Jocelyn Curry

Art & Joie de Vivre

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November 23, 2025

Did I need a deep plunge into a new blog site, right when such a time-consuming challenge really didn’t fit into my crowded calendar? The answer, no surprise, is “no” but at least I was able to navigate the mind-befuddling process of transferring the data from my old platform to this new, AI-enhanced version of good ol’ WordPress. My previous experience of working on good ol’ WordPress wasn’t stellar, so I’m hoping to improve my relationship with it asap. So far I have been able to upload my seasonally appropriate squash painting! But now, HOW do I get rid of “Hello World!” which was placed there by Good Ol. I’m not sure about this, but I think Good Ol’s default tips will stay on this, my First Post until I figure out how to discretely remove them without being told “This is not a good idea.” At least I got my squash up on this new site for your viewing pleasure! Happy Thanksgiving :-).

WebtoolpicJocelyn Curry Lettering and Illustration

Since 1989 I have been completing a wide range of assignments for local, regional, national and international companies. Creating calligraphic titling for Eddie Bauer catalogues in the 1980’s launched me into the realm of commercial work after my training in the traditional lettering arts was complete. Lettering for package design, wine labels, corporate identity, seasonal campaigns and corporate publications has been ongoing in my studio. I began working as an illustrator and calligrapher for the greeting card industry in 1998. 

Beginning in 2011, I have been designing hand-drawn maps for trails, specific properties, and publications. Recently I completed a series of complex maps and schematic illustrations for Skagit County PUD. These are now installed in their Judy Reservoir Water Treatment Plant in Washington State. Other clients include Skagit Land Trust and the North Cascades National Park. In 2016 Yale University Press will publish a book illustrated with four maps hand-drawn by me.

Now, in 2018, I have decided to officially retire. I am working on my final commission which will be completed later this spring. I’ll be leaving my website intact, as is, because it is my wish to have my work and the work of my students available for viewing until I decide otherwise. 

Thanks so much for your interest.

Please note that all of my work posted on the pages of this website is under copyright by me and may only be used or published with my permission. Fees for usage would apply in most cases, and should my artwork be used without authorization, litigation would ensue. Please email me with inquiries. 

Jocelyn Curry

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