The Unexpected Hue

I've always loved rhinos since I was very young. Fun facts: Rhinos have poor vision and they mainly rely on their strong sense of smell. Their horns are not made of bone, but of keratin, the same material found in your hair and fingernails. And, well, they communicate through honks, sneezes…and poo.

A few days ago, Galerie Joaquin launched an exhibition of painted rhino sculptures which features works by Raul Isidro, Aileen Lanuza, Vince de Pio, Kat Cuenca, Richard Arimado, Jo Balbarona, Jomike Tejido, Jomar Delluba, Almer Moneda and Fitz Herrera.

Unlike traditional sculptures, where the material (metal, wood, stone) often dictates the final aesthetic, the paint here is the narrative device. It transforms the raw figure into something striking.

These beautiful rhino figures will be on display at Galerie Joaquin (Podium) from October 1-15, 2025.

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