Malika Agueznay, born in Marrakech in 1938, currently lives and works in Casablanca. She stands as a trailblazing figure in the art world, particularly as the foremost female pioneer in contemorary abstract art. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping Moroccan modernity, alongside prominent figures of the Casablanca Art School, as they collectively forged new codes and forms within the artistic landscape. The only female member of the School, Malika Agueznay studied and honed her skills at the sides of emblematic figures such as Mohamed Melehi and Farid Belkahia.

In 1966, after an initial pursuit of scientific studies, Agueznay embarked on her artistic journey at the Casablanca School of Fine Arts under the guidance of Farid Belkahia. Immersed in the milieu of Moroccan modernity, she engaged in critical discourse with fellow artists, exploring the intersection of art with politics and society. Together, they delved into the realms of contemporary painting, focusing on the nuances of form, line, geometry, and pure colour. This collaborative environment fostered Agueznay's individual artistic inquiry, a journey she has continued to pursue across various media throughout her life.

In 1978, Agueznay's artistic exploration found new vigour through her discovery of engraving at the Moussem (annual regional festival) of Asilah, a coastal village in Morocco. Liberated from concerns about form and content legibility, her friend, the anthropologist Bert Flint (1931-2022), attested to her unmatched prowess in this realm among her peers. Balancing her roles as an artist and a young mother, Agueznay sought tutelage in New York under renowned engravers such as Mohamad Omar Khalil, Krishna Ready and Robert Blackburn to refine her technique. She further honed her skills at Atelier 17 in Paris. True to the ethos of the Casablanca Art School, Agueznay returns every year to Asilah to lead the engraving workshop during the Moussem.