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Living in a small town in Korea with no access to proper calligraphy tools didn’t stop Lisa McIntyre from building a thriving calligraphy business — and even getting featured in a national newspaper. In this episode, she shares how creativity, resourcefulness, and the right training helped her turn a lifelong passion into paid work and true purpose.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how mastering digital skills can open up high-paying revenue streams — from logos and product design to custom illustrations and branding. I’ll share the wide range of rates I’ve charged, and the factors for correctly pricing your digital work. If you’re wondering whether digital calligraphy is worth adding to your toolkit, you’ll want to tune in!
You’ve FINALLY booked a spot at your local craft fair to sell your calligraphy. You pay the deposit, create your inventory, follow all the tips to set up the perfect booth, and… NO ONE is interested in your calligraphy. Join me as I share with you my best advice for what to do in this scenario, how to keep a positive mentality and push forward despite setbacks, and my own experience dealing with disappointing results. We can tackle this together!
Scared of criticism stopping you from selling your calligraphy? In this episode, I share the mindset shift that helped me go from doubting myself to confidently running a million-dollar business—because spoiler: the negativity and snide comments aren’t really about you.
Do you find yourself constantly busy in your art biz, but not making any real progress? The this episode is for you! This week I’m breaking down the best way to track your time, how to identify where you're wasting it (hint: Instagram might not be the best use of your hours), and the methods to use to create a plan and focus on what actually grows your business. Tune in to start working smarter, not harder!
Feel like your business is running you instead of the other way around? In this episode, I’m sharing the one thing that finally gave me control (and a steady paycheck!): tracking my numbers—so you can stop guessing and start making informed decisions that actually grow your biz.
Five short stories from students who signed up for our calligraphy courses 2 - 5 years ago. How they’re doing (you won't believe some of them!) and what actions they've taken to continue to growing their businesses.
This is the most HONEST student conversation I’ve ever had. Sher enrolled in our Pro Calligrapher Bundle with one goal in mind: to quit teaching and become a full-time creative. In this episode, we take an unflinching look at her 2.5-year journey. Spoiler alert - it has been incredibly challenging, but so WORTH IT.
Ever wondered if your creative hobby could become something more? Megan did too—she’s loved calligraphy since childhood but never in her wildest dreams imagined getting paid for it. Tune in to find out how she was able to make back the investment in our Modern Calligraphy 201 course in just six months… twice over
After 10 years in business, I’ve finally built the $200K, 3-day workweek life I once dreamed of—but the real win is the peace underneath it. In this episode, I share raw truths about success, money, passion, and why business is less about “arriving” and more about growing your capacity to handle the journey.
Living in a small town in Korea with no access to proper calligraphy tools didn’t stop Lisa McIntyre from building a thriving calligraphy business — and even getting featured in a national newspaper. In this episode, she shares how creativity, resourcefulness, and the right training helped her turn a lifelong passion into paid work and true purpose.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how mastering digital skills can open up high-paying revenue streams — from logos and product design to custom illustrations and branding. I’ll share the wide range of rates I’ve charged, and the factors for correctly pricing your digital work. If you’re wondering whether digital calligraphy is worth adding to your toolkit, you’ll want to tune in!
You’ve FINALLY booked a spot at your local craft fair to sell your calligraphy. You pay the deposit, create your inventory, follow all the tips to set up the perfect booth, and… NO ONE is interested in your calligraphy. Join me as I share with you my best advice for what to do in this scenario, how to keep a positive mentality and push forward despite setbacks, and my own experience dealing with disappointing results. We can tackle this together!
Do you find yourself constantly busy in your art biz, but not making any real progress? The this episode is for you! This week I’m breaking down the best way to track your time, how to identify where you're wasting it (hint: Instagram might not be the best use of your hours), and the methods to use to create a plan and focus on what actually grows your business. Tune in to start working smarter, not harder!
This is the most HONEST student conversation I’ve ever had. Sher enrolled in our Pro Calligrapher Bundle with one goal in mind: to quit teaching and become a full-time creative. In this episode, we take an unflinching look at her 2.5-year journey. Spoiler alert - it has been incredibly challenging, but so WORTH IT.
Ever wondered if your creative hobby could become something more? Megan did too—she’s loved calligraphy since childhood but never in her wildest dreams imagined getting paid for it. Tune in to find out how she was able to make back the investment in our Modern Calligraphy 201 course in just six months… twice over
Join me as I share the story of one of my students - who in a year’s time went from feeling like a total imposter in the calligraphy world, to a confident business owner, all fueled by a courageous attitude! I share my tips for how to change your mindset to a “Go For It” mentality so this time next year, you can be exactly where you have always dreamed of being.
I recently asked for podcast topics on my social media - and SO many of you reached out! Join me on today’s episode as I answer one of your questions & define what a “high paying calligraphy job” is, what makes it different than a lower paying calligraphy job, and what skills can help expand your business & land these types of work!
In this replay episode, I’m sharing my best tips for hosting a profitable calligraphy workshop! From finding a location, what to teach, and how to teach your attendees, I’ll guide you through the process from start to finish. For even more tips & tactical advice, my “How To Teach Calligraphy Workshops” course is on sale RIGHT NOW in my Holiday Shop as well!
In this episode of The Shinah Show, I’m pulling back the curtains on the live event calligraphy industry! I’m sharing tactical tips on how to get hired, ways to set yourself apart from other calligraphers, and why being professional & part of the team is the name of the game to be in-demand in this industry. I’ll also discuss my best course to help you break into landing brand activations (and when you’ll be able to get your hands on it!).
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my 11-year journey of building Crooked Calligraphy & how I blew up my life not just once, but twice along the way. Through the many phases of my business, I finally have learned the best ways to instill confidence in myself, most beneficial uses of my money, and how to separate my self-worth from my businesses successes and failures. Join me as I update you on the current phase my business is in, and what my husband building a dance floor in our backyard has to do with it!
After 10 years in business, I’ve finally built the $200K, 3-day workweek life I once dreamed of—but the real win is the peace underneath it. In this episode, I share raw truths about success, money, passion, and why business is less about “arriving” and more about growing your capacity to handle the journey.