about me

I’m Angelique (she/her), a 1.5-gen Filipino-American illustrator and printmaker based out of the greater Seattle area. I began printmaking in 2018, with a primary focus on monotype, drypoint, and etching. When 2020 rolled around, I felt a pull towards a form of printmaking that was more accessible at my primary workstation, aka a worn Ikea dining room table. In the early days of the pandemic, in an attempt to stay connected with others while isolated in quarantine, I carved and printed some of my very first blocks, with messages of care that I sent out as snail mail. I quickly fell in love with the therapeutic and handmade nature of carving, and haven’t stopped since.

My work has evolved but continues to highlight themes of love and well-being, often portraying florals/plants in addition to quirky creatures. It is a joy and honor to see my work in the hands and homes of so many people, and I hope to continue sharing this craft with the world!

When I’m not carving, you can find me dabbling in some other creative medium or working my day job as a mental health therapist.

Thanks for stopping by!

A note: “acguina” is a combination of my initials and last name, pronounced A-C-GHEE-NUH.

You can find my work at Burke Museum Store and Retail Therapy in Seattle, WA. See my events page for upcoming markets to shop in-person!