Keeping Up with the Calligraphers

"I should be charging for that.""Correct."Alex of Signs of our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy chat about their newfound perspective on luxury retail events, the quirks of in-studio orders, and what happens when artists sacrifice quality for speed. They also touch on pricing for events, added fees, and real life examples of communicating expectations with clients. Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Alex and Cat welcomed the so very talented artist, Jodi Tellier to share her not-so-linear journey being in the art world; and her tips on maintaining years-long relationships with her clients, even after pivoting her art and her business.In the first half of the episode, Jodi stares how she transitioned from drawing and painting to calligraphy and then back to live painting.Then she shared her insights on how she’s managed to navigate pricing challenges, communicating with clients, and how she’s learned to set boundaries when necessary.We’re so grateful that after years of following each other that we got to hear more about Jodi’s journey and how she got to where she is today. Save this episode for when you’re ready to be inspired!Key takeaways:✨ genuine human connections will always be more important and valuable than being transactional in your relationships✨ staying true to yourself and your art will bring you so much more joy in your business than if you let others shape your day-to-day and what services you offer✨ it’s more than possible to sustain a career as a full time artistSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

If you’ve ever thought, “why not me?” this episode is for you. Alex of Signs of our Lives, Hannah of TallyMark Studio, and special guest Syl of Via Calligraphy discuss the concept of using that FOMO you have as a growth tool in your creative business.Hannah and Syl share how “The Artist’s Way” shifted their perspectives about jealousy, and how engaging in creative exploration has lead to some *unexpected* discoveries to say the least.Listen in for some actionable things you can do to fill the gaps between where you are and where you want to be, in a way that aligns with you, your creativity, and your business.References:The Psychology of Your 20s podcastThe Artist’s Way book / workbook A Creative Act by Rick RubinBig Magic by Elizabeth GilbertSylvia of Via Calligraphy:Syl's WebsiteSyl's IGSomedayArtClub IGSomeday Art Club / LuxuryLettering101Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Bringing it back MTV style, Alex of Signs of our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy go into their personal journeys of being a little bit too into their work; to the point where it at times takes a toll on their physical and mental health.They chat about hustle culture, the need to always be productive, and how society promotes the idea that your self-worth is tied to your financial success. And in the same vein, how difficult it is to say "no" to things when you love your clients and the work you do.They emphasize the need to shift their mindsets about their innate value, and the need to shift their personal behavior patterns to incorporate some balance in their businesses and their personal lives.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this Hot Take episodes, Alex of Signs of our Lives, Hannah of Tallymark Studio, and guest Suki Liu of Signed by Suki discuss the importance of recognizing that not every client is a good fit for every artist.They unpack one of Suki's most recent Instagram posts, which started a conversation about the need for authenticity, professionalism, and setting standards within the industry, especially when it could impact the significance of a cultural tradition or art form. Handling client requests outside of your wheelhouse isn't easy, but we promise to hold your hand through it on this one!Links:Suki's Instagram PostIG: Signed by SukiWebsite: Signed by SukiSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Welcome to Season 3 of Keeping Up with the Calligraphers! Alex of Signs of our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy catch up on all things work and life since the end of Season 2. From the realities of traveling for events, to the challenges of setting boundaries with clients, to figuring out what balance looks like for both of them, these co-hosts are keeping it realer than ever. They reflect on what they plan on starting in 2026, what they're so over, and what's necessary to keep doing. Listen in for some inspiration, but most importantly for the laughs and the lessons.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this episode, Alex and Cat discuss Cat's recent adventure providing live event calligraphy at a destination wedding in Spain. Listen in to hear how she landed the client, the logistics that went into the client experience, and the creative and intricate process of curating the wedding favors.And as always, nothing will ever go as planned. Cat goes into some of the  obstacles that came up (expected and unexpected) -- including going through customs with 100s of wedding favors, language barriers, transportation issues, and more; while reflecting and sharing on the lessons learned for future events.Also: a quick update on the status of the pod!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Alex, Hannah, AND Cat discuss the nuances of working with luxury brands in the creative industry, particularly as event calligraphers. Booking that household name can be a huge business milestone! AND there are some factors you may want to consider before working with your next luxury brand. Do the values align? What’s the pay rate? The payment terms are what now?! You want me to sign a who what? As always, there are pros and cons to each side of the conversation, helping you determine what your next move will be.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

