HOLLIS AUSTIN

FOUNDER, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA

hollis@austinlettering.com

I've had a passion for drawing and creating letterforms since childhood. However, it wasn't until after my graphic design education, when I started creating chalk signs for local restaurants, that I considered it as a profession. Soon after, I was introduced to sign painting, which became the focus of my professional life and led to the founding of Austin Lettering in 2016. Today I work as a graphic designer while also maintaining a freelance practice under the banner of Austin Lettering.


I've always had an affinity for the nuanced sensibility of handmade work. The human connection inherent in hand lettering not only adds visual interest but also helps to effectively tell a story. All my creations begin with a hand-rendered approach and are then refined into a final product tailored to the client's needs through digital formatting if necessary.


Apart from custom design and sign work, I offer unique artwork for sale through my online store. I like to work with diverse colors and styles and explore various mediums. My artwork serves as a means of personal expression, and I also welcome commissions for custom pieces.