If calling yourself an "artist" makes you cringe... I get you, and it doesn't always have to feel that way.

In this warm n’ fuzzy episode, I’m taking you back to the exact moment one tiny click on Instagram changed the entire trajectory of my life. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “creative enough,” “artistic enough,” or whether calligraphy is something you could ever actually do… this one’s for you.

(0:50) Part 1: The One Instagram Click That Changed My Life
I share the true story of how, in late 2015, I stumbled into modern calligraphy during one of the lowest and most confusing seasons of my life. One curious scroll on Instagram opened a door I never expected… and it was the beginning of my entire creative career. If you’re a beginner wondering where to even start, this part is pure encouragement.

(5:05) Part 2: You Called Me What?
The first time someone called me an artist and what I actually felt inside (spoiler: impostor syndrome was LOUD). If you’ve ever doubted your creativity or felt like you don’t “deserve” the title of artist, you’ll feel seen and supported here.

(8:40) Part 3: Why Calligraphy "Stuck" for Me
Calligraphy stuck for me, not because it was my “passion” but because of my Creativity Formula: 1) Natural Interest, 2) Believing it's Doable, and 3) A Sense of Bigger Purpose. I break down why this matters for any beginner starting a new creative skill in 2026.

(11:00) Part 4: What This Means for -Your- Creativity in 2026
Your creative life can shift SO quickly when you follow your curiosity… and you don’t need a perfect plan. I talk about how beginners become artists, how creative confidence grows, and how calligraphy can be a joyful escape - or even the first step toward a new career or side hustle. If you’re dreaming of trying something creative next year, this episode will give you the spark you need.

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• “How to Become a Calligraphy Pro” Educational Workshop

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Are you trying to turn your love for calligraphy into real income - but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you need to go viral to make it work?

Good news: You don’t. In this video, I’m sharing two proven calligraphy business pathways that can help you start earning - no huge audience required - and breaking them down step-by-step so it actually feels DOABLE!

✨ Inside this video:
(00:52) The 3 things to focus on to grow your creative business - what to focus on & what to ignore
(05:38) Action plans for engraving & hosting workshops - step-by-step guides for two profitable calligraphy pathways:

• (5:40) Engraving roadmap
• (8:35) Teaching workshops roadmap

(11:37) The obstacles - focus on your plan (and avoid the distractions!)
(13:40) Black Friday 2025 BIG deals!

Whether you're just starting or ready to finally monetize your calligraphy skills, this video gives you a clear, practical plan you can act on TODAY to start moving your business forward!

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FREE WORKSHOP:

• “How to Become a Calligraphy Pro” Educational Workshop

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• Join our community of creativity-seeking souls over on Instagram: @crookedcalligraphy

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What’s the secret to building a million-dollar creative business? It’s not hustle…it’s focus.

In this episode of Creative Business Real Talk, I break down the real numbers behind my million-dollar course sales - and the sneaky way I kept sabotaging my own success. If you’ve ever felt pulled in a million directions, this is your permission to simplify, focus, and finally scale so you can start making profits!

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• (1:07) The math behind the $1 million - how many did I actually have to sell?
• (6:12) The growth lesson - how sitting with the uncomfortable grows your business
• (8:25) What’s actually going to move the needle in your business?
• (9:20) Simple roadmap for calligraphers to succeed in their business - what skills really bring in revenue
• (17:32) How to score deep discounts on my calligraphy courses (up to 50% off)

This episode is a must-listen if you’re a creative entrepreneur who’s ready to stop dragging their feet and start doubling down on what works.

💡 Bonus: Stay till the end to hear all the details about my upcoming Five Days of Deals event starting Nov 24, 2025 - featuring up to 50% off some of my signature courses!

FREE WORKSHOP:

• “How to Become a Calligraphy Pro” Educational Workshop

FOLLOW SHINAH:

• Join our community of creativity-seeking souls over on Instagram: @crookedcalligraphy

SUBSCRIBE:

• Love podcasts? Listen to The Shinah Show wherever you get your podcasts, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!