Ronald Ventura: A Synthesis of Surrealism and Filipino Identity Ronald Ventura is a leading Filipino contemporary artist renowned for his dynamic fusion of realism, graffiti & cartoon styles. Exploring Filipino identity through sci-fi, mythology, history & pop culture, he holds the record for highest selling SE Asian art. Born in Manila, Philippines (1973), Ventura’s artistic journey began with a BFA in Painting from the University of Santo Tomas in 1993, establishing him as an instructor at the institution and shaping his foundational understanding of visual storytelling. Ventura's distinc…