An editorial-inspired stationery series created for Harvard’s Class of 2026, combining expressive typography, illustration, and celebratory gifting culture.

Hand-Lettered Graduation Collection

01. Concept Development

MOODBOARD

COLOR PALETTE

  • Celebratory

  • Scholarly

  • Warm

  • Inspiring

EMOTIONAL KEYWORDS

  • Botanical

  • Nostalgic

  • Growth

  • Elegant

ILLUSTRATION ASSETS

02. Lettering Exploration

Pencil Sketches

Narrowed Options

Vector
Cleanup

FINAL CHOICE:
I selected this final lettering direction because it creates a strong balance between formality and warmth. Its open composition also leaves room for the illustration to integrate naturally around the lettering.

03. Lettering & Illustration Integration

This stage explored how custom lettering and illustration could be refined together as one visual system. After adding floral motifs, ivy details, and Harvard-inspired architectural elements, some letterforms were adjusted to better fit the composition, improve spacing, and create a more balanced overall layout.

MORE WORK EXAMPLES

AFTER

BEFORE

TRANSFORMING “H” OF HARVARD

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