The episode you’ve all been waiting for…In response to a recent Instagram post 👀, Alex of Signs of our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy chat with their guest Sylvia of Via Calligraphy about the nuances of professionalism, dress codes, and client communication.They discuss a brief history of “professionalism” in work places, the inclusivity (or lack thereof) of dress codes at retail and brand events, and how to balance personal style with client expectations, through curating the pieces in their wardrobe.Should artists just fall in line with corporate dress code standards? Or are there times when it’s ok to color outside the lines? Tune in to find out their thoughts. Sylvia of Via Calligraphy:Syl's WebsiteSyl's IGSomedayArtClub IGSomeday Art Club / LuxuryLettering101Syl’s Instagram Post About Dress CodesOther Resources + Links:Alex's Nuuly Link (for $30 off your first month)Cat’s LTK (LikeToKnowIt) LinkBook a Mentorship Session with Alex via PatreonTitle VII: Employer Dress Code LawsSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy and Alex of Signs of our Lives chat with Paige Griffith of The Legal Paige, contract lawyer and legal expert, about the importance of contracts for small business owners, particularly in the creative industry. Paiges emphasizes the need for clear, legally binding contracts to protect both the business and the client. The discussion covers when to implement contracts, how to modify them, and the role of AI in contract creation. Additionally, Paige shares resources available for entrepreneurs looking to enhance their legal knowledge and contract templates.[  The Legal Paige’s 40% off Mid-Year Sale is running from 5/19-5/22 ]Episode Links:Paige’s Contract Clause Checklist (free)Cat’s Affiliate Link to Paige’s Live Event Artist Contract - use code CATLAUREN10 for an extra $10 offLive Calligraphy ContractPaige’s Links:WebsiteInstagramFacebookSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

“YoU nEeD to NiChE.” 🙅🏻‍♀️ NURRR. We’re sick of hearing this advice!When you’re first starting out, or when you’re ready to add or pivot your services, the whole “you need to be niching” thing is just NOT gonna work.You’re a multi-faceted artist and business owner! You owe it to yourself to create what you want to create, and explore what you’re curious about. You deserve the opportunity to have multiple streams of income. You and your art should be able to reach new audiences.Alex and Hannah discuss the reasons why it’s beneficial to diversify and stay open to different opportunities and art forms. So throw that spaghetti at the wall. 🍝 Figure out what brings YOU joy, and what feels right for YOUR business and life.Link: Elizabeth Gilbert, The Curiosity Driven LifeSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Thinking about hiring other artists or being hired for events? Alex + Cat dive deep into this controversial topic that's buzzing through the event artist / calligraphy industry right now - examining the honest pros and cons of both hiring other artists and being hired yourself.From what makes someone totally rehire-able (or not), to the weird gray areas around pay rates and social media posting, they share their experiences from both sides of the subcontracting relationship.Plus hear about that time Cat's engraver died mid-event and why Alex once turned DOWN subcontract work (but now loves it!).Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this new episode series, Alex Hirsch of Signs of our Lives and Hannah Holt of Tally Mark Calligraphy share their hot takes on sharing your income online. With the underlying principles of “a rising tide lifts all ships,” they discuss how sharing your income online can be beneficial AND how it could be misleading to other business owners and artists (or give people the ick).Alex and Hannah talk about price transparency, revenue versus profit, and the nuances of why and how you should and shouldn’t share your income publicly. Is six figures all it’s cracked up to be? What do you even want for your life and your business? Does the struggling artist stereotype need to be broken? Tune in for the *nuance!*FTC LawsHannah Holt, Tally Mark CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/tallymarkcalligraphy/Website: www.tallymarkcalligraphy.comSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Live art isn't just for brand, corporate, and retail events, folks! It's coming in hot at weddings, and we're here to tell you all about it.Cat, resident expert on bringing calligraphy experiences at weddings, shares how weddings can be similar to brand events, but more importantly, how they can be entirely different from start to finish.Alex and Cat discuss expectations, client education, pricing, timeline, and other important considerations when working with the timeline of a wedding.Learn how to have your cake, and eat it too.Need more? Sign up for Cat's email list for when her tell-all insider course launches.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this mini solo episode, Alex shares their point of view of attending retail events... well, solo! Whether you're engraving fragrances at a retailer, or lettering on champagne bottles at a liquor store - communication and adaptability are key when you're by yourself! She shares her insights on what questions to ask beforehand, what to do when you're at your event, and what to follow up with afterwards to build on client relationships. Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Cat and Alex are two tired girlies trying to figure out what’s next in their businesses. After spending a summer working hard to continue elevating guest experience for clients while still showing up authentically (and chaotically) as themselves, they put down their engravers and picked up their mics to debrief together.  Join them as they reflect on things they’d like to stop doing, start doing, and continue doing in life and in their calligraphy businesses. Will Cat stay part time? Are networking events still a thing we need to be doing? What is a boundary? Has anyone seen her? All these questions answered and more, while sprinkling in some laughs, as always.Highlights/Keywords: networking successes, charging your value, boundaries as a business owner, hourly rate vs package rate, clients that value you, morning routines, silly joys, outsourcing and automating, client feedbackStart/Stop/Continue Reflection FreebieDubsado Affiliate LinkSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

