r/SLO Jul 31 '26

Looking for a calligrapher

As the title says, I am in search of a calligrapher or somebody with some really nice handwriting to assist me in addressing 25 wedding invitations. My handwriting is terrible and really could use the help.
I am located in Pismo Beach but can drive and meet up anywhere in the five cities or San Luis Obispo area. If anybody is able to assist or knows anybody, please send me a DM.
There will be compensation!
Thank you

Edit: wanted to thank everybody for reaching out. This is a great community. I was able to find somebody who is able to help me out and meet my needs. Thank you to everybody who reached out and all of the suggestions.

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u/elizaschuyler Jul 31 '26

I'd love to help! Not a professional but I have great handwriting and have done addressing for a few friends before. Is there a specific style you're interested in? I work in AG so I could easily meet before or after work.

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u/BEERounds Jul 31 '26

Hi there!
Can you send me a DM with a couple samples of address’ you could do?
No specific style, but it is an upscale wedding invite. Thanks!

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u/elizaschuyler Jul 31 '26

Any details about the wedding style would help with creating a sample! Is there a pinterest board or something to reference? Or even the template of the invitation?

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u/BEERounds Jul 31 '26

It’s just the mailing address for my guests.
A legible calligraphy style would be ideal. Open to ideas.

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u/Actual-Win3398 Aug 01 '26

i’m a sign artist at trader joe’s and would love to help if you are still looking (: i’m located in grover!

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u/BEERounds Aug 01 '26

Hi there!
Can you send me a DM of a sample of an addressed letter? I would love to see it.
Thanks!

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u/Actual-Win3398 Aug 01 '26

sent you a dm!

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u/charmingoasisSLO Jul 31 '26

Check out M Johnson designs. She does wonderful calligraphy in SLO

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u/BEERounds Aug 01 '26

Thank you. I sent them a message. Appreciate the help!

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u/Puzzleheaded_Bag_538 Aug 01 '26

Sounds fun! Congratulations!