fine art calligraphy

Calligraphy is a craft and an art. My organic style of pointed dip pen lettering is not your grand mother's calligraphy. It is versatile and chic, with a nod to traditions of the past. Fine Art Calligraphy is more than pretty writing, it is about the overall design, the refined details, and the thoughtful touches that make your wedding or event one of a kind. 

Hand lettered calligraphy adds an intimate and thoughtful element to the over all aesthetic of your event. Just like a hand written note makes you feel cared for, a hand addressed envelope, or place card makes the recipient feel loved. To me, calligraphy should not be about what ettequite dictates, or what will make your stationary seem luxurious. It is about adding a beautiful thoughtful touch, to add soul to your stationary. Please inquire about custom wax seal design and vintage stamp curation. Your wedding should be a perfect representation of you and your love, and the finer details such as lettering are no exception. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you match a font or ink color?

Yes, I can. I love color mixing, and can match colors if your provide swatches. I can work with shimmery metallic and soft matte inks. I can also adjust lettering to compliment font selections. While hand lettering can never be a true match to a font due the the organic nature of writing by hand, I can compliment the look and feel of your invitation suite for seamless stationary. I am also happy to work with you event designer to incorporate the color pallet or inspiration for you event. 

Do I Provide the paper?

Yes. My prices are for Calligraphy service only. If you would like to me shop for stationary for you, it can be arranged. If you would like any assistance in choosing envelopes or paper goods, please feel free to ask. 

Anything I should know when purchasing Envelopes?

I request a stationary surplus of 15-20%. This is industry standard and accounts for human errors, testing ink, trouble shooting bleeding, providing client samples, last minute additions and so forth. White unlined envelopes will be least expensive to calligraph, however the least expensive papers may have more problems with ink bleeding. Please request more information if you would like resources on recommended stationary vendors. 

What is your turn around time?

Please allow 2 weeks per 100 envelopes. 

How does the process work?

1- First you may need to book a spot on my calendar. Wedding season is busy and my schedule may be full. To be sure we can work together, please contact me to put a deposit down for your calligraphy services. We will discuss your event, and plan when your needs may best be met. To reserve your place I require a $50.00 non-refundable deposit. This deposit will be applied to your total balance. 

2- Before I begin, there are a few things will I need from you. You will ship your stationary to be calligraphed, email your complete guest list, and agree to a contract. We will discuss exactly what you would like, then I will write up a contract and proposal. Once your initial payment of 50% of the proposal is made, and I have all of your materials, the creative process can begin! 

3- Once I have all of the materials I need from you, I will make a couple of samples according to the design decisions we will have already discussed. At this point you can make any needed adjustments until the lettering is just what you want. After you approve the design, I will start writing away. 

4- As soon as your order is completed I will send you a final invoice. After you pay the remaining 50% of the quote, minus your $50.00 deposit (if applicable) all of your inked envelopes will be sent to you with a tracking number. I may keep a few envelopes just in case of last minute additions. Please let me know if you would like any extra envelopes calligraphed for pictures of your invitation suite at your wedding. 

This process will be standard regardless of whether you are having envelopes or any other stationary calligraphed. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact me directly.