Jose Tence Ruiz: A Voice of the Philippines Born in Manila, Philippines, in 1951, Jose Tence Ruiz – often known as Doktor Karayom – is a visual artist whose work has become synonymous with a critical and deeply engaged perspective on Philippine society. His career, spanning over half a century, reflects not just artistic evolution but also the turbulent shifts within his nation’s political and social landscape. From early explorations of illustration to complex installations and politically charged paintings, Ruiz's oeuvre is a testament to his unwavering commitment to documenting and challe…