Salvador Ching
Salvador J. Ching is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas, where he earned a degree in Fine Arts, major in Painting. Throughout his career, he has represented the Philippines in various international symposiums, workshops, and exhibitions. As a result, he has established a strong presence both locally and globally. Moreover, he has held 16 solo exhibitions. In addition, he has received numerous awards and citations in major art competitions across the country. Because of this, he is recognized as a respected figure in the Philippine art scene. Awards and Recognition Ching has earned several prestigious awards throughout his career. Notably, his selected citations include: 2024 β Kislap ng Sining ng Bulacan Award, Bulacan Provincial Capitol 2023 β Distinguished Thomasian Alumni Award, UST Campus, Manila 2023 β Outstanding UST Atelier Alumni, UST Alumni Center, EspaΓ±a, Manila 2015 β Dangal ng Lipi Award for Visual Arts, Bulacan Provincial Capitol 2014 β Metrobank Foundation Award for Continuing Excellence Service 2012 β βBayani at Bituin ng Malolosβ Award for Visual Arts, Malolos City 2011 β Gawad Pagkilala sa Sining at Kultura sa Sining Biswal, Bulacan 1998 β Gintong Kabataan Award for the Arts, Malolos, Bulacan 1998 β C.O.Y.A Award (Community Outstanding Young Achiever), Malolos Jaycees Furthermore, these recognitions highlight his long-standing contribution to the arts. Leadership and Affiliations In addition to his artistic achievements, Ching actively contributes to the art community. For instance, he is a co-founder of Bahaghari ng Malolos. He has also held leadership roles, including: Former Vice President, Art Association of the Philippines Former Vice President, Lakan Sining ng Bulacan President, The Saturday Group of Artists (2024β2026) Moreover, he is a member of the Association of Pinoy Printmakers. At the same time, he serves as an Executive Committee Member of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) β Committee on Visual Arts (2023β2025). Artistic Practice Today, Ching works as a full-time, multi-awarded painter, installation artist, and performance artist. Through his diverse practice, he continues to explore new forms of artistic expression. Ultimately, his work reflects both his experience and his commitment to the advancement of Philippine art.





