Lettering artist, muralist & illustrator in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Kristen De Palma // KDP Letters Design Co.

For nearly a decade, Kristen has been bringing stories to life through the beauty of lettering. With a vibrant, vintage-inspired style perfectly suited for book covers, packaging design and editorial illustrations, Kristen also enjoys working with brands to create meaningful and memorable murals that brighten communities.

With over 15 years of experience as a professional marketer before transitioning to a full-time artist, Kristen skillfully aligns her artwork with clients' strategic goals and brand values, maximizing the impact of their investments.

Known for her detailed, vintage-inspired lettering art, Kristen creates meaningful artwork for brands in the form of book covers, packaging, murals and beyond.

Kristen has worked with brands including adidas, Pepsi, Trader Joe’s and Jagermeister, and has recently launched two lettering classes on Skillshare. Her award-winning line of floriography seed packets through her company To & From Gift Co. are sold across North America.

Kristen lives in Halifax with her lovely husband Justin (who runs his own design company, Double Ghost Merch Co.) and their sweet rescue dogs, Yams & Louis.

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AWARDS

Certificate of Typographic Excellence
Type Directors Club, 2024

Gold - Design & Illustration
ICE Awards, 2024

Bronze - Best Visual Artist
The Coast Best of Halifax Awards 2023

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