This section archives selected press releases, interviews, and printed features documenting his ongoing journey as a visual artist and educator
Tatler Asia, 10 August 2026
ARTa Philippines: New Creative Learning Centre in Makati
The local art community continues to thrive with the opening of ARTa Philippines in Makati. It is a privilege to be mentioned in Tatler Asia’s feature about this beautiful new creative learning center, an initiative that provides a vital space for artists and students to cultivate their craft.
→ Read the full feature on Tatler Asia
Set in the exclusive Kirov Tower in Rockwell, ARTa provides a beautiful, focused environment for creative writing, voice, drawing, and painting lessons. A fantastic space for learners who are serious about their craft.
→ Visit ARTa Philippines
October – November 2025
Cool Waters Exhibition Featured in Multiple Media Outlets
Roberto’s first solo exhibition at the Gateway Gallery was featured in a number of esteemed newspapers and media outlets.
The Sunday Times, 18 May 2025
Roberto Martin Sing, a Serendipitous Artist by Ms. Irene De Jesus Obligacion
In this interview by Ms. Irene Obligacion for her column “Culture Carousel,” Roberto shared his inspiration, process, and journey as a full-time artist.
Alphabet of Contemporary Filipino Artists Vol. 2
The book written by esteemed artist, writer, and publisher Mr. Lander Blanza showcases seasoned and upcoming contemporary Filipino artists. The book was published around the end of 2024. Its copies are being distributed to art galleries and educational institutions nationwide.
The Sunday Times, 3 November 2024
Grupo Kwadro’s Dedication to Excellence by Mr. Lander Blanza
Grupo Kwadro was featured in the Art Awake section of The Sunday Times magazine. This was achieved through the article written by respected artist, writer, and publisher Mr. Lander Blanza. The group has been active for nearly a decade. Its members regularly meet once a week. They meet every Tuesday at the moment to sketch on-the-spot. This helps hone their talents and abilities. It also renews their dedication to their artistry.
Roberto has been participating in the group’s sessions since mid 2023. He joined after an invitation from his mentor and former 2Q Artists colleague, Mr. Romeo Montes. He became an official member of the group near the end of the same year.
The Philippine Star, 16 September 2024
Grupo Kwadro opens “Harmony @9” Exhibition (Gateway Gallery Press Relesase)
The articles highlighted the group’s upcoming ninth anniversary group exhibition at Gateway Gallery in Quezon City. One of Roberto’s paintings entitled “P.O.V.” was included in the published artworks.
Zoungy Kligge’s “Artist’s Cheat Sheet”
Mr. Zoungy Kligge, an artist and art instructor from Pennsylvania, USA, featured Roberto in his Substack newsletter, “The Artist’s Cheat Sheet.” Roberto was invited to share his nocturne painting experiences in Manila. The article was published online on 28 June 2024.
Mr. Kligge is also an administrator of Mr. James Gurney‘s Facebook Group, Color in Practice.
How to Pastel – Philippine Pastel Artists – Recipient Of An IAPS 2023 Global Society Grant by Gail Sibley (Featured Artwork)
Roberto’s pastel painting “Mestiza 1” was included in the featured artworks in the article written by renowned pastel artist and instructor Ms. Gail Sibley for her website How to Pastel. Ms. Sibley’s article focused on the Philippine Pastel Artists, Inc. (PPA), one of the recipients of the 2023 IAPS Global Society Grant. The article was posted on 5 January 2024.
Chelseah Hilary YouTube Vlog – “My First Live Portrait by Sining ni Sing”
After meeting vlogger-entrepreneur Ms. Chelseah Hilary (Revel, Kenny Beans Coffee) unexpectedly while sketching one Saturday afternoon, Roberto was invited to make her a live portrait as part of her vlog. The pastel portrait was completed in a little over an hour. The vlog is available on the left (embedded directly from her YouTube channel)