We're back from summer break and kicking off the fall season with a special collaboration episode with Shaochen and Alane from the Calligraphy Biz Corner podcast, where we chat about the diverse, in-demand live event calligraphy industry.Join us for this exciting conversation where Cat Brown of Cat Lauren Calligraphy and Alex Hirsch of Signs of Our Lives share their experiences of growing their calligraphy businesses, niching down within the live event space, and the importance of staying authentic in business. We chat about essential marketing and pricing strategies for live events, the value of community connections, and the necessity of having a contract in place, whether it's your first or your hundredth job. From corporate events to private parties, Cat and Alex have a wealth of knowledge when in comes to standing out as live event artists. After getting their start by creating signs and paper goods for weddings, they expanded their services to provide live calligraphy at corporate events and activations for brands like Prada, Makers Mark, LA Magazine, Netflix, and more.Whether you're looking to partner with luxury and corporate clients, provide on-site activations for local businesses, or even break into the world of flash tattoos, this episode has all the tips you need to create personalized, Insta-worthy experiences for guests of all kinds. Tune in for an insightful conversation packed with actionable tips as we head into busy season for live events!Please note, if you're listening around littles, you might want to put headphones in for this one!🔗 Links to resources mentioned in this episode:Check out Nibtique for a directory of calligraphersShop Calligraphy contracts at the Legal Paige (use code CATLAUREN10 for 10% off!)Live Calligraphy ContractSubcontract AgreementCalligraphy & Stationery ContractListen to more of Calligraphy Biz Corner: https://calligraphybizcorner.buzzsprout.com/followFollow Calligraphy Biz Corner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calligraphybizcorner/Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Having an efficient workflow cultivates a better experience for you, for your client, and for event attendees — so let’s do something about it! In this episode, Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy + Alex of Signs of our Lives discuss:-strategies for figuring out how to determine your production rate-some differences between in studio work versus on site work-setting up your event space-how and what to educate your clients and event attendees about-different types of order forms, and how they can help you manage your event-setting and communicating boundaries on site-and so much more!Listen in for all the tips on managing (and mastering) event workflow for live events as an artist.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this mini episode, Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy shares her experience of going to her first networking event. Join us as Alex and Cat answer: How do you know what networking events to go to? WTF is an elevator pitch? How does an introvert get themselves through a networking event? Do you bring business cards? And some of the other intricacies of attending a networking event solo. Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy and Alex of Signs of Our Lives share how they price their services as event artists, and some other pricing structures that you can utilize in your art businesses.They share the considerations to take into account when pricing, and how pricing for events can be different than in-studio commissions or product-based business models.They also touch on how being transparent with your pricing benefits everyone, and how having a pricing structure helps you understand the value you provide and communicate it to potential clients.Links:NibtiqueJodi Tellier ArtSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Feeling the burnout of balancing your personal life, entrepreneurship, and being an artist? This episode has exactly what you need.Alex of Signs of our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren calligraphy interview Amanda Reid of Amanda Reid Designs. She teaches us about the realities of burnout and reminds us that our bodies are our most precious tools—and it's about time we started treating them as such!Reignite your creativity with practical tips about avoiding burnout,  addressing it when it happens, and prioritizing self-care as a non-negotiable for personal and professional success.Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we empower you to prioritize your well-being, set healthy boundaries, and find inspiration in the everyday. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or someone seeking a holistic approach to life, this episode offers a roadmap to thrive in a world that often demands more than it gives. Tune in and take the first step towards a healthier, more balanced you!Episode LinksAmanda Reid Designs - InstagramAmanda Reid Designs - websiteCalligraphers of Color - InstagramThe Luxury Calligraphy Retreat - InstagramThe Luxury Calligraphy Retreat - LinkJodi Tellier Art - InstagramAffiliate LinksThe Artist WayStylusSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this episode, we discuss Alex’s journey going from full time business owner to part time, and then back to full time, and Cat’s journey managing being a full time career-girlie, mom, and part-time business owner. While their journeys and their days are vastly different from each other, both of their businesses are successful in their own way. Let this episode serve as a reminder that success doesn’t need to be measured by someone else’s metrics, and most business journeys aren’t linear.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Clickbait, oo ha ha! Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy and Alex of Signs of Our Lives chat about their experiences working for “exposure” in the events industry: when they’ve said “f%k no,” when they’ve said “h#LL yes” and negotiated terms, and when they were down for a trade. Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

