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About Eileen Gustafson

Eileen Gustafson is a calligrapher based in Chicago. She’s always loved letters, and learned calligraphy by attending classes, workshops, and conferences, seeking instruction from renowned artists. It brings her joy to create beauty with writing, and there’s always so much to learn and explore!


Eileen would love to work with you on a special project or event. Inquire about her availability:

Partial Client List

Ralph Lauren | Veuve Clicquot | Shiseido | Burberry Fragrances | Issey Miyake Fragrances | American Epilepsy Society

Exhibitions

Exploration 2017, 31st Annual Juried Exhibition of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective, Newberry Library, Chicago, April to June 2017

CHGO Design Presents Artistry / Works In Process, Live-Action Impressions - Unique Processes | Engraving, Chicago, September 2016

Travelling Exhibit, Chicago Calligraphy Collective in coordination with the Northwest Cultural Council, Arlington Heights, July to October 2016

Exploration 2016, 30th Annual Juried Exhibition of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective (Artist and Juror), Newberry Library, Chicago, April to June 2016

ARTXT, Uncle Art Gallery, Chicago, March 2016

Affiliations

Chicago Calligraphy Collective, member since 2013

  • Membership Director, 2015 to 2018

  • Publications Director, 2014 to 2015

International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting (IAMPETH), member 2013 to 2018

New York Society of Scribes, member since 2016

San Francisco Friends of Calligraphy, member since 2012

Washington Calligraphers Guild, member since 2018

LETTERING EDUCATION