"Mithiing Mirasol" ". . . A field of sunflowers, with each blooming forth with its own style and brilliance. They beckon the young ones to blossom and reach towards the sky where they will, eventually become the suns and stars that guides everyone." I was never formally trained or received schooling as an artist, and it has been my dream to become successful in art, which I was compelled to put it aside as a hobby while I worked as a professional physical therapist and teacher. When an opportunity to illustrate a children's book arose, I figured it was time to consider improving my skills as an artist/illustrator. That's how I discovered AngINK. I wanted to become a member to validate my worth as an artist/illustrator but also to develop my skills, craft, knowledge and understanding in art and illustrating for children. When I finally joined in 2009, everyone in AngINK was brilliant and kind - They, the senior members and artists I look up to, never failed to encourage the new members to "blossom and reach towards the sky where they will, eventually become the suns and stars that guides everyone." I learned by example, experience and emulation. And I still am. Proud to be a member! Happy 30th anniversary @hello_ink ! INK Story: 30 Years of Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan is open at the Wilson L. Sy Prints & Drawings Gallery, 2F Soledad V. Pangilinan Arts Wing of the Areté Building at the Ateneo de Manila University. Stay tuned to @hello_ink to learn how to access the exhibit physically and virtually. #WhatsYourINKStory #INKStory #INK30 #angink #angilustradorngkabataan #art #artph #exhibit #illustration #watercolor #painting #childrensbookillustration https://www.instagram.com/p/CVZj5NSB7vd/?utm_medium=tumblr