Abaño, Ambie

Ambie Abaño (born Manila, 1967) is a Filipino visual artist who transitioned from a career in architecture to the fine arts. Best known for pushing the boundaries of printmaking, her work explores portraiture through a unique blend of traditional techniques and modern, multi-dimensional execution.

Artistic Style & Evolution
Medium Shift: Transitioned from traditional painting to experimental printmaking.

Process & Material: Evolved from standard 2D prints into 3D sculptures, mixed-media works, and immersive installations.

Signature Element: Regardless of the final form, her work consistently incorporates traditional printmaking processes.

Career Highlights & Leadership
Academia: Faculty member at the University of the Philippines (UP) College of Fine Arts.

Leadership: Served as President of the Philippine Association of Printmakers (PAP) for six years and remains highly active in their training programs.

Reach: Exhibits her work extensively throughout the Philippines and across Asia.

Selected Exhibitions
Solo Exhibitions

Sanctuaire des memoires – Alliance Francaise de Manille (2012)

SurFACE (2011)

TransFIGURATION – Cultural Center of the Philippines (2006)

Notable Participations & Group Shows

The Speaking House – Kerala, India (2012)

Open Studios – Cité Internationale des Arts, Paris (2011)

Asian International Art Exhibition (2007–2011)

A/P: Analog Playground – Ateneo Art Gallery, Manila