Atty. Vicky O. Pollisco has been honing her craft in painting since 2015 at Sunshine Place, under the mentorship of Maestro Fidel M. Sarmiento. A lawyer and licensed real estate broker by profession, she finds her true passion in the world of art.

In 2017, she began exploring abstract painting and has since made remarkable strides in the genre. Her work was recognized as a finalist in the Non-Representational (Abstract) Category of the GSIS National Art Competition in both 2024 and 2025.

While she continues to develop her abstract style, she also enjoys painting flowers, often capturing them with striking realism and delicate detail.

Mee Lee Casey, instructor of porcelain painting, shares over two decades of knowledge and expertise in the craft. Having trained in the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Australia, she brings a wealth of international experience to her teaching.

Drawing from her training abroad, Casey introduced porcelain painting to the Philippines, making it the first of its kind in the country.

Rosemarie Oh is the founder of the Hong Kong Porcelain Painting Club (HKPPC), which was established on October 6, 1999.

Through the founding of the Hong Kong Porcelain Painting Club, Rosemarie has played a significant role in promoting and preserving the art of porcelain painting within the community.

Peter Faust is a porcelain artist with a foundation in traditional European styles, complemented by training in American and Asian techniques. His work focuses primarily on porcelain objects and tiles, combining technical mastery with artistic innovation.

Recognized as a pioneer in advancing the centuries-old craft of porcelain painting, Peter has introduced new techniques while elevating the medium through works that blend artistic expression with philosophical depth.

Teresita “Terly” Chikiamco spent more than 40 years in the corporate world, always dreaming of a retirement filled with crafting, painting, and giving back to the community.

Today, she is living that dream—serving her community through Contemplative Outreach Philippines and The Women’s Board of St. Luke’s Medical Center, while embracing her creativity through porcelain painting and decoupage at Sunshine Place.

Whether volunteering, creating, or enjoying time with friends, Terly continues to find fulfillment in a life enriched by service, creativity, and meaningful connections.

Known as “Soulcrafter Tess Colayco,” Teresita T. Colayco has embraced arts and crafts since childhood. Over the years, she has explored a wide range of creative pursuits, including needlework, pressed fresh flowers, beading, paper crafts, mixed-media collage for notecards and bookmarks, haiku writing, porcelain painting, and most recently, decoupage.

Guided by her personal mantra, “Put heart in your art and relish the art in your heart,” every creation reflects her lifelong passion for creativity and heartfelt expression.

Tomoko Sumi is a porcelain artist and Modern Kintsugi instructor who discovered porcelain painting in Finland in 1998 and has continued her artistic journey ever since.

A member of the Japan Porcelain Painters Association (JPPA) and Head Instructor of the Japan Saishiki China Painting Club, she is based in Japan and also teaches porcelain painting and Modern Kintsugi in Manila. Her work embraces both European-style porcelain painting and traditional Japanese Kutani porcelain painting, and she continues to study the latter in Japan.

Through her artwork and workshops, Tomoko shares the beauty of handmade creations, preserving the traditions of porcelain painting while introducing the richness of Japanese culture to audiences across borders.

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Rosalind Ng began her artistic journey in 2003, exploring acrylic, oil, and watercolor painting while raising her children. What started as a cherished hobby became a lasting passion that continued to grow over the years.

In 2018, she discovered porcelain painting and found not only a new artistic medium but also a warm and supportive community of fellow artists at Sunshine Place.