Level up your next brand activation, store event, or private event with my live personalization services like calligraphy, engraving, and bottle painting for your guests.
Hiring live artists has become a huge trend in the event industry. Retailers and event planners have seen significant success in both their guest experience and ROI by hiring artists who personalize on site! I love working with brands and planners to create a unique art experience. Some of my clients include Nordstrom, David Yurman, Alice + Olivia, Coty Brands, Casa Azul, Tarte Cosmetics, Bluemercury, MAC and Louis Vuitton to name a new. My most popular services are calligraphy and hand engraving. However, I also offer live bottle painting, illustration, heat foiling, leather embossing, and more.
To book my live calligraphy services or on-site engraving in Dallas, please start by completing my questionnaire at the bottom of this page.
Why hire a live calligraphy artist?
Nothing makes an event more memorable than an experience. Will guests feel special when they see their name beautifully written by an artist? Absolutely! And lettered on-site? No doubt! When your guests feel special, you can sense their appreciation. And it brings value to the overall experience.
Why hire Amy?
My background extends beyond my art and lettering skills. Prior to moving to Dallas and starting Amy Sue Designs, I worked for luxury fashion brands in New York. I’m comfortable interacting with clients and guests. And I’m experienced at adapting to the fast pace of events. I will create an organized, exciting, and memorable experience for your guests.
Want to learn more about my live art services? See more below!
Calligraphy + Lettering
Choose an item to personalize, and I’ll bring the lettering supplies. The options for live lettering are endless. Below are just a few suggestions of what I can create for you.
Calligraphy on store branded gift tags
Modern lettering on canvas tote bags
Block letter initials painted on cases
Pyrography burning on cuff link boxes
Heat foiling + embossing on leather journals
Hand Engraving
Engraving or glass etching is a wonderful way to personalize on-site. It’s permanent. It doesn’t require drying time. And It’s stunning! Below are some suggested items for my engraving.
Engraved perfumes
Engraved glass candles
Engraved champagne flutes
Bottle engraving on wine or liquor
Engraved acrylic cosmetics
Painting + Illustration
As both a trained calligrapher AND artist, I have the ability to paint or draw anything that your guests request. Below are some live painting ideas to gift your guests.
Gift box painting
Painting on leather accessories
Bottle painting on perfumes
Champagne bottle painting
Candle painting
Live Calligraphy and Monogramming on Anything!
Every surface requires a different writing tool and ink ranging from calligraphy ink to leather paint. Depending on the item being personalized, I’ll choose the most appropriate technique. I may choose a pointed pen and nib, paint pens or paint brushes. Or even a heat foiling pen or a pyrography pen. Whether you want a simple, artsy, or a modern calligraphy style, I can create a writing style to match your desired aesthetic.
What is Calligraphy Engraving?
Some of you may be wondering, what is calligraphy engraving?! It is freehand calligraphy service done by hand with a drill into a surface like glass. It often has a more fluid and organic look than that of a glass etching done by a machine. Hand engraving is completely permanent. And it’s one of the most beautiful ways to personalize. Missed one of my store visits engraving in Dallas and want something of your own engraved?! Visit my shop page to order and to view more examples of my on-site engraving work.
Enhancing Personalization by Adding Artwork
As an artist, there are no limits as to what I can paint or draw for your guests. Below are some examples of my live art projects. My events have ranged from on-site painting on hockey sticks at a Dallas Stars party to leather monogramming on bags for a Michael Kors charity event. Want to know the most unique request I’ve had? Champagne glass illustration for a Halloween party. Aren’t those flutes so much fun?!
Events Made Better with an Art Experience
Whether you’re having an in-store brand activation or a private celebration, you want to create a memorable experience for your guests. My live art will provide just that!
While my most frequent requests have been on-site calligraphy or engraving for local retailers, I love creating for party guests as well. Having a trendy, fun cocktail party? Have me personalize canvas swag bags for your guests. Click here to read about my hand lettered totes for Electric Picks featured in Sports Illustrated Swim! Having a pop-up or a brand collaboration at your store? Treat guests to hand-lettered notebooks with their names written in an artsy font. Looking for something more elegant? Invite me to your private event for some champagne flute engraving and bottle painting. An experience AND a keepsake, what could be better?!
Ready to get started? Please fill out the questionnaire below, and I will be in touch shortly. I can’t wait to chat and hear about what you have in mind!
Come behind the scenes with me! Enjoy this brief YouTube video of some of my live event work: Behind The Scenes: A Day in the Life of a Live Calligraphy Artist.