Calligraphy Unscripted

00:17:04

When Personal Art Stops Being an Afterthought

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2026/10/01

Today's episode is focusing on yet again, more clarity as far as this giant tent of calligraphy is concerned.I'm officially no longer obsessed with being a social calligrapher which finds my best work being done for clients and/or erased from a surface during the event strike. I think I have a lot more to offer and I am more than ready to do more.I feel like I'm on the cusp of something great, and I'm happy to take you guys along on this journey of discovery. Thanks for

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00:16:28

Enjoying Being a Beginner Again

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2026/09/16

Welcome and thanks for visiting. I'm going over my personal journey of discovery into territory I hadn't really uncovered until this year... Stationery, fountain pens and a rekindled love of reading. If you are on your own personal journey of discovery, please let my mostly newfound passions encourage you to find (and hold onto) your own!xo-ct***I'm

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00:18:42

Entering Q4 With Intention

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2026/09/12

This is season 2, episode 2 and I want to talk about prepping for Q4. For a calligrapher or hand lettering artist, gift giving season is HUGE. I've got a lot to say about heading into this time of year but for now I wanted to let you know my main Q4 pillars...PRIORITY #1 — REFRESH THE STUDIOPRIORITY #2 — FINISH MY READING JOURNALPRIORITY #3 — LEARN MY CRICUTPRIORITY #4 — REFRESH INSTAGRAMEnjoy the podcast and feel free to reach out to me! xo-ct

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00:11:09

Shifting Focus

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2026/09/04

I have been gone a good little while and I'll discuss the reasons why later, but in an effort not to overthink things too too much, I'm going ahead and posting to kick off season 2!I am in a moment of transition in terms of what I'm focusing on and in the next 4-6 months I think my business and my brand is going to look very different.Thanks for listening! --ct

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00:21:10

Stumbling Into 2024 with a Clean Studio & Fresh...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2024/02/19

Resources created for you:👉🏽 https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct Join my Patreon! 👉🏽 http://www.Patreon.com/calligraphybyct Grab my FREE Calligraphy Tools manual: 👉🏽 https://calligraphybyct.ck.page/b0ef0f1a6d Amazon Must Haves: 👉🏽 https://www.amazon.com/shop/calligraphybyct?isPublicView=true ----------------------------- I have been gone so very long many of you may have become convinced that I was done. I was really just buried under a ton of supplies and things that I had abnormal,

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00:31:47

Ink and I Do's: Navigating Engagement Season in...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/12/28

It's engagement season and this episode should serve as a bit of a homework assignment for you as we get ready to receive inquiries from both industry pros and potential clients/couples. I go over: Websites and Social Media Marketing and Promotion Networking (Also check out episode #14 re: referrals) Responsiveness Contracts Email the mailbag at: calligraphyunscriptedQA@gmail.com with questions/comments and suggestions for future episodes! ----------------------------- Resources

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00:14:14

Managing Expectations During the Holiday Rush

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/12/08

Its that time of year and the stress and pressure is only going to increase on us calligraphers which is why I wanted to do an episode dedicated to keeping our sanity... 5 things to keep our eyes on: Holiday Deliverable Checklist Time Management Dealing with Overwhelm Inspo for Newbies Embracing the Season's Spirit --------------- Resources created for you: 👉🏽 https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct Join my Patreon! 👉🏽 http://www.Patreon.com/calligraphybyct Grab my FREE Calligraphy

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00:16:31

Calligrapher’s Countdown: Quick 4Q Marketing...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/11/25

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I thought it would be appropriate to hone in on this fleeting shopping season and assure you that there is STILL time to create awareness regarding something you'd like to offer this season. I go over 4 areas: Understanding Your Unique Position Simple Yet Effective Marketing Strategies for the Non-Expert Create a Sense of Urgency and Exclusivity Mindset and Motivation Send me questions and episode suggestions to the podcast mailbag:

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00:16:15

Where Have I Been & Ways You Can Improve This Offseason

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/11/18

Heey... How y'all doing? I took an unannounced but very much needed midseason break, or should I say end of season break? Today in episode 19 I talk all about improving your craft. Is there something you feel pulled towards? How exactly can you find another discipline to dive into? Should you add this new skill to your service offerings or is this just for your own fulfillment? So much to unpack and I'm so sorry I left you guys for so long. Please enjoy the episode and email me at

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00:17:54

What I've Learned Pivoting from Client Chasing to...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/10/05

Resources created for you: 👉🏽 https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct Join my Patreon! 👉🏽 http://www.Patreon.com/calligraphybyct Grab my FREE Calligraphy Tools manual: 👉🏽 https://calligraphybyct.ck.page/b0ef0f1a6d I've learned so much in my pivot and I wanted to share 1. Where the desire to pivot came from 2. How COVID impacted me and 3. What my audience is now teaching me... Please email me show ideas or any feedback to my NEW podcast mailbag:

