Live Calligraphy & Luxury Engraving Showcase
I turn ordinary items into forever keepsakes right in front of your guests. From luxury perfume engraving to live calligraphy activations, here is a glimpse into how I add a personal touch to your special moments.
I bring gifts to life by engraving them with a personal touch. This video shows the delicate process of etching a custom initial onto a frosted Armani perfume bottle, transforming a beautiful fragrance into a timeless keepsake. It's a subtle, minimal, and elegant way to make a gift unforgettable.
For a LinkedIn Sales Connect event, I used live hot foiling to personalize over 120 diaries for guests. This technique adds a touch of metallic elegance, and it was a huge success, showing how a classic corporate gift can become a unique, custom memento.
I love adding a creative twist to weddings! For this vibrant, yellow-themed carnival, I personalized over 350 lemon-shaped leather luggage tags on the spot. It was a playful and unique wedding favor that perfectly matched the couple's joyful theme and gave guests a memorable experience.
It was a dream to work with Jo Malone London, engraving their iconic products at an exclusive event in Bangalore. This is my setup, surrounded by beautiful florals and fragrances, ready to add a personal touch for each guest. These are the moments that make my work so special.
Employee appreciation can be beautiful. For Adidas, I created these unique certificates on acrylic, featuring screen printing, custom calligraphy, and individually arranged pressed flowers. Each piece is a handcrafted work of art, celebrating dedication and achievement in a truly special way.
Live engraving brings an exciting energy to any location, even the airport! Here I am at the Bangalore International Airport T2 duty-free, personalizing Chivas Regal bottles for travelers. It's a wonderful way to make a last-minute gift extra thoughtful.
My work has opened doors I only dreamt about. This is a glimpse into my journey, from a quiet obsession with ink and paper to representing the world's biggest brands like Sephora at their global events. I am so grateful for the purpose and identity this craft has given me.
About this collection
When I set up at your event, I do not just provide a service; I create an experience for your guests. Whether I am engraving names on perfume bottles or hot-foiling leather luggage tags, my process is designed to handle high volumes without losing the artistic touch. For most events, I comfortably manage 30 to 50 items per hour for calligraphy, or 12 to 20 for engraving, ensuring every guest gets their personalized gift without a long wait.
My Approach to Live Artistry
I treat every event as a canvas. Whether it is a luxury brand activation or a small wedding, my goal is to blend into the vibe of the event while providing something tangible for guests to take home.
The Techniques I Use
- Live Engraving: I use a 35,000 RPM micromotor drill with diamond-tipped burrs. This allows me to etch glass, metal, and stone bottles with precision. For an extra touch of elegance, I often apply metallic wax paste to the engraved grooves, making the names stand out beautifully on darker bottles.
- Hot Foiling: This is perfect for leather goods like wallets, diaries, or luggage tags. Using a heated stamping tool, I press metallic foil into the surface for a permanent, classy finish.
- Paper Calligraphy: My classic move. Using archival quality inks and professional brush pens, I create handwritten names on event cards, tags, and packaging.
Planning Your Activation To ensure the setup runs smoothly, I typically need a 4ft table, a comfortable chair, and focused lighting on the workspace. If you are opting for engraving, I will need access to a standard 220V electrical point near my station.
I am based in Bangalore but travel across India to bring these experiences to life. Whether you are hosting 30 people or 300, I scale my efforts accordingly, bringing in co-calligraphers for larger, high-volume events.
Why Personalization Matters Having worked with brands like Jo Malone, LinkedIn, and Chivas Regal, I have seen firsthand how a personalized item changes the way a guest feels about a brand or a host. It turns a standard party favor into a souvenir they actually want to keep. If you have a specific vision for your event—whether it is floral illustrations, specific brand colors, or a multilingual script—let me know. If I can trace it, I can write it.
Quill on Paper
I am Lipika, and Quill on Paper is my heart and soul. What started as a small hobby five years ago has grown into a beautiful journey of turning everyday objects into cherished memories. I love being the person who adds that final, human touch to your special events.
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