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Keeping Up with the Calligraphers

Alex Hirsch + Cat Brown
Luxury Brands
Calligraphy
Via Calligraphy
Spain
The Artist's Way
Luxury Retail Events
Gucci
Destination Weddings
Wedding Industry
Pricing
Lamborghini
Wedding Logistics
Signed By Suki
Jealousy
Client Relationships
Event Industry
Package Pricing
Dress Codes
Professionalism
Madrid

The first of its kind - Alex Hirsch of Signs of Our Lives and Cat Brown of Cat Lauren Calligraphy, two event calligraphers with a combined decade of knowledge and experience in the industry are coming together to share what they know for artists + industry professionals alike!

Their values are rooted in collaboration and community above all else. Listen in to hear their honest conversations about... more

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"We are very into thriving artists."

Alex and Cat bring on guest Marie Coleman-Johns of Maiden September to discuss some of the nuances of pricing as full time event artists.

While all three began their creative business journey as hourly-based art... more

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"I should be charging for that."

"Correct."

Alex of Signs of our Lives and Cat of Cat Lauren Calligraphy chat about their newfound perspective on luxury retail events, the quirks of in-studio orders, and what happens when artists sacrifice quality ... more

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Alex and Cat welcomed the so very talented artist, Jodi Tellier to share her not-so-linear journey being in the art world; and her tips on maintaining years-long relationships with her clients, even after pivoting her art and her business.

In the fi... more

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If you’ve ever thought, “why not me?” this episode is for you. Alex of Signs of our Lives, Hannah of TallyMark Studio, and special guest Syl of Via Calligraphy discuss the concept of using that FOMO you have as a growth tool in your creative business... more

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Recent Guests

Marie Coleman-Johns
Guest from Maiden September
Maiden September
Episode: How Pricing Hourly Could be Hurting Your Biz w/ Marie Coleman-Johns of Maiden September
Jodi Tellier
Calligrapher and artist who pivoted from engraving to painting and live sketching
Someday Artco / Holtz client in Montreal
Episode: How to Maintain Client Relationships as an Event Artist, with Guest Jodi Tellier
Sylvia Wong
Owner of Via Calligraphy, special guest for this episode
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Episode: Hot Take: Reframe Your Jealousy, with Sylvia Wong of Via Calligraphy
Suki Liu
Owner of Signed by Suki, calligrapher and engraver
Signed by Suki
Episode: Hot Take: Not Every Client is For You, with Suki Liu of Signed by Suki

Hosts

Alex Hirsch
Host of the show; experienced calligrapher with focus on live engraving and brand activations.
Cat Brown
Host and lead voice on Keeping Up with the Calligraphers; focuses on events and brand experiences.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • These two are GEMS!

    I recently discovered these ladies and I’m so impressed. The information is valuable to our industry, they’re fun to listen to, and they’re truly giving our industry more visibility with this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jilo13
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of my fave podcasts!!

    I love KUWTC! Cat and Alex are hilarious while also giving great info for live events! And I’m obsessed with the Hannah guest appearances! Thanks, ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eesherman
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun to Listen

    Although I’m not planning a wedding nor am I an artist I can tell good content when I hear it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ProfessorPaola
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I absolutely love listening to this podcast. As a fellow event calligrapher I have found Alex and Cat’s words so reassuring and relatable. Thank you so much for sharing your advice, your thoughts and your support to this community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahDanielleCalligraphy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Elevating the event industry

    I love that Cat and Alex are sharing their knowledge and experience in a fun way in order to help elevate the event industry. The better experience we all provide clients and guests onsite, the more people are going to want to book live event calligraphers/engravers/artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jen - She Made It Like That
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance for pricing and client management.
Fans enjoy real, unscripted banter and strong host chemistry.
Guests are frequently seen as industry experts delivering valuable insights.

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Hot Take: Reframe Your Jealousy, with Sylvia Wong of Via Calligraphy
Q: What role does The Artist's Way play in your work as a designer and educator?
It provides a framework for self-reflection, helping creatives identify blockers, cultivate inner motivation, and reconnect with the joy and curiosity that originally drew them to their craft.
Hot Take: Reframe Your Jealousy, with Sylvia Wong of Via Calligraphy
Q: How can jealousy be turned into a productive driver for creativity?
Use jealousy as a detector for what you want to pursue, then design small, consistent steps (like artist dates or outreach to clients) to move toward that goal while honoring your own voice.
How to Maintain Client Relationships as an Event Artist, with Guest Jodi Tellier
Q: What practical steps can other artists take to maintain relationships as their offerings evolve?
Be transparent about capacity and what you can deliver, communicate early, develop intimate knowledge of clients and staff, stay on top of personnel changes in client organizations, and use referrals to align skills with client needs while maintaining humanity at the core.
How to Maintain Client Relationships as an Event Artist, with Guest Jodi Tellier
Q: What's your approach to pricing with long-time clients who were brought into your earlier, lower-cost services?
I ease them into price increases by offering a preferred client rate for a set period, then raise to the standard rate. I always show the full rate and include the discount as a line item, so loyalties are rewarded without eroding perceived value.
How to Maintain Client Relationships as an Event Artist, with Guest Jodi Tellier
Q: How did you transition from engraving to painting and live sketching while keeping Holtz and other clients happy?
The shift was gradual, with clear communication and a push to show painting and sketching as complementary skills. I kept engravers available for when needed, referred work to trusted colleagues, and gradually moved Holtz toward painting by demonstrating capability and reliability.

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What is Keeping Up with the Calligraphers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran event calligraphers deliver candid, practical insights for artists and industry pros. Episodes center on pricing strategies (shifting from hourly to packages/value-based models), managing client relationships and boundaries, and navigating high-end brand activations, luxury events, and destination work. A recurring thread is sustainability—avoiding burnout, setting boundaries, and delivering strong guest experiences—delivered with humor, unfiltered banter, and a focus on collaboration within the calligraphy and event communities. Notable angles include negotiating with luxury brands, cultural integrity in activations, and behind-the-scenes workflow tips that help listeners price, scope, and plan more effectively. This show tends... more

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