Samantha Testa
Samantha spends her time working live events, teaching hand lettering workshops, providing gorgeous lettering for her clients' events, and painting commissioned watercolor illustrations.
Formerly a first grade teacher, Samantha naturally gravitates towards making meaningful connections with her clients through her workshops and artwork. She enjoys making art accessible and helping people realize their own creativity!
A passion for making beautiful things was ignited early on in her hometown of Youngstown, OH. Her grandfather was a phenomenal artist and he would paint with her when she was a child. She still has a set of his brushes that she uses from time to time.
Reach out to see what Samantha can make for you!
Press
 Roses, Rosé, and your best gal pals. What can be better? Style Me Pretty featured the amazing vendors who helped created a fantastic summer event. Read more to see how Samantha's calligraphy played a part. |  Designing the cover of Arlington Magazine's "Best Of" was a highlight of Samantha's art career |
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 Samantha and a team of amazing vendors were featured in Grey Likes Weddings for an English Garden Inspired Styled Shoot |  DMV Doors Project and Upcoming Book featured in a Washingtonian Article |
 Painted Palettes' owner Samantha Testa, was featured in the Style section of Arlington Magazine. |  CNN came to West Elm DC to discuss the future of Pop-ups. As their resident maker, Samantha was interviewed. |
 Washingtonian Magazine Best Of June Issue featured 4 doors commissioned to represent the Capitol Hill neighborhood. |  Washingtonian.com featured Samantha on "6 DC Illustrators to Follow On Instagram" |