"I always see the world through colour, although my vision, perspective and paintings are constantly influenced by new ideas and changing environments. I feel like I am an ambassador of colours, always projecting a positive mood that helps make the world smile." - Pacita Abad
Pacita Abad was a Filipino-American artist known for her vibrant textile art. Born in the Philippines, she moved to the United States in the 1970s and travelled extensively around the world. Abad's work often incorporated elements of her Filipino heritage and explored themes of identity, migration, and social justice.