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Blake Marasigan

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Bio

Inspiring Filipino artist whose work tackles themes of identity, culture, and queerness. Born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey as a first-generation college student, I draw inspiration from my Filipino heritage, infusing art with bold storytelling. Through illustration, I challenge societal norms and shed light on the diverse experiences of the LGBTQ+ community and as a Filipino woman living in the United States. Whether through crafting children's books, editorial pieces, or comics, I seek to spark conversations, challenge perceptions, ignite imaginations, and make a meaningful impact in the world of illustration.

Education

Seton Hall University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Graphic Communications

Beloved Community Charter School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Graphic Communications
    • Design and Applied Arts
    • Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
    • Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      • Arts
    • Dream career goals:

      To spark conversations, challenge perceptions, and ignite imaginations.

    • Illustrator to Promote Chalk Items

      VersaChalk
      2023 – 20241 year

    Sports

    Volleyball

    Junior Varsity
    2021 – 2021

    Research

    • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies, Other

      BelovED Community Charter High School — Solo Researcher
      2023 – 2024

    Arts

    • Webtoon

      Illustration
      2021 – Present
    • BelovED Community Charter High School

      Visual Arts
      2023 – 2024

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      4-H Youth Council — Tending to Garden
      2023 – 2023

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship