Today we’d like to introduce you to Emma Bealle.
Emma, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
I have always had a love for all things creative. Four years ago, as a freshman in high school, I took full advantage of the tutorials available on YouTube, subscribed to a skillshare site, and began practicing and refining the art of modern calligraphy and watercolor. After increasing interest and requests from friends and family, I decided to take the next step and turn these skills into a small business called Pen Meets Paper. I began selling note cards and personalized products, then started participating in local art fairs. It has been challenging only being a high school student, but incredibly rewarding to grow Pen Meets Paper. I’ve expanded my business into teaching art classes, designing t-shirts, wedding signage, and doing birthday parties.
Has it been a smooth road?
I have learned a great deal about the organization, budgeting, time management, customer service, and marketing. Operating my business while being a full-time student and athlete is difficult at times, but I love doing it. Without my family, the business could not have been possible before I could even drive my mom would go to the store to get products for me as orders would come in. Working around a school schedule can be challenging, but I have learned to adapt and make it work.
So let’s switch gears a bit and go into the Pen Meets Paper story. Tell us more about the business.
Pen Meets Paper is a hand lettering and watercolor business. I find inspiration everywhere and I am constantly adding new products depending on current trends and customer requests. The personalized nature of my business allows me to be a small part of special moments in people’s lives, like baptisms, weddings and birthday parties. Most of my customers are local and I enjoy getting to work personally with people to create the perfect gift.
How do you think the industry will change over the next decade?
I will be going to college next year and I am excited about the new products and trends that will fit into that demographic and new town. I am always monitoring current trends and listening to my customer’s input. I also enjoy experimenting with new mediums and technologies.
Pricing:
- Personalized Hand Lettered Ornaments – $10-$20
- Personalized Signs – Starting at $30
Contact Info:
- Phone: 5125716879
- Email: penmpaper@gmail.com
- Instagram: pen.meet.paper
- Facebook: Pen Meets Paper
Image Credit:
Katelynn Ponomarenko
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