Calligraphy is a fascinating hobby, but did you ever think about how you could also make it a profitable gig?
With the proliferation of computer-generated fonts and mass-produced printed materials, calligraphy is making a comeback as an art form that can make invitations, menus and other forms of written communication stand out from the crowd. If you are a proficient calligrapher, you can take advantage of this trend and sell your services to everyone from brides to universities.
The possibilities are endless, and include things like diplomas, certificates, party invitations, signs for businesses, and much more. Of course, the more varieties of calligraphy you have in your portfolio, the more popular your work will be.
Currently, the top trends are for work with floral borders or original font designs, so if you can produce these you should be in especially high demand.
Another idea is to specialize in a specific area of calligraphy, such as Celtic or Renaissance forms.
One-of-a-kind books are another area where calligraphy skills can build your income. The handwritten book is a historic form of art, and many people are willing to pay lots of money to have their special day commemorated in this way.
Other venues for selling your calligraphy include writing poems or quotes on scrolls or as framed works of art to sell at fairs or upscale boutiques. Handmade cards are also a popular way of selling your calligraphy, especially if you team up with an artist or papermaker to design your own card line.
If sharing your calligraphy skills appeals to you, you might consider teaching others how to do calligraphy as a hobby. A calligraphy seminar for brides, advertised through local bridal shows, can provide extra income not only from the fees of participants, but also from brides who decide to hire you instead of attempting their invitations on their own.
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