20.5 x 26.5 x 0.75 in (52.1 x 67.3 x 1.9 cm) including frame
(Includes Buyer's Premium)
Paul Panton
Paul Panton (1935–2013) was a Canadian painter and photographer known for his vibrant depictions of the prairie and parkland landscapes. Born in Melita, Manitoba, he spent his youth in various locations across Canada, including Thunder Bay, Ontario, and New Westminster, British Columbia. He eventually returned to Manitoba, where he attended Brandon University and worked briefly in educational administration before committing to a full-time career as a visual artist in 1974.
Panton’s artistic development was significantly influenced by his early mentors, particularly the Canadian painter Joe Plaskett RCA and the artist Steve Repa. These relationships encouraged his exploration of color and light, which became defining characteristics of his work. A versatile technician, Panton utilized a wide range of media throughout his career, including casein, oils, watercolours, and pastels. He was specifically noted for his experimental "frozen watercolours," a process in which he allowed the paint to freeze during the drying phase to create distinctive crackled textures.
His professional exhibition career began in 1964 and gained momentum through the 1970s. In 1972, he was the subject of a solo exhibition at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, and in 1973, his work was featured in the National Gallery of Canada’s travelling exhibition, Manitoba Mainstream. While he maintained a studio in Winnipeg for several decades, his primary inspiration remained the rural geography of the Prairies, often capturing the luminous qualities of the horizon and local flora. In his later years, he integrated digital technology into his practice, producing computer-generated "paintings" and refined photography.
The work of Paul Panton is represented in several public and institutional collections across Canada, including the Winnipeg Art Gallery. His career is recognized for its steadfast dedication to the landscape tradition and his role as an openly gay artist during a period of significant social change in the Canadian arts community. Panton died in Winnipeg on October 7, 2013, following a long struggle with lung disease.
April Fine Art Auction
April 9 - April 23, 2026
212 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg MB
(204) 255-5690
mayberryfineart.com
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| $0.00 - $50.00 | $1.00 |
| $50.00 - $100.00 | $5.00 |
| $100.00 - $500.00 | $10.00 |
| $500.00 - $1,000.00 | $25.00 |
| $1,000.00 - $5,000.00 | $50.00 |
| $5,000.00 - $10,000.00 | $100.00 |
| $10,000.00 - $20,000.00 | $200.00 |
| $20,000.00 - $50,000.00 | $500.00 |
| $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 | $1,000.00 |
| $100,000.00+ | $5,000.00 |
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