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There is something magical about holding space as people rediscover themselves…

Hello friend,

You are unique and valued, even on the hardest days. You deserve kindness, compassion, and joy—especially when things feel dark. I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m Delphie Joy, an artist and designer drawn to gestural calligraphy, expressive marks, and endless creative play. My background in design, creative mental health care, and parenting has shaped my belief that creativity is a powerful tool for connection, self-expression, and well-being.

My work embraces joy, imperfection, and resilience—celebrating creative experimentation as an act of resistance. I see art as a language for storytelling and self-discovery, one that welcomes imperfection and invites exploration without judgment.

Through my practice, I encourage others to reconnect with the freedom of creative play, using art to spark joy and build meaningful community connections.

Ways to work together:

Join the Permission to Play community
Book a corporate or community workshop focused on creative mental health care – [download the brochure here]
Enquire about lettering or type design projects (limited bookings available)
Shop my range of original artwork, prints, cards, and T-shirts

Thank you for being here. The world needs you. Come, let’s play!

Get in touch today

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Featured Portfolio

Ankalia Textiles Rebrand

Ankalia Textiles Rebrand

Hand drawn logotype for 'Ankalia' as part of their overall rebranding - hand drawn in pencil and finalised in adobe illustrator

Lewington Studio logotype and stationery

Lewington Studio logotype and stationery

Hand drawn logotype and business card for 'Lewington Studio' as part of overall brand discovery and design

‘you got the love’

‘you got the love’

Custom lettering design - hand drawn in pencil and finalised in adobe illustrator

The Old Dairy Maleny logotype

The Old Dairy Maleny logotype

Hand drawn logotype for 'The Old Dairy Maleny' as part of their overall rebranding - you can see the comparison between the old and new. Logo was hand drawn in pencil and finalised in adobe illustrator.

‘Lady Powers’ Script design

‘Lady Powers’ Script design

Custom hand lettered print

Chuffed wordmark

Chuffed wordmark

Hand drawn word mark - hand drawn in pencil and finalised in adobe illustrator

‘Seriously’ logotype

‘Seriously’ logotype

Hand drawn logotype for 'Seriously' - hand drawn in pencil and finalised in adobe illustrator

‘Kindness Matters’ Hand Lettered Print

‘Kindness Matters’ Hand Lettered Print

Custom hand lettered print available via Red Bubble shop

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I acknowledge the Jagera and Turrbal peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land where I live and work. I recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and community. I pay my respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations people.

Creativity and storytelling existed in these lands long before my work existed here. I honour that deep history and the continued strength, culture, and creativity of First Nations peoples.