Valeria Danilova
Toronto-Based Lettering & Engraving Artist
Live personalization and in-studio laser branding — calligraphy, hand engraving, and hot foiling for events, brands, and bespoke commissions.
One Gift. Two Signatures.
Yours in studio. Theirs at the event.
Every piece can be branded in my studio before your event, then personalized by hand in front of your guest. The item was already useful. Now it has a reason to be kept.
Pre-Branded in Studio. Personalized Live on Site.
For brand activations, corporate gifting, restaurant openings, weddings, and private celebrations, I design the branding and the guest experience around your product — one studio partner from production through the event itself. Still choosing items? I'll advise on surfaces that personalize beautifully and photograph well.
Meet Valeria
Valeria Danilova is a Toronto-based calligraphy and lettering artist specializing in live brand activations, hand engraving, hot foiling, in-studio laser branding, and bespoke studio commissions.
Originally from Eastern Europe, she works with luxury brands and private clients across North America, creating cherished pieces through calligraphy, engraving, and hot foiling. Each piece is hand-crafted in her studio or performed live at events — designed to be held, felt, and treasured.
Featured Clients
Recent Projects
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![Gold hot foil calligraphy on a Dior Joaillerie leatherette jewelry box]()
Hot Foil Calligraphy for Dior Joaillerie | Toronto Colonnade & Yorkdale
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![Live hand engraving on a Balenciaga perfume bottle for a luxury launch event]()
Live Engraving for Balenciaga Perfume Launch | Toronto Yorkville
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![Live calligraphy personalization on custom Dior bookmarks at a Toronto brand event]()
Live Calligraphy on Custom Bookmarks for Dior | Toronto Bloor
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![Handwritten calligraphy cards for a Prada Mother's Day brand activation]()
Live Calligraphy for Prada Mother's Day Activation | Toronto Bloor
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![Hand-engraved monogram on a Prada compact for live event personalization]()
Live Engraving for Prada | Holt Renfrew Montreal
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![Handwritten calligraphy envelope invitations for a Royal Ontario Museum event]()
Handwritten Envelope Invitations for Royal Ontario Museum
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![Handwritten calligraphy place cards for a Dior VIP dinner event]()
Handwritten Place Cards for Dior | VIP Dinner Event
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![Personalized compact mirror with hand calligraphy for a private event]()
Product Personalization | Private event
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![Live hand engraving on a Brunello Cucinelli fragrance bottle in Toronto]()
Live Engraving for Brunello Cucinelli | Toronto Yorkville
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![Live calligraphy holiday card personalization for Balenciaga in Toronto]()
Live Calligraphy for Balenciaga Holiday Activation | Toronto Yorkdale
Four Ways to Leave a Mark
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Laser Branding
Logos, monograms, and campaign marks engraved in studio — crisp, permanent, placed with an artist's eye.
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Hand Engraving
Names and initials etched live, with depth and dimension that photographs beautifully and lasts forever.
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Hand Calligraphy
Flowing lettering that adapts to paper, glass, wood, ceramic, and stone — flourish included.
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Hot Foiling
Shimmering gold and silver finishes on leather and packaging — the luxe detail that catches the light.
Four Ways to Leave a Mark
Four Ways to Make It Theirs
Four Ways to Make It Theirs
Beauty & Cosmetics Brands
Personalization for perfume launches, skincare events, makeup brand activations, and beauty retail experiences
Retail & Lifestyle Brands
Unique experiences through live product personalization for boutique shopping events and brand pop-ups.
Corporate Clients
Custom engraving and calligraphy for client appreciation gifts, employee recognition programs, conference events, and branded merchandise.
Event Planners & Private Hosts
Personalization services for weddings, private parties, and special occasions where guests receive customized keepsakes.
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Hand-Engraving Services
Permanent, precision personalization etched directly onto surfaces, creating depth and dimension that photographs beautifully and lasts forever. Each engraved piece becomes a timeless keepsake with elegant, crisp lettering.
Materials:
• Glass bottles and perfume flacons
• Metal accessories and hardware
• Acrylic products and displays
• Mirrors and compact cases
• Stainless steel and aluminum
• Crystal glassware
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Hot Foiling Artistry
Using specialized tools and foils, shimmering calligraphy applied to leather goods, creating a luxe finish that catches the light and captivates attention.
Stunning on:
• Leather wallets and cardholders
• Cosmetic bags and pouches
• Journals and planners
• Product packaging
• Leather-bound notebooks
• Corporate gifts and promotional items
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Hand Calligraphy
Beautiful hand-lettered artistry that adapts to any surface, from smooth to textured. Decorative writing that transforms products into one-of-a-kind pieces with flowing elegance and personal character.
Materials:
• Glass and acrylic surfaces
• Wood and wooden accessories
• Paper and cardstock
• Fabric and canvas
• Ceramic and porcelain
• Metal surfaces
• Smooth stone and marble
Work with Valeria
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Live On-Site Event Personalization
Live calligraphy, engraving, and hot foiling for brand activations and boutique events.
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Studio Commissions
Bespoke calligraphy and hand-lettering for design, film, hospitality, and brand projects — created by hand for one-of-a-kind commissions.
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Group Calligraphy Workshops
On-site modern calligraphy workshops for corporate teams, client events, and creative gatherings
Get in touch
If you have a project in mind, I'd love to hear about it!