I’m Micaela Maltinti, a lettering and graphic designer based in Argentina.
I work with people who have something meaningful to share and want to bring their ideas into the world with clarity, intention, and care.
I see my role as a guide and translator. I help turn ideas, visions, and messages into visual tools that can be used with confidence, so they can be seen, shared, and create the impact they were meant to have.
My mission is to create systems and solutions that allow creatives and dreamers bring their ideas into the world
I believe design is a tool for communication
Not decoration, not trends, but a way to give form to ideas so they can exist clearly and grow over time.
Structure and systems are essential to this process. They create a container where creativity can expand freely, without confusion or constant improvisation. When the foundation is clear, decisions become easier, and the work feels more grounded and intentional.
Details matter because they serve a purpose. On their own, they may seem small, but together they create solutions that feel coherent, unique, and meaningful. This balance between strategy and craft is at the centre of my work.
What I help people do
Most of the people I work with have a strong idea or vision. They feel connected to what they are building, but struggle to translate it into a visual reality. They are unsure where to start, what they need, or how to make decisions that truly support their message.
Through listening, asking the right questions, and working with intention, I help define what needs to be communicated and how to do it visually. The result is a system or piece they feel proud of, one they can use with confidence, knowing it represents their message clearly and works in real situations.
How it feels to work together
The process is calm, collaborative, and structured.
I listen carefully, guide decisions, and translate ideas into visual solutions that are both intentional and usable.
You won’t get endless options, but a thoughtful proposal, clear reasoning, and space for feedback. The goal is always the same: to arrive at a solution that feels right, reflects your idea’s voice, and gives you confidence when using it over time.
Over the past eight years, I’ve worked with entrepreneurs, brands, agencies, publishers, and cultural projects across different industries and contexts. This experience has shaped how I approach communication: thinking not only about how something looks, but how it is used, shared, and maintained.
My background in graphic design and specialisation in lettering allow me to shape visual language with intention, considering both the final audience and the people who will work with these tools day to day.
Other Facts about me
- Spanish is my native language. I also speak English, Italian, and a little German.
- I collect enamel pins, postcards and magnets from everywhere I travel to.
- I adore books (and yes, I absolutely judge them by their covers).
- My passion for structures and innate organising skills led me to get a Google Project Management Certificate.
- I am part of an amazing community of lettering artists and illustrators called Big Ampersand, created by Martina Flor and her team. Once a member, now I am the Education Lead and Community Manager.
Ready to make your idea a reality?
If you have an idea you care about but feel unsure how to translate it visually, a conversation can help bring clarity.
You don’t need to have everything defined yet.
We can explore it together and see if this is the right next step.