Carley Cullen is originally from Winfield, IL. She attended the University of Iowa where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. She received her MFA in Graphic Design from the University of Iowa, with a secondary emphasis in Printmaking. Carley also received her Graduate Certificate in Book Arts and Book Technologies at the University of Iowa Center for the Book.
Carley’s body of work involves combining different methods in graphic design and printmaking to explore her personal experiences with anxiety. She aims to educate her audiences and bring awareness to these mental health concerns through interactive exhibitions and public installations.
Carley is currently located in Austin, Texas. She is the Master Printer and Production Manager at LetterpressPLAY where she runs production and manages the press fleet. Carley also is an Adjunct Professor of Graphic Design at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas.