Our Team
At Ateh Kuya Creatives, we are proud to introduce a collective of talented Filipina artists & makers, all rooted in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area. Our team represents a dynamic intersection of culture, artistry, and innovation—each member bringing a distinct voice and creative practice that reflects the richness of our shared heritage.
Their individual work is deeply informed by both their cultural backgrounds and their lived experiences in the local community, resulting in creative outputs that are not only visually compelling but also socially meaningful.
Together, we are building more than a creative collective—we are nurturing a space where identity, representation, and artistry converge. Through thoughtful design and intentional making, the Ateh Kuya team is dedicated to uplifting narratives, fostering cultural pride, and contributing to a more inclusive creative landscape.
*Illustrations by Maria - Saphrina Splendors
Reina (she/her)
FOUNDER & ORGANIZER
Creative Areas: Painting, drawing,
sculpture, crafting, content creation. I dabble in a little bit of everything.
Fun Facts: Boy mom & workaholic
Socials: IG - @RMGCOLLECTION
Natalie (she/her)
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
Creative Areas: Jewelry, writing, photography
Fun Facts: Workaholic with a side hustle,
baby of the AK Creatives board
Socials: IG - @PAPERCRANE.LOTUS
Regina (she/her)
FINANCE & RESOURCES OFFICER
Creative Areas: Illustration & graphic novels
Fun Facts: Bi and numbers crunchers
Socials: IG - @ARTBYCOURAGE
Maria (she/her)
CLIENT RELATIONS & EVENTS COORDINATOR
Creative Areas: Graphic design, drawing,
sewing, all the crafts
Fun Facts: Hobby collector
(gamer, crafter, and cosplayer)
Socials: IG/FB - SAPHRINASPLENDORS
Nica (she/her/siya)
LOCAL OUTREACH COORDINATOR (MARYLAND REGION)
Creative Areas: Photography, Multimedia art,
Street art, and Music
Fun Facts: I grew up in a small town in
Laguna, Philippines
Socials: IG - @NICA.SPRAYS