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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, sentimental attachments to.

Topics covered:

The power of letting go
Strategically organizing for creativity
The great inkwell cleanup
Confronting hoarding tendencies

My passion for the hand lettered arts is being rekindled through this major purging and I encourage you to make some tough decisions as well!

Email me at: CalligraphyUnscriptedQA@gmail.com with comments about this episode and ideas for future episodes.

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

Thursday, December 28, 2023 • Duration 31:47

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!

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From Pen to Purpose: Exploring my “WHY”

Monday, August 7, 2023 • Duration 11:31

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

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

Monday, July 31, 2023 • Duration 19:41

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

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

Monday, July 24, 2023 • Duration 15:37

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:

I share 5 best practices for self critiquing work in this episode and I go further in my paid resource Improving Your Calligraphy Signage - Tips and Best Practices: https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct/new-digital-item/bdd0c628-9fd3-492c-861f-836a3e8bfae3

I also share 99+ FREE tips (all targeted on helping you letter) on my IG highlight simply named "Tips":

https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17857405615413929/

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The Perfect Drop-Off: Proven Methods for Successful Signage Delivery

Monday, July 17, 2023 • Duration 17:42

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:

Free signage delivery checklist:

http://www.calligraphybyct.com/s/signagechecklist.pdf

Thanks for listening!

--ct

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IAMPETH intro: How to Make This Conference Work For You

Tuesday, July 11, 2023 • Duration 13:04

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: https://www.iampeth.com/collection/guide-sheets

Review of shared hacks:

Showing Discipline Inside the Marketplace
Understand the Value of Networking
Making the Most of Your Classes
Explore ALL Activities
Document Your Experience Through IG Highlights

CORRECTION: I meant to say I-94, NOT I-65 to Milwaukee!

Until next week...

--ct

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

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 • Duration 16:37

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 framework/some ideas):

Blank Calligrapher's Calendar:

http://www.calligraphybyct.com/s/BLANKCALLIGRAPHERCALENDAR2.pdf

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Detailed how to guide on how to prep for 4Q as a social calligrapher! This is the PERFECT time to grab...

https://pensight.com/x/calligraphybyct/new-digital-item/ea1df139-f44f-417d-a6a5-f8e166fc9982

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When Ink Meets Intelligence: Exploring AI and Calligraphy

Monday, June 26, 2023 • Duration 13:27

Have you dipped a toe into AI tech yet? This podcast episode has been recorded with the hopes that you will finally give it a try, or if you are already using it, this episode will help you use it more effectively.

There are countless ways to use AI and as calligraphers we should take advantage of the enormous databank of information that this app is sitting on. I know I talked about scaling and marketing your business, but don't forget about more practical advice you can seek out. Think workshops and mindfulness to name a couple.

Its becoming harder and harder to capture and keep the attention of audiences that are inundated with information, tips, offers, etc. I encourage you to use AI to help you with developing strategies to get more eyeballs on your work and your brand, and it will also help you provide the value that they need.

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Black Artists Who've Impacted Me and My Artistic Journey

Monday, June 19, 2023 • Duration 12:58

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