Pacita Abad: Abstract Emotions Film featuring works that stem from

featuring works that stem from his years living in San Vicente

Sabunganay

This is also an exploration of Baler as a site of contrasts

which aims to map the history of Philippine art from the 20th century onwards

This bold task is best done with broad strokes

Pacita Abad: Abstract Emotions Film featuring works that stem fromPacita Abad: My series on "Abstract Emotions" are compositions of color, textiles and music that were inspired by my visits to batik centers in Surakarta, ikat weaving in Sumba, batik factories in Yogyakarta, as well as trips to aboriginal lands in Australia's Northern Territories and to the Montreaux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Color is the total expression because it is always there and dominates every work. My colors are strong vibrant yellows,