Filipino artists

"Art has no borders. Both Chinese and Filipino artists share the love of nature and the pursuit of aesthetics. What we drew during the trips are not only paintings, but also a bridge connecting the art and culture of the two countries."

Manuel Baldemor, painter, sculptor and illustrator

"Although it may not be spoken, in deed we share the same language through feelings, through music and through paintings."

Norberto Carating, painter

"This program is very important in building cultural ties between China and the Philippines. We can exchange ideas not only about art, but also about our experiences as artists."

Rico Lascano, abstract painter and sculptor

"This program offered me a chance to witness the development of China. I had been to China and I can see how things have improved so much here. Everything looks a lot better now than a few years ago."

Phyllis Zaballero, painter

"There has been good interaction. Because we learned from them, they also learned from us. We all are beneficiaries of this project."

Jonahmar Salvosa, painter