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2022 - 2023 Meetings The Fort Worth Calligraphers Guild meets on the second Sunday of each month from September to May except when coinciding with a National Holiday, in which case it will be moved to the first or third Sunday. Our next meeting will be Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 2:00pm This meeting will be held at the Bedford Public Library (2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, TX 76021). We will also broadcast the meeting via Zoom - look for login details in your email the week before the meeting. |
Program : June Leschek presents Calligraphic Engraving on Glass
Please bring a small glass object with a written name or something brief that is written down on paper for June to have in front of her while she works.
No alcohol bottles, please. Smooth glass surface such as perfume bottle, votive candle holder, ink well etc. Please do not bring valuable heirloom pieces for this particular setting.
There will be key rings and other things for purchase with free engraving at the meeting and the rest may be ordered for June’s website - www.idoillustration.com
The rest is a SURPRISE!
more about June...
Calligraphic Engraving on glass is not only great for gift giving but can be a good source of income in the world of perfume departments, wine stores and of course wedding parties.
June’s love of weddings began in early childhood as she would flip through her parents’ wedding album over and over, soaking it all in. Fascinated by her mother’s exquisite gown, decadent cake, elegant invitation, lavish flowers, and gilded gifts, she couldn’t wait to get married. The indescribable beauty surrounding the couple celebrating their love was more captivating than any dream.
“While attending the Fashion Institute of Technology, and later Parsons School of Design, funds were often tight, but I loved giving gifts to those dearest to me. Since I couldn’t afford to buy gifts, I would make gifts out of scraps of fabric or whatever I could find. Seeing someone light up after they opened something I made for them filled me with immense joy, but making gifts for people didn’t seem like a career option. So, I worked for years in the fashion industry for designers such as Vera Wang and Rebecca Taylor.
One day I fell in love, and we had the fairytale wedding I’d always dreamed of having. After the wedding, I wanted to keep the dream alive so I used my fashion skills and started sketching wedding gown portraits for friends. I began to study calligraphy and dreamed of finding a way to combine everything I loved about weddings and the art of gifting. And so – I Do Illustration LLC was born.”
“Starting a small business from nothing is not an easy task. It takes time, dedication, and perseverance. Sometimes no matter how hard you work, it’s still not enough. Every day can feel like a struggle. I am blessed to have a very supportive husband and loving friends and family who encourage me. You have to be 110% committed, and you have to love what you are trying to create.
One of my biggest struggles is exposure. As a budding business, I do not have a budget for marketing or a public relations firm. I rely on word of mouth and referrals, but the wedding business is quite specific and is not a repeat business model. I’m in a very specialized niche area of the wedding industry. Many wedding vendor sites do not have a wedding art or gift category so my little company gets lost. I’ve had to explore other areas. I am always looking for ways to expand my offerings to better serve my customers. I would love to offer more gifting options to businesses as well as direct clients.
It has also been a struggle to connect with my ideal audience. It can be difficult to find clients who appreciate what I create and are willing to invest in an illustration. Many people admire my art but are hesitant to buy something when their wedding budget needs to cover many other areas. I provide a luxury service, but it is not a necessity. Finding and connecting with my ideal clientele is an ongoing challenge.”
“Besides creating custom illustrations and personalized gifts, I offer a variety of calligraphy and engraving services. I specialize in wedding-related gifts and favors, but many of the products I create make wonderful gifts for any occasion. I pour my heart into my work, and I live to create distinctive gifts that will have meaning for you and the recipient. I adore custom projects; so, if you are looking for something unforgettable and truly unique, please get in touch. I would love to help you bring your vision to life.”
Calligraphic Engraving on glass is not only great for gift giving but can be a good source of income in the world of perfume departments, wine stores and of course wedding parties.
June’s love of weddings began in early childhood as she would flip through her parents’ wedding album over and over, soaking it all in. Fascinated by her mother’s exquisite gown, decadent cake, elegant invitation, lavish flowers, and gilded gifts, she couldn’t wait to get married. The indescribable beauty surrounding the couple celebrating their love was more captivating than any dream.
“While attending the Fashion Institute of Technology, and later Parsons School of Design, funds were often tight, but I loved giving gifts to those dearest to me. Since I couldn’t afford to buy gifts, I would make gifts out of scraps of fabric or whatever I could find. Seeing someone light up after they opened something I made for them filled me with immense joy, but making gifts for people didn’t seem like a career option. So, I worked for years in the fashion industry for designers such as Vera Wang and Rebecca Taylor.
One day I fell in love, and we had the fairytale wedding I’d always dreamed of having. After the wedding, I wanted to keep the dream alive so I used my fashion skills and started sketching wedding gown portraits for friends. I began to study calligraphy and dreamed of finding a way to combine everything I loved about weddings and the art of gifting. And so – I Do Illustration LLC was born.”
“Starting a small business from nothing is not an easy task. It takes time, dedication, and perseverance. Sometimes no matter how hard you work, it’s still not enough. Every day can feel like a struggle. I am blessed to have a very supportive husband and loving friends and family who encourage me. You have to be 110% committed, and you have to love what you are trying to create.
One of my biggest struggles is exposure. As a budding business, I do not have a budget for marketing or a public relations firm. I rely on word of mouth and referrals, but the wedding business is quite specific and is not a repeat business model. I’m in a very specialized niche area of the wedding industry. Many wedding vendor sites do not have a wedding art or gift category so my little company gets lost. I’ve had to explore other areas. I am always looking for ways to expand my offerings to better serve my customers. I would love to offer more gifting options to businesses as well as direct clients.
It has also been a struggle to connect with my ideal audience. It can be difficult to find clients who appreciate what I create and are willing to invest in an illustration. Many people admire my art but are hesitant to buy something when their wedding budget needs to cover many other areas. I provide a luxury service, but it is not a necessity. Finding and connecting with my ideal clientele is an ongoing challenge.”
“Besides creating custom illustrations and personalized gifts, I offer a variety of calligraphy and engraving services. I specialize in wedding-related gifts and favors, but many of the products I create make wonderful gifts for any occasion. I pour my heart into my work, and I live to create distinctive gifts that will have meaning for you and the recipient. I adore custom projects; so, if you are looking for something unforgettable and truly unique, please get in touch. I would love to help you bring your vision to life.”
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Hope you have been enjoying our 3x3 artist's challenge for the last two years.
This month we will show our pieces for the word SPICY bring your pieces to the meeting or email them to Mary to show and post on our facebook page. |
Don't forget we have a library of wonderful books that can be checked out. See the directory for a list of available titles, or go to www.librarything.com, enter FWCG in the name field and Letters26 as the password.
2022 Calligraphy Workshops
SAVE THESE DATES: October 22-23, 2022 Fort Worth Calligraphers Guild is partnering with Kaligrafos to bring Holly Monroe to Stacy’s Furniture for an in-person workshop. Watch for more information as details are cemented.
The subject is Uncial and Celtic Knots
The subject is Uncial and Celtic Knots
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A special thanks to everyone, especially organizer Sharon Schmidt and her team, for making our 40th Anniversary Celebration at great success! We especially thank our donors, listed below, for the wonderful door prizes they provided for the festivities. Check out our tribute page for more photos and be sure to visit the donors (click on logo) when you start running out of ink...or paper...or ultramarine blue anything.
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