Event Ready Podcast

S1 : E10 Illustration with Isabel Part 2 | Event Ready Podcast

Continuing our talk about illustration based on all the questions you’ve submitted, part 2 will include:
Marketing: How did we start getting into illustration after being known as a calligrapher? Do we need an agency?
Pricing and ethical compensation
Practicing vs. Training and the importance of both
Where you can learn illustration for free the right way
This episode concludes Season 1 and we end with an exciting announcement for Season 2!
Tune in to hear our valuable tips and inspiring journey firsthand. Podcast available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
Grab your cuppa, it's time to spill the ink! 🖋️ Link in bio. ✨

S1 : E9 Illustration with Isabel Part 1 | Event Ready Podcast

In this episode of Live Illustration, we welcomed Isabel Dusmann again to share what Live Illustration is like. We answered all the questions you sent us about so we had to split the episode to 2 parts. For Part 1, we talked about…
Medium: markers vs watercolour
Paper: which paper do we use for different types of illustrations
Expectations Explained: How we balance speed and accuracy to ensure our live sketches capture likeness without sacrificing quality
Tune in to hear our valuable tips and inspiring journey firsthand. Podcast available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
Grab your cuppa, it's time to spill the ink! 🖋️ Link in bio. ✨"

S1 : E8 Bottle Painting | Event Ready Podcast

Our latest episode delves into the exciting world of live bottle painting events! We're breaking it down for you:
🖌️ Discover the essential tools you need to make your bottle painting experience a breeze.
🌪️ Learn how to manage the hustle and bustle, meet expectations, and handle high volumes.
🎓 Explore the journey of mastering bottle painting skills, from prep work to finding your artistic groove.
📣 Dive into the bottle painting event market and find out what's in demand.
Listen to the episode on your favorite platforms and share your own bottle painting stories and experiences with us. We'd love to hear from you and join in on your creative adventures! 🍾🎧

S1 : E7 Engraving | Event Ready Podcast

After our chat with Isabel on the last episode on Calligraphy Events, it’s only natural that we delve into the world of engraving on our latest episode. Did you know that many calligraphers find themselves doing more engraving than actual calligraphy? Join us as we explore the fascinating realm of live engraving where we spill our tips, tricks and tales. Here’s a quick rundown of what we covered:
🛠️ Must-have tools onsite
🕰️Managing volume
✏️To draft or not to draft
🖐️Machine vs. hand engraving
✍️Most practical script for engraving
🙅🏻‍♀️ What not to engrave
Don’t miss out on our personal stories and invaluable insights. Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Youtube.
Also, we finally have our official instagram account. Please follow us on @eventreadypod for updates! (for newsletter)
Now grab your favourite beverage, cozy up, and hit the link in our bio! #liveengraving

S1 : E6 Calligraphy with Isabel Part 2 | Event Ready Podcast

Join us for Calligraphy Event part ✌️ as we dive into the captivating world of live calligraphy with Isabel! ☕ Get ready to sip on some tea about:
✨Traditional Hand vs. Modern: A Client's Perspective. Discover the debate of traditional vs. modern calligraphy and uncover what clients truly fancy when it comes to live calligraphy.
✨To flourish or not to flourish. We've got the scoop on the art of adding those fancy flourishes to calligraphy.
✨Golden Tips for Aspiring Live Calligraphy Artists Isabel's dropping gems of wisdom for all you calligraphy enthusiasts dreaming of showcasing your skills at live events. 🌟
Tune in to hear Isabel's enchanting stories, valuable tips, and her inspiring journey firsthand.
Podcast available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Grab your cuppa, it's time to spill the ink! 🖋️
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Connect with Isabel! https://www.isabeldusmann.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabeldusmann/ 

