Hi, I’m Michelle Tieu: calligrapher, designer, invitation designer, and here to make pretty things!

My love for typography began in high school with just doodling notes and illustrating pretty letters to friends to pass between classes–I didn’t even know the phrase “typography” back then. This love for drawing letters continued in my journey at Art Center College of Design, where I spent a lot of sleepless nights and stressful days, but finally received my BFA in graphic design with a focus in motion graphics in 2013. 

Although I love motion graphics, I missed the basics of drawing letters. My calligraphy journey began around 2014; starting off with pencil and pen, moving onto brush markers, and now mostly using the pointed pen and working in the digital space (aka my Apple pencil).

To better align my business with my personal beliefs, I highly encourage clients to choose sustainable options and try my best to use mostly vegan products. My go to paper for invitations are handmade papers, seed papers, or recycled paper. I know, clients freak out over hearing “recycled paper,” but most papers are from recycled sources. If you are a local to southern California, I have rental options available! Rentals include acrylic signs, table numbers, easels, and more. 

I love collaborating and want to hear ideas for your vision. I’m here to make that vision come to life and cater to your design and calligraphy needs. Let’s make pretty things together.