picture of my go to brushes in a Mona Lisa mug post 🖌️🎨

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess #shareyourart

The 2 finished pieces, a self portrait, and a work in progress... Oh! and a picture of my go to brushes in a Mona Lisa mug post 🖌️🎨

#art #painting #artist #artwork #artofinstagram #instaart #contemporaryart #fineart l#artlover #artgallery #artcollector #oilpainting
#abstractrealism #supportartist #artprocess #creativeprocess #shareyourart

Sharing my painting process through this time lapse video 🎨🖌️

#oilpainting #painting #art #artist #artwork #instaart #creative #artprocess #timelapseart #paintingtimelapse #traditionalart #fineart #portrait #portraitpainting #figurativeart #realism #layers #brushstrokes #colorstudy #lightandshadow #artcommunity #artistsoninstagram #supportartists

Sharing my painting process through this time lapse video 🎨🖌️

#oilpainting #painting #art #artist #artwork #instaart #creative #artprocess #timelapseart #paintingtimelapse #traditionalart #fineart #portrait #portraitpainting #figurativeart #realism #layers #brushstrokes #colorstudy #lightandshadow #artcommunity #artistsoninstagram #supportartists

"Eunoia" from the Greek word 'beautiful thinking'.
18 x 24 inches
Oil on Canvas panel.

#artist #inspiration #love #selfexpression #oilpainting #innerpeace #abstractart #abstractrealism

"Eunoia" from the Greek word 'beautiful thinking'.
18 x 24 inches
Oil on Canvas panel.

#artist #inspiration #love #selfexpression #oilpainting #innerpeace #abstractart #abstractrealism

'Intrinsic' Self-portrait
18" x 24" Oil on Canvas panel

"Intrinsic" This self-portrait represents a year of intense self-analysis and a commitment to my core values. I wanted to create art that truly reflected who I am, a more expressive approach and less refined. This approach leans more towards abstraction and imperfection.

#intrinsic #selfportrait #values #family #love #art #creativity #legacy #upbringing #inspiration #artist #fatherhood #passion #purpose #selfexpression #identity

'Intrinsic' Self-portrait
18" x 24" Oil on Canvas panel

"Intrinsic" This self-portrait represents a year of intense self-analysis and a commitment to my core values. I wanted to create art that truly reflected who I am, a more expressive approach and less refined. This approach leans more towards abstraction and imperfection.

#intrinsic #selfportrait #values #family #love #art #creativity #legacy #upbringing #inspiration #artist #fatherhood #passion #purpose #selfexpression #identity

Unity in Diversity Group Exhibition
26th of Feb to 3rd of March 2025
Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre
My artwork 'Ponder' from 2023 is included in this exhibition.

Unity in Diversity Group Exhibition
26th of Feb to 3rd of March 2025
Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre
My artwork 'Ponder' from 2023 is included in this exhibition.

Paris/Disneyland Holiday 2024 with a visit to Fondation Louis Vuitton Art Museum

Paris/Disneyland Holiday 2024 with a visit to Fondation Louis Vuitton Art Museum

Easter break @ Corfu Island 🌴🧘‍♂️

Easter break @ Corfu Island 🌴🧘‍♂️

New painting for 2024. It's been a tough start to the year for me. I'm hoping this painting kicks off what has yet to come.

New painting for 2024. It's been a tough start to the year for me. I'm hoping this painting kicks off what has yet to come.

Drawing the mighty Lee Van Cleef and exploring the intricacies of charcoal drawing to refine my technique. Using paper stump for blending is a real game changer 😍

Drawing the mighty Lee Van Cleef and exploring the intricacies of charcoal drawing to refine my technique. Using paper stump for blending is a real game changer 😍

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