WePresent is the editorial site of WeTransfer, presenting work from a wide range of creatives. Literally is an expanding library of written commissions by some of the best writers in the world. For each story, different artists create hand-lettered quotes. I previously had the pleasure of illustrating a story by Sheila Heti. So I was delighted when WePresent asked me to help again, this time illustrating a love story by Caleb Azumah Nelson.

Caleb’s text beautifully paints the excitement you feel in the beginning of a relationship. Music and dancing are key elements in the story. So I thought it would be great if they could inspire the lettering. Groovy, smooth, soulful songs (Al Green, Alicia Keys etc) made me think of curvy, seductive letters, all drawn as if dancing and flirting with each other.

You can read more about the process in the full case study on my website.

WePresent is the editorial site of WeTransfer, presenting work from a wide range of creatives. Literally is an expanding library of written commissions by some of the best writers in the world. For each story, different artists create hand-lettered quotes. I previously had the pleasure of illustrating a story by Sheila Heti. So I was delighted when WePresent asked me to help again, this time illustrating a love story by Caleb Azumah Nelson.

Caleb’s text beautifully paints the excitement you feel in the beginning of a relationship. Music and dancing are key elements in the story. So I thought it would be great if they could inspire the lettering. Groovy, smooth, soulful songs (Al Green, Alicia Keys etc) made me think of curvy, seductive letters, all drawn as if dancing and flirting with each other.