Hey there, friend!
We're Shaochen and Alane, calligraphy biz besties turned your new favorite business coaches in your earbuds!
Let's rewind to spring 2020…
Alane was hosting a free pricing webinar for calligraphers, and Shaochen attended. Post-webinar, Shaochen reached out to Alane for a Zoom coffee date, and the rest, as they say, is history!
We started having monthly Zoom calls to chat about everything from business to life, and in the fall of 2020, we partnered on our first business venture together, The Creative's Pricing Toolkit.
Knowing how well we work together, and knowing that this business thing is a whole lot easier when you have someone to cheer you on, we decided bring our conversations to you and launched the Calligraphy Biz Corner Podcast in January 2024!
Meet Shaochen
RECORDING FROM Denver, Colorado
DRINK OF CHOICE By Day: Matcha Latte By Night: Mezcal Old Fashioned
WHEN I’M NOT DOING CALLIGRAPHY, I’M… outdoors hiking, camping, and enjoying the sunshine with my toddler, border collie, and husband
THE BEST WAY TO WORK WITH ME IS... to join my free masterclass!
LET’S BE FRIENDS! Follow me @monstera.gold
Hi, I’m Shaochen! When I learned Chinese calligraphy as a kid, I never imagined that calligraphy would change my life and become my career one day. I didn't find calligraphy again until 2018, and less than a year later, I quit my stressful tech job to start my business, Monstera Gold, with very little calligraphy experience under my belt. Since then, I've made hundreds of thousands of dollars by creating hand-lettered day-of wedding details and signage, and I've been published in local, national, and international publications such as Style Me Pretty, Cosmo Bride, and Rocky Mountain Bride.
In the process of building my own business, I realized that my ultimate passion lies in helping other calligraphers build their businesses, and I've helped hundreds of calligraphers to start and grow their businesses through my courses and programs.
My mission is to empower calligraphers with the confidence and business knowledge to build their dream businesses, raise the bar, and create more opportunities together. I'm so happy you're here, and I'm grateful to be a part of your journey.
Meet Alane
RECORDING FROM Hoboken, New Jersey
DRINK OF CHOICE By Day: Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
By Night: Glass of Rose
WHEN I’M NOT DOING CALLIGRAPHY, I’M… exploring new places and enjoying the outdoors with my guy and our pup, Oliver, or lost in a book!
THE BEST WAY TO WORK WITH ME IS... through one-on-one mentoring!
LET’S BE FRIENDS! Follow me @writeprettyforme
Hi friend! I'm Alane, the girl behind the pen over at Write Pretty for Me. What began as a calligraphy hobby in 2013 blossomed into my dream career, allowing me to ditch my corporate job five years later in pursuit of a life filled with more freedom, flexibility, and creativity! For nearly a decade, I've been crafting custom wedding stationery and signage, bringing joy to hundreds of couples!
Now, I'm thrilled to mentor fellow calligraphers like you! My mission? Helping you reclaim precious time, increase your revenue, and boost your confidence in yourself and your business. Through smart systems and an elevated client experience, we'll craft a thriving business that fits your life without the 24/7 hustle!
If you're ready to work smarter, not harder, then you're in the right place! Let's make your calligraphy business shine – with plenty of time left for actually living!