Custom hand lettered A frame chalkboards for the summery Mediterranean inspired activation for Rebecca Chan Events for Oxford properties.
Read moreCelebration of a DECADE of Lettering & Calligraphy...
Love Lettering Turned 10 This Year!
What a huge moment this is for my little studio and I could not think of a better way to celebrate than with a photoshoot with the first photographer that shot my studio all those years ago Janet of Janet Kwan Photography! The world through Janet’s lens is like no other and after working with her on so many projects, it only makes sense she captures this milestone as well.
Pinch Me Moments…
I have had so many wonderful and memorable highs when it comes to my lettering and calligraphy and sometimes I cannot believe that my love of letters has given me so much in life. To be honest I used to think I was a little odd with my fascination with type/fonts/calligraphy and lettering but I think that my little obsession really gave me a vision of what the potential of lettering could be; it lead me to starting a business, writing a book, creating an on-line course, my first solo art exhibit Bottled Feelings, engraving for brands such as BMW, month long activation personalizing bottles of Moët & Chandon champagne in Holt Renfrew, VIP gifting with MIU MIU and Burberry, marketing campaigns with Sephora and even some wedding pieces for the “greatest hockey player of all time” quoted by my husband.
Full of Gratitude…
I am thankful to have had these ten years to cultivate my skill and love of this art. Thankful to have watched my daughter grow from my little dolly, scurrying around my feet at 3 years old to a young lady about to enter high school next year. Thankful to the wonderful network of people, wedding planners, small business owners and clients that have trusted me with their big day, the signage for their space/businesses and most special moments. I am also thankful to the lettering and calligraphy community for the warmth and support they have provided on my journey as an artist and small business owner. Every single person I have worked with has lead me here and I am so thankful to you!
What’s Next For Me…
My goals moving forward is still the same as when I started, to be creative with my ideas, to show traditional calligraphy in a modern and fresh ways, to appreciate the fine art of hand drawn type, calligraphy and lettering, forsaking all types of machinery/vinyls/printers when possible. In a world where we seek the same as a means to perfection, I find the beauty of the human touch and it’s slight imperfections charming. See you at the next milestone!
Special Thank You’s…
To my special circle of people who made this photo shoot come true: Justin of House of Tytan, my stylist and glam, I never look better than when you work your magic. My makeup by another fabulous Janet of Ford Beauty who dolled me up for the night of my book launch as well, and my sweetest friends Annie, Heidi and Toni, my ultimate hype girls, you are the best.