From ship to canvas: Retired seafarer paints a tribute to Filipino mariners

After more than two decades navigating the world's oceans, Cristhom 'Dodoy' Setubal found a new way to tell the story of Filipino seafarers. Not from the bridge of a ship, but through the stroke of a paintbrush.

A retired seafarer turned maritime instructor and visual artist, Setubal has dedicated his new chapter to preserving the stories of those who continue to sail the seas. His works pay tribute not only to the profession that shaped his life, but also to the countless Filipino seafarers whose sacrifices often go unseen.

From Iloilo to the world's oceans

In a recent interview with GMA Pinoy TV, Setubal reflects on a journey that began in Iloilo, where becoming a seafarer seemed an