EPISODE 150 - From Corporate to "Artist"?!

Shinah Chang ·

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Shifting identities from corporate to -gulp- ARTIST

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.

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.

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.

Part 3: Why Calligraphy Stuck for Me
Calligraphy stuck for me, not because it was my “passion” but because of my Creativity Formula: a mix of curiosity, small wins, structure, and the joy of making something with your own hands. I break down why this matters for any beginner starting a new creative skill in 2026.

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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ABOUT CROOKED CALLIGRAPHY

Hey - I'm Shinah! A former miserable corporate lawyer turned sassy calligrapher and teacher. Ten years ago, I was WISHING I could create beautiful calligraphy but feeling really un-creative and LOST about how to achieve that... and now I truly believe that ANYONE can learn this beautiful craft - because I've already taught it to THOUSANDS of people, from all different backgrounds.

Calligraphy has given me a gorgeous life. It's helped my students find PASSION, PURPOSE, and a reason to JUMP OUT OF BED each morning. What could it do for you? =)