Mique Aguiluz illustrates empowering comic book tale “Ninjay”

Ateneo de Manila Senior High School student Mique Aguiluz (12-Navarro) is the graphic artist who illustrated “Ninjay,” one of four stories in the comics compendium, “Gasera ng Paglingap.” The book was written by children’s advocate Chary Mercado, who handpicked Mique and three other digital artists to bring her stories to life. “Gasera…” presents four disturbing scenarios that depict Filipino children being preyed on by sexual predators and the young heroes who call out these vile adults in the community. Of “Ninjay,” the story charmingly and vividly illustrated by Mique, the author reports, “Both teachers and kids like him best.”

Published by Istorya Studios, “Gasera ng Paglingap” was launched during Art Fair Philippines on February 17, 2023, at The Link in Ayala Center, Makati City.