Abby Swain is an independent designer creating visual identities
and type in Maine.

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Swallowfield

Kennebunkport Oyster Co.

Juniper Byrd Hair Co.

HighByte

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Font Shop

Coastal-inspired fonts and digital goods

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A little refresh for @jacksonbuilt_207 — a Maine-based design + general contracting company creating thoughtful, beautifully crafted spaces. We kept the bones of the existing brand while refining the typography, expanding the logo + lockup sys
EAST COAST FONT BUNDLE GIVEAWAY 🌊 Win all 9 of my East Coast-inspired display fonts! Vacationland not pictured. 👉 $10 per entry — enter as many times as you’d like. The complete font bundle is valued $225. 100% of proceeds will be do
DesignFest at the @portlandmuseum last week! Huge thanks to @aigamaine for putting together such a fun day. I loved seeing so many different approaches to creative work — always a good reminder that there’s no single way to be a designer
📣 Maine friends! AIGA Maine Design Fest is next week, and it’s packed with fun events! I’m especially excited for the Mural Walk with @ryanwritesonthings & @rachelgloriaia (8/1) and the conference at the PMA on 8/7. 🎨 DM me for a
Excited to finally share a peek at the branding for @teamcyclingme! The goal was to create an identity that felt as welcoming and energetic as the community Amanda has built — where movement isn’t about perfection, but about showing up
A horrific day for Maine and another family forever changed by ICE violence. 💔 #ABOLISHICE
A few favorites from a weekend at @thetipsybutler! ✨ Thanks to @girlthatdesigns — who also designed the inn’s branding (see slide 2!) — a little group of us gathered for a creative retreat while Allie photographed the beautiful pro
Had a blast designing these graphics for @littlechairprinting’s new mobile screen printing trailer! We created a collection of individual decals that build on the existing Little Chair brand and work together across the trailer. Lots of fun t
Visual identity for Jennifer Judd-McGee — artist, maker, and creator-proprietor of @swallowfield in Northeast Harbor, Maine. The identity is rooted in Jen’s original papercuttings, translated into custom icons and a wordmark that feels c
Sneak peek WIP 🌳👀🌲
Excited to share the new visual identity for @swallowfield ✨ Working together, we set out to create an identity that feels as thoughtful and distinctive as the shop itself — rooted in Jen’s hand-crafted approach while still feeling clean
Rejected but still iconic 🐟
Grew up going here, and now my typeface Wharf gets to live on their signage — couldn’t imagine a dreamier fit. 😍🎉☕️ 
Congrats on your opening, @dsch_kpt — can’t wait to visit! 👏📸: @davefilmspage
Drew a custom wordmark for Lupa — my husband’s wooden sailboat! Looking forward to warmer days and less screen-time. 🌊⛵️⚓️ @lukeswainthefirst
Doubling down on the type nerd agenda, courtesy of @ohnotypeco + @hoodzpahdesign ✨
A few favorite hand-drawn fonts I’ve made over the years. ✨ Eastbound Cape Vacationland Wharf Keel Skiff All of my fonts are currently 25% off on Creative Market through March 31 for my Feelin’ Spring-y sale! 🌷 Because spring is coming
👀 A little behind-the-scenes mood board for a new brand that’s rooted in inclusivity, connection, and an uplifting vibe that I am SO here for. More coming soon! ✨