S1 : E5 Calligraphy with Isabel Part 1

We hope you're ready to dive into a world of beautiful strokes, graceful curves, and flowing ink. We've got an exciting new podcast episode to share with you, featuring the incredibly talented Vancouver-based Isabel Dusmann. In this episode, we delve deep into the captivating world of live calligraphy events, learning from the best of the best.
Here's a sneak peek of what we discussed:
1. Learning Calligraphy:
The Journey Begins 🖋 Isabel shares her personal journey into the world of calligraphy, from beginner's struggles to becoming a master of her craft.
2. First Live Calligraphy Event: Lessons Learned
📜 We dive into Isabel's memorable first live calligraphy event, the ups, the downs, and the invaluable insights gained.
3. Preferred Live Calligraphy Tool: Unveiling the Magic Wand
✨ Discover our favorite calligraphy tool, and why it's our go-to instrument for creating breathtaking calligraphy in real-time
4. Using Guidelines Onsite - Do you need it? We discussed whether using guidelines will wow or dull your performance. We also shared tricks on how to write straight without guidelines
Make sure you follow Isabel on Instagram to see her beautiful work and journey.
We will drop the second part of this topic next week, so stay tuned!
 
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Connect with Isabel!
Website: https://www.isabeldusmann.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabeldusmann/

S1: E4 Pricing Confidently with Erin Neilson

🎙️Get ready for some pricing wisdom in this episode featuring the incredible Erin Neilson, a Montreal-based calligrapher who has been trusted by many major brands! 💰🎨
Join us as we dive deep into the art of pricing confidently as an event artist. Erin will be answering all the burning questions, including:
🔑 What's the secret of having the confidence to charge a premium?
💎 Why should we charge a premium for what we do as event artists?
✨ Let's talk quality - how to deliver top-notch experiences.
💬 How do you tell your clients when you are raising your rate confidently?
💼 Agencies: The ethical and unethical in the industry
🌟 Working for exposure: Is it worth it?
👻 Dealing with rate-related ghosting and achieving a stellar closing rate.
🚫 Common pricing mistakes to avoid in the event artist world.
Tune in for priceless insights that will elevate your pricing game and help you flourish as an event artist.🌟 Don't miss out and get your tea ready! 🎧
#PricingConfidence #EventArtists #EventReadyPodcast

S1 : E3 How do You Know When You’re Ready

"☕✨ How Do You Know When You’re Event Ready?✨☕
In our latest episode on the Event Ready Podcast, we've served up the piping hot tea on what it takes to truly be ready for live artistry. 🎨 From calligraphy to engraving, bottle painting to illustration, we've dissected the clues and uncovered the essentials that set you up for success in the spotlight. 🌟
Drawing from our own experiences, expertise, and the valuable feedback we've received from clients, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. We're spilling the tea, sharing the behind-the-scenes stories, and giving you the lowdown on how to level up your artistry game. ☕🎙️
Discover the telltale signs that indicate your readiness to take the stage and dazzle your audience. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, these nuggets of wisdom will inspire and empower you to thrive in the world of live events. 🚀
So, grab your favorite brew, cozy up, and tune in to this episode because it's a masterclass in making your mark as a live event artist. ☕🎨 Don't miss out on the artistic secrets we're spilling! 🤫💼 #EventReadyPodcast #LiveArtistry

S1: E2 Positioning yourself as a Pro Artist

Get ready to sip on some piping hot TEA in this electrifying episode!  🍵 
We kick things off by introducing you to the TEA system – Truth, Examples of Executions based on Experience, and Actionable Advice. That's right, we're about to spill all the TEA for you!  ☕ 
But that's not all! We dive deep into the world of event artistry and answer the burning question: How can you transform yourself from a mere hobbyist into a bona fide professional event artist? 🎨💼 
We spill the teas on 3 game-changing factors that will set you on the path to pro status and provide you with some deliciously actionable advice to get you started on your journey.
So grab your favorite cuppa and join us for this tea-rrific episode where we're serving up knowledge, insights, and a whole lot of entertainment! Don't forget to hit that like button, subscribe for more juicy content, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a sip of our TEA! 🛎️🔥

S1: E1 Landing Your First Gig

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Event Ready Podcast! Join us, Michelle Clemen and Telisa Roessein, your dynamic duo, as we dive deep into the world of event artistry. In this episode, we dish about our initial gig experiences and reveal five invaluable strategies for securing your very first event gig, complete with actionable steps!