Colors of Light: The Life Story of Lucia Mangapit Valdez is a tribute to a woman who has made the Philippines proud through her artworks which were showcased in different countries. Now at age 92, Lucia tells the story of how life has sculpted her into becoming a bright light to many people around her, which includes former Presidents Fidel V. Ramos and Ferdinand E. Marcos. Born in Batac, Ilocos Norte, Lucia has lived in different parts of the world. Colors of Light chronicles Lucia's journey and her destiny as a world- class Filipino artist recognized by art critics in the First World.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-209) and index.

Chapter One: Bright Stars of the North. -- Chapter Two: Shadows and Sorrows of War. -- Chapter Three: New Beginnings. -- Chapter Four: The Art of Love and Devotion. -- Chapter Five: Golden Years' Finest Moments. -- Chapter Six: Portrait of an Artist. -- Chapter Seven: Reflections and Collections.