Anastasio Wrobel is a visual artist and writer, originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, now based in Portland, Oregon. They are known for their abstract expressionist paintings, often featuring bright, fluorescent colors and intricate line work.Wrobel also creates multi-process works, incorporating photography, poetry, and illustration into their practice. Additionally, they are the creator of "The Non-Binary Coloring Book," which explores themes of gender identity and the transgender community.
About
Wrobel is an abstract expressionist painter. Their work often features a dynamic interplay of lines, colors, and textures, and incorporates different media. A central theme in Wrobel's work is the exploration of gender identity, particularly the experiences of non-binary and transgender individuals. They use their art to examine the complexities of gender, self-representation, and the search for belonging. Wrobel's artistic practice extends to community work. They have organized art critique groups, managed art studios, and hosted LGBTQ+ events. In Portland, they have also been involved in street outreach, political campaigning, and fundraising. Wrobel's technique of "reactionary expressionism," involving intuitive painting and layering of colors and materials, creates depth and coded meaning in their work. This layering itself can be symbolic of the complexities of identity and lived experiences.
Projects
Featured Artist for “NO VACANCY” Portland, OR 2025
