For several years now, The Philippine Times’ volunteer cartoonist, Bryan Silvederio, has been producing editorial cartoons that provoke thought and conversation. In the September 2025 edition, his artwork on the front page called attention to corruption and flood control mismanagement in the Philippines – a subject that has stirred outrage among Filipinos both at home and abroad.
Adding to this, our managing editor, Andrea Garcia, wrote the accompanying editorial (page 4), sharpening the message and placing it firmly within the current debate. Together, their work reflects the anger and frustration that many Filipinos feel as stories of corruption continue to dominate headlines.
You can view the full September 2025 edition here:
READ EDITORIAL: Full house of cards, flush of flooded streets
This issue also gives us an opportunity to introduce you to two of the people behind the pages of The Philippine Times.
About the Artist: Bryan Silvederio
Bryan Silvederio is an editorial cartoonist whose style leans toward hyperrealism. His work is known for attention to detail and a passion for realistic drawings, often blending traditional techniques with modern and digital art.
From childhood doodles to commissioned family portraits, Bryan’s artistic journey has been about exploring new ways to express social issues through visual storytelling. He has earned recognition in several competitions, including 1st place in a comic strip writing contest judged by Manix Abrera, 3rd place in a national graphic illustration competition, and Champion in editorial cartooning (English category) at the 2013 National Collegiate Schools Press Conference.
Outside of art, Bryan is a licensed electrical engineer, a graduate of the Australian Institute of Engineering, and a lifelong learner. A Christian, chess and basketball enthusiast, and Star Wars collector, he continues to balance his professional and personal passions while expanding into digital arts to address timely issues.
About the Editor: Andrea Garcia
Andrea Garcia is the managing editor of The Philippine Times. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Bachelor of English Studies (Language) from the University of the Philippines Diliman, she recently completed a 9-month Digital Journalism program conducted by the Digital News Academy under News Corp Australia, Google, and Melbourne Business School.
In 2024, Andrea joined the first-ever Pasig Writers Workshop, which led her to become part of Adhika ng Giting sa Obra at Sining sa Pasig (AGOS Pasig). She later concluded the 2nd Pasig Writers Workshop in 2025, continuing her pursuit of creating spaces for aspiring authors.
Also a theatre enthusiast, Andrea is involved in local productions through writing, performing, and front-of-house work. Her passion for both journalism and the arts reflects her commitment to community storytelling and amplifying diverse voices.
Keeping the Conversation Alive
Bryan and Andrea’s work in this issue does not claim to expose corruption firsthand. Instead, it captures the sentiments of Filipinos who are already outraged by the misuse of public funds and failures in flood control management.
Through art and words, they remind us of the role media can play: not only to report but also to reflect and amplify the voices of a community – whether in the Philippines or among the diaspora.
