There’s a joie de vivre to Abel Macias’ work that I’m instantly drawn to. Macias’ Mexican heritage shines through every brushstroke. His murals are exuberant; think swirly trees, Otomi birds and multi-coloured cacti. His paintings of rocks, rainbows and desert scenes have a childlike simplicity that’s hard not to love. There’s an inherently positive vibe that runs through his work. Just what the world needs right now.

