ME TIME, PAINTINGS BY KRIS SOGUILON

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iLPH went to visit the Me Time Exhibition at the Regent’s Park Gallery. The artist is Chris Soguilon who has done solo exhibitions in the Philippines and Singapore. This is the first time he has held an exhibition in the UK.

DIGITAL FOOTPRINT

A vibrant painting depicting a barber shop scene, featuring a barber and a customer. The customer holds a smartphone, capturing a selfie of himself in the mirror. The interior is styled with red chairs, a television, and various barber tools, creating a lively atmosphere.

Kris said Digital Footprint shows how people take pictures before and after a haircut. What is unique about this painting is that we get to see how the man looked before and after he had his photo taken in the barbers. When the viewer is looking at the painting it’s up to them to decide whether the man took a video recording or photo of themselves before they had their haircut. We can also see hidden angles in the painting that weren’t made clear to the viewer. For example, how the barber holds the mirror so you can see the back of the man’s head. In analysis, this is clever because Kris has been able to reveal hidden details to the viewer.

THE PIANIST

A painting of a man playing a piano, sitting on a chair, wearing a red shirt and colorful shoes, set against a softly lit background with patterned tiles.

Kris told me that the Pianist is set at King’s Cross Station. As well as that there’s a random piano bar in the station. The person featured in the painting is emotional about playing the piano. Kris is trying to zoom in. Kris changed the setting from King’s Cross Station to a typical art studio setting. Which would give this painting a more distinctive setting. The man in the painting seems very absorbedly focussed on playing the piano. Therefore, this implies that he is lost in his music and not interested in anything that’s going on around him.

CLOSE UP:

A self-portrait of a person wearing a patterned robe, holding a mirror and applying makeup, with a vase of white flowers and a window in the background.

Kris painted Close Up as a picture of trying to capture someone privately and how intimate they are with the space. The painting features day to day habits that a woman would do privately with makeup. The woman looks very relaxed and composed whilst putting on her makeup, which creates a calm feeling for the viewer. The flowers featured in the painting creates a connection of nature towards the viewer. For example, how they would appear in an everyday life setting. Therefore, this helps the viewer to envisage this as being part of a private setting where everyday life happens.

Overall, a brilliantly artistic time was had at the exhibition. It was amazing meeting Kris Soguilon as well as his family. Kris has lived in the UK for more than two decades, which of course would have helped him spot the piano bar at Kings Cross Station and make a distinctive painting from it. It was amazing how we can use the Me Time exhibition to relate towards our own everyday life happening.

Two men standing in front of a large painting in an art gallery. One man is wearing a black shirt and glasses, and the other is wearing a checked shirt.
Three paintings displayed on a white wall in an art gallery, featuring a woman checking items on a shelf, a man playing piano, and a woman taking a selfie. People walking in the gallery in the background.
A painting depicting a person sitting on a couch in a cozy living room, holding a cup, wearing a colorful shirt and light blue pants, with a small dog lying on the floor.
A painting of a person relaxing in a bathtub, surrounded by colorful bathroom decor. The individual has their hair tied up and is sitting on the edge of the tub, with a pink towel draped nearby and various bathroom items visible in the background.
A woman in a robe applies skincare products while looking into a bathroom mirror, surrounded by various toiletries on the countertop and in the cabinet.
A vibrant painting depicting a rural scene with two individuals on a bicycle, one wearing a helmet, and the other holding a baby. In the background, a water buffalo grazes, while a dog observes the scene. Lush vegetation and a mountainous landscape provide a picturesque setting.
A colorful painting depicting a woman sitting in a chair, painting a self-portrait on an easel. A small pig sits beside her, and an assortment of art supplies is arranged in a basket nearby.
A woman in a green dress holds a box of fish and chips while using chopsticks. She has a camera slung around her neck and is situated in front of a wall with a menu in the background.
An illustration of a cyclist wearing a helmet and a striped jersey, enjoying a drink while standing near his bicycle. In the background, another cyclist sits at a table, with a food stall visible.
A woman sitting at a table in a colorful restaurant, holding chopsticks and looking thoughtfully, with an aquarium in the background and various food and drink items on the table.
Interior view of a gallery featuring paintings on white walls, with a counter in the foreground and a person arranging flowers behind it.
An art gallery interior displaying four paintings on white walls, featuring wooden flooring and soft lighting.
An art gallery interior featuring a large painting of a barber shop scene hanging on a white wall, with a display table below and additional small artworks displayed on the side.
Interior of a gallery or studio featuring wooden flooring, white walls, and several paintings displayed. A countertop with a vase of flowers is visible, along with a window providing natural light.
Interior view of a reception area featuring a dark wooden counter, a bouquet of yellow flowers, and champagne bottles in an ice bucket, with glasses arranged on a tray. A colorful painting hangs on the wall behind the counter.
A wall displaying four paintings in a gallery, featuring scenes of everyday life, including a woman painting another woman, a meat market, a taxi driver, and individuals riding bicycles in nature.
Interior view of an art gallery featuring wooden flooring, white walls, and paintings displayed on the walls. The entrance shows a welcoming reception area and people looking out onto the street.

EXHIBITION INFO

Me Time, 10th – 24th October 2026

Opening Hours:

Sat 10 Oct 10am – 8pm

Sun 11 – Thu 15 Oct 9am – 8pm late

Sat 17 – Sun 18 Oct 9am – 7pm

Mon 19 – Fri 23 Oct 12pm – 7pm

Sat 24 Oct 10am – 7pm

Regents Park Gallery

17 Princess Road, NW1 8JR

Me Time

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