A kind of scenario talked about in the book of Genesis. Her frolicsome brush applications superimposed on stitches and needlework result in a successful fusion of folk tradition and contemporary art making brought about by her seriousness in the discipline without forgetting the fun in play. Her huge playful canvas just seems to come alive with figures in their most vibrant choice of paint applications with those curious eyes and friendly smiles, as if calling the charmed viewer to be one with the paintings. I too, was a victim to this bewitching quality of the paintings for those animated characters in glossy canvas and its uneven surface are a silent invitation to experience a tactile feel. Touching them, I felt a bounce of cushion in between layers of canvas and found out what quilts are actually made for - they're good to sleep on or used as blankets.
Quilts therefore are functional devices for a comfortable rest.
Composing the folkloric imagery of the works are joyful expressions of its hospitable characters, our native red antuwanga flower, birds of paradise, pets and sunflowers are distinct attributes of an authentic Cebuano landscape and customary tradition. The facial features of the people as subjects however, are very Latin and resembling the Frida Khaloesque form and are likely to be residues of Paulina's Mexican wanderings in 1999. In the world of art the artist as a dreamer can never stop dreaming. Dreams are the infinite source of ideas and at times a place of sanctuary. Just as Madonna dreams of a childhood playground in one of her songs, Paulina dreams of nurturing her very own secret garden.