Illustrate a logo (no AI)

Logo Designer is needed in United States.

We are launching a small company specializing in premium leather journals and calligraphy products, with styles inspired by antique lettering, writing, literature, and history. We need an original logo that reflects the passion and artistry of writing while remaining timeless and suitable for trademark use. The design may be a graphic logo or use the company’s initials, with the company name able to appear separately. Black is preferred for the text and graphic elements. Please do not use AI-generated artwork. The logo is needed within two weeks, with potential for follow-up work.

Budget range:
$30–$250

Examples:
This first two files are what I have made myself using public domain images. I would prefer something more original for trademark purpose, but still timeless. One that is true to a graphic logo, or just initials. I want the name of the company to be able to be separate from the logo. My preference for text and graphic color is black.

About the client
We are a new small company specializing in premier leather journals and calligraphy products. Styles and imagery evoke antique lettering and a passion for writing, literature, and history. The tagline of the company is, “Written Words Remain,” inspired by the famous Latin phrase, “Verba Volant, Scripta Manent.” We are open to paying more for better quality.