This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Trisha Soo, a 32-year-old teacher and artist from Singapore. It has been edited for length and clarity. I've been doing calligraphy since I was 10 years old. I started learning from YouTube tutorials and making cards and calligraphy pieces for friends and family. It started as a hobby and a creative outlet. Now, it's become a strong financial pillar for me. Still, it comes with many late nights. After graduation, I worked at a special needs