Give To Gain: Artist Aurora Sky says giving isn’t a loss, it’s how we build each other up

Art is far more than decoration. It is a language that shapes how we see the world. From protest posters to empowering murals, lettering design has long communicated messages of resistance and solidarity.

Each International Women’s Day, artists are celebrated as trhey transform important messages into visual statements using their creativity to inspire change.

Here, we shine a spotlight on one creative, Aurora Sky, and showcase her fabulous IWD 2026 Give to Gain design.

“This year's Typism campaign with International Women's Day is Give To Gain, and I was so excited to be able to participate in helping to share this message. For me, this phrase is a reminder that when women share what we know and what we have, we all move forward together,” said Aurora. “Whether it’s support, knowledge, visibility, or resources, giving isn’t a loss. It’s how we build each other up. When women thrive, we all rise, and what a beautifully powerful thing that that is."
 

Creating a strong and elegant design

Aurora wanted her IWD design to feel elegant, but strong, in the same way femininity can be graceful and powerful at the same time.

Aurora also used all purples to reflect the color of International Women's Day.
 

Merging a love of color and dimension

Based in California, USA, Aurora Sky is graphic designer, lettering artist, and visual artist. She specializes in poster design, as well as intricate lettering art and typography. Her artistic style blends together her love of color, and dimension. Her work is heavily inspired by vintage design, yet she still enjoys exploring a wide range of aesthetics, and uses various techniques and mediums to create dynamic, eye-catching designs.

Aurora’s makes her work available through licensing, and she is always excited to work on new commissions and custom projects.

Follow Aurora Sky on Instagram and enjoy her thoroughly impressive talent.
 

Share your creative talent with the world

Get involved with the annual IWD Lettering Challenge by creating your own piece and share your creative spirit with the world. 

Post your creation on your social media feeds throughout the year using the hashtags #IWD2026 #GiveToGain #IWDtypism for a chance to be featured.

Together, let's Give to Gain and help forge gender equality through abundant giving.