So you’ve decided that event artistry is for you – now what? Alex of Signs of Our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy give you a mini masterclass outlining exactly what they do to help you market yourself to potential clients in order to book events as an artist. Whether you’re just starting out or have been doing events for a while, this episode is packed with helpful insights to help you build your book of business. As always, not one size fits all, so listen in to figure out what works best for you.Affiliate Links:DubsadoSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this episode, Alex of Signs of Our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy come together to answer your most burning question – “Is being an event artist for me?”Alex + Cat tell us about the different types of events that could incorporate on site personalization, sharing examples straight from their own experiences. They discuss some of the “soft” skills, professional skills, and artistry needed in order to provide the most value to your clients, while reminding you to stay true to yourself and what brings you the most joy in your business and your life.Everyone needs to start somewhere. Alex and Cat bring up some hard-hitting questions to ask yourself and reflect on before taking your first steps, so as to not make the same mistakes they did when they began their journeys as event calligraphers. Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

Get in, friends, we're building a community. In this episode, we get to hear about the history behind #CommunityOverCompetition, what it really means, and how we can apply it to our business and our lives. Moral of the story – you can never have enough ice cream shops in the world.Alex tells us about her new journey with tattooing, and Cat tells us about her trip to Paris to do calligraphy for Hannah Godwin + Dylan Barbour of Bachelor Nation’s wedding.* *Skip to 12:55 to head straight to Alex and Cat’s conversation about “community over competition." Cat and Alex talk about when to reach out to an established artist for advice and resources, versus when to do your own searching; “The Macy’s Way” of giving referrals; respecting industry standards and supporting other business owners in your industry; why gatekeeping is lame; and how to find your community. Show Links:The Happily Ever Crafter - https://www.thehappyevercrafter.com/Neilson Letters Discord Group - https://discord.gg/XhuzS7kVCalligra-file - https://calligrafile.com/Freelancer’s Union - https://freelancersunion.org/Crooked Calligraphy - https://www.crookedcalligraphy.com/You Belong Here - https://www.youbelongsd.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/

In this introductory episode, SoCal based "calligra-besties" Alex and Cat share a bit about their businesses, current service offerings related to events, some cool ass clients they've worked with, their shared values, and why they're starting a podcast! (Hint: the reason is you!) Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us in all the places!Podcast, Keeping Up with the CalligraphersIG: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththecalligs/Alex Hirsch, Signs of Our LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/signsofourlives/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SignsofOurLivesWebsite: https://www.signsofourlives.com/Cat Brown, Cat Lauren CalligraphyIG: https://www.instagram.com/catlaurencalligraphy/Website: http://www.catlaurencalligraphy.com/