Artist Submissions
Great Cards Begin with Great Artists
At Calypso Cards, independent artists are at the heart of everything we do.
For more than two decades, we’ve built our collections around distinctive voices, original artwork, and creative perspectives from artists around the world. Many of our most successful collections began with a simple introduction from an illustrator, designer, painter, printmaker, or maker who believed their work belonged on a greeting card.
We are always looking for new artists and creative partners whose work can inspire meaningful connections, spark laughter, celebrate milestones, and bring beauty to everyday moments.
If you’re an artist interested in reaching independent retailers, bookstores, museum shops, and specialty stores across North America, we’d love to see your work.
What We’re Looking For
We’re particularly interested in:
Illustration
Fine art
Surface pattern design
Hand lettering
Contemporary graphic design
Humor and cartoon art
Photography
Distinctive artistic voices with a strong point of view
Whether you’re an emerging artist looking for your first publishing partner or an established creative brand seeking broader distribution, we welcome submissions from creators at every stage of their journey.
Partnership Opportunities
We review submissions for:
Greeting card collections
Gift wrap and stationery
Notebooks and journals
Seasonal and holiday programs
Artist collaborations
Licensing and publishing partnerships
How to Submit
Please email your submission to:
Include:
Your name and contact information
A short introduction to yourself or your brand
A link to your website, portfolio, or social media
Examples of your artwork
Any existing product collections, line sheets, or catalogs (if available)
A brief note about the type of partnership you’re seeking
Our Review Process
Every submission is reviewed by our team.
While we receive a large number of inquiries and may not be able to respond to every submission, we carefully consider each artist and portfolio. If we believe there may be a fit, we’ll reach out to continue the conversation.
Why Calypso?
We believe artists deserve thoughtful publishing partners.
Our goal is to help artists bring their work to a broader audience through beautifully produced products distributed to thousands of retailers across North America. We view every artist relationship as a long-term partnership and are always excited to discover the next creative voice that will help shape the future of Calypso.
We can’t wait to see what you’re creating.