Juan Luis Gargurevich

Juan Luis Gargurevich is an artist, graphic designer, and educator based in Lima, Peru. He studied at the Faculty of Art of the Catholic University of Peru, specialising in publication design, and went on to teach design studio for 25 years. Alongside his work in graphic design, he has explored watercolor and ceramics, developing a versatile artistic practice. His interests span literature, editorial design, modern and classical calligraphy, manuscripts, and paleography—fields that inform both his creative projects and his commitment to preserving the art of writing.

HIGHLIGHTS

Executive Director and member of the Peruvian Calligraphy Association (Caligráfica)

Organiser of Calligraphy Week in Peru for seven years

Instructor of calligraphy workshops for both youth and adults

Advocate for the promotion and preservation of the written arts