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 searched for a form of printmaking that was more accessible in my home studio, without access to the massive press I had during school. 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 now regularly send out aI 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, teaching, 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!