2022 helped me narrow down my services and expand my calligraphy community. I also created a road map and a strong foundation for growth. Here’s a look at how my small business expanded and changed!
New Events & Services from 2022
In-Person Calligraphy Events in Tucson
- Taught Intro Classes at Catalyst Tucson
- Started Calligraphy Demonstrations at Arizona Art Supply
- Organized Calligraphy Meetups at the Korean Rose
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First Solo Calligraphy Show
To get the word out about my work, I held a show for the month of April at Caffe Luce. Read more about how I set this showing up and view some of the work I displayed at the button below!
New Services
Invitation Design
I had the pleasure of designing this wedding invitation suite! The Gloo Factory did a beautiful printing job on the invitations and envelopes.
Live Calligraphy
You can also now have me pen calligraphy at your store or private event! Special thank you to Jodean Cooper for encouraging me to get out there and sharing opportunities with me!
Content You Loved
Top 3 Web Pages
3,180 people visited this website. That’s an 83% increase over 2021!
Top 3 Blog Posts of 2022
- A Better Pen Hold for Better Calligraphy
- How to Write Calligraphy in a Circle
- Calligraphy Layout for Quality Compositions
Visitors viewed 6,408 pages and posts between them. They find me through Google, so I invested in Ads to improve my visibility.
Most-Watched YouTube Videos
- 3 Differences Between Broad and Pointed Calligraphy Nibs
- Writing Calligraphy in a Circle
- New Calligraphy Nib Tips
17,770 visitors watched my videos in 2022, and my subscriber count grew by 300, a 999% increase!
Top Services in 2022
Wedding Signs and Place Cards
Anniversary Poems and Vows
Dedications and Memorial Pieces
5-Star Reviews
“Working with Renee to create a family tree for my youngest grand daughter was a true joy, both in meeting the artist as well as a perfect final product. Renee is a gift to our community.” –– Julie Johnson
“Renee does beautiful work. She was attentive to my requests and knew just how to translate them into a perfectly finished product. Her advice was spot-on and her calligraphy gorgeous. Very accommodating and a pleasure to work with.” — Jere Voigt
“Renee absolutely knocked my project out of the park! She drew and framed a poem for my wife’s anniversary gift and it was so good, my wife didn’t believe it was done by hand. Upon further inspection, she realized it was and the second round of water works ensued. Not only is her work amazing, she was prompt in responding, accommodating, timely in her production, and priced well for such a premium level of product. I will definitely use this device again!” — Kris Singleton
Bestsellers on Etsy
Printable Thank You Cards
Calligraphy Pen Rolls
Printable Yule Holiday Cards
Giving Back
As part of my commitment to community care, each month I donate 3% of my gross earnings to local organizations. Over the course of the year, I gave away just over $250 to:
- Tucson Urban League
- Community on Wheels
- Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona
- Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse
What’s Ahead for 2023
For most of 2022, I felt a push to move my studio out of my home and into a dedicated space. This is absolutely on the books for 2023! I’m looking forward to meeting clients there and showing more of my work. I’ll also produce more calligraphic art prints and stationery.
Thank you so much for following along. I look forward to seeing you in a class or at a market! Cheers to a New Year!