Ricardo “Ric” N. Obenza, Jr.—a 72-year-old artist, teacher, and environmentalist who lives in Calinan, Davao City—has dedicated his life to improving the Davao environment by planting native trees with student volunteers and by sharing his love of art and nature with the youth.
Davao-based environmentalist, artist, photographer and educator Ricardo N. Obenza Jr. continues a lifelong advocacy for the environment. Now 72, his unique approach centers on developing a personal connection of nature.