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00:16:35

10 Questions to Clarify Your Calligraphy Vision

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/09/15

This episode is a GREAT way to probe and evaluate your business and a good time to do it for the first time or revisit is 1Q and 4Q. The Questions: Why did you start calligraphy? What makes your style unique? Who is your target audience or client? What are your long-term goals? What are the values behind your work? How do you deal with comparison or imposter syndrome? What is your preferred medium and why? What courses, classes, or skills do you want to pursue? How do you

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00:15:09

Unscripted Moments: Why Your Passion Needs Pause

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/09/04

Ahh, the Labor Day episode! The labor force in the U.S. is celebrated today and what BETTER way to acknowledge this important holiday than to pause and get some rest? I talk about 5 areas I consider when developing and refining my plan for a work/life balance: Number 1: The Double-Edged Sword of Turning Passion Into Work Number 2: The Hustle Culture Number 3: The Social Media Paradox Number 4: Realistic Ways to Not Glorify Hustle Culture Number 5: Celebrating Labor Day as a

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00:24:34

The Price is the Price: A Deep Dive Into Calligraphy...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/08/28

Welcome to episode 15. I focus on pricing for your calligraphy services inside this episode. If providing costs for your calligraphy makes you more uncomfortable than simply executing your art, this episode is for you. I talk about clearly communicating your brand story, considering what your market can bear, being ok with rejection and establishing special pricing for vendor partners that are likely funneling business your way all wedding season. Here is a link to the FIRST wedding seating chart

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00:15:17

Referrals Revealed: The Calligrapher's Guide to...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/08/14

This episode is a deep dive into referrals. How to get them, how to respond to them and actionable tips on how to build a referral network. Understand the Calligraphy Referral Landscape Strategies to Boost Referrals Etiquette of Referrals Putting Pride Aside Gratitude: Beyond the Thank You Resources created for you: 👉🏽 https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct Join my Patreon! 👉🏽 http://www.Patreon.com/calligraphybyct Grab my FREE Calligraphy Tools manual: 👉🏽

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00:11:31

From Pen to Purpose: Exploring my “WHY”

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/08/07

This episode is all about my "Why". Why do I do calligraphy year after year? I hope that the things I bring up in this podcast episode will provoke you to think about your why which will in the more challenging times in our industry will prove to be your north star! Please enjoy episode TWELVE, thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe wherever you like to listen to podcasts! --ct ----------------------------- Resources created for you: 👉🏽

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00:19:41

I Have A Theme: How I Approach Themed Weddings and...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/07/31

Thanks for listening... This episode is all about how I approach themed weddings and special events. If you are shying away from these kinds of events, I'm hoping that you will change your perspective after hearing this podcast. Examples: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CehXyVAj4I5/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/CZ14B9Hv7z_/ Theme Reference: http://www.calligraphybyct.com/s/Theme-Example.pdf ----------------------------------------------------------------- Resources created for you: 👉🏽

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00:15:37

You vs. You: Are You Your Own Worst Critic?

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/07/24

This episode is important for all of our personal development. The more dissatisfied I am with my work and the more I seek to refine my offerings, the better I'll be at calligraphy and hand lettering. Here is an excerpt from my ebook: "How to Letter Mirrors" and it shows the progression of some of my lettering and how visually it evolved: http://www.calligraphybyct.com/s/page10.pdf I share 5 best practices for self critiquing work in this episode and I go further in my paid resource

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00:17:42

The Perfect Drop-Off: Proven Methods for Successful...

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/07/17

This episode was inspired by the sheer volume of signage that I had to drop off to an event on Sunday. Its easy to make errors and there are some ways to mitigate pitfalls and enjoy success... My poor sign from last year: https://www.calligraphybyct.com/s/IMG_5187.PNG Free signage delivery checklist: http://www.calligraphybyct.com/s/signagechecklist.pdf Thanks for listening! --ct ----------------- Resources created for you: 👉🏽 https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct Join my Patreon! 👉🏽

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00:13:04

IAMPETH intro: How to Make This Conference Work For You

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/07/11

The annual IAMPETH (International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting) conference is in Scranton, PA this year (starts 7/17/23) and I wanted to share some of my own "not-so-obvious" hacks on how to get the most out of what can be a pretty breathtaking and wondrous experience for a calligrapher. Highly recommend you attend at least once! Link to IAMPETH membership: https://www.iampeth.com/membership Link to some great IAMPETH guide sheets:

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00:16:37

5 Reasons I Begin Working On My 4Q Offerings in July

Calligraphy Unscripted ·

2023/07/04

Now that social calligraphers are entering one of the busiest parts of wedding and event season, its typically time for me to take on another task... 4Q planning. In this episode I share 5 reasons why I don't wait to begin working on and planning for 4Q! I'm also sharing some documents that will help you prepare if this is something that you'd like help with. Thanks for listening and I'll see you soon! FREE RESOURCES: Populated Calligrapher's Calendar (to give you a

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