Behind the Pen
We're here for all your denver calligraphy needs, from weddings to corporate gifting TO brand activations
OWNER, DESIGNER & CALLIGRAPHER
shaochen
Hi! I’m Shaochen, the owner and calligrapher behind Monstera Gold, a design studio based in Denver, Colorado.
I’m the sap who cries at every vow reading and relishes in the magic of weddings. Nothing brings me more joy than getting to create something one of a kind for your big day and bring your vision to life! I'm here to make your experience fun and seamless from start to finish and delight your guests with personalized details.
I discovered calligraphy as an escape from a stressful tech job, and found that it was one of the few ways I could calm my mind. I believe in the power of words and fell in love with calligraphy as an art and a practice. But I actually started on this path as a child, with formal training in Chinese calligraphy...12 year old Shaochen would never have guessed that this would be my career one day - talk about dream job!
meet your
calligrapher
We take pride in our craft and limit the number of clients we take on to ensure quality work and a steller experience. Behind the scenes we’re honing our skills and triple checking to deliver work we stand behind.
quality over quantity
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Planning the details of your wedding should be not only stress free, but FUN! We know that there are a million micro decisions to make, so we’ll be sure to ask you just the right questions at the right time.
DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF
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Your wedding should be as unique as the two of you. That’s why we create custom designs for every client. Table names instead of table numbers? Shot glasses as place cards? You got it!
THERE'S NO LOVE LIKE YOURS
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We believe that Black lives matter, trans lives matter, and that love is love. We prioritize an inclusive environment for our team and clients.
THE NON-NEGOTIABLES
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we believe:
Whether you're getting married in Denver or in the mountains of Colorado, we would love to work with you!
LET'S GET STARTED
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PANDEMIC BRIDE
Like many couples, we had to face the decision of canceling, postponing, or eloping. We went the micro-wedding route, and celebrated (cautiously) with 25 of our closest friends and family members in Estes Park.
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MY BOYS
My boys light up my life: my rescue border collie mix Copper, and my happy baby Emmett! You can bet there are a lot of cuddles around here.
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WHAT'S IN A NAME
My business name, Monstera Gold, is inspired by the jungle plant, known for the holes in their heart shaped leaves. Together with “gold”, the name is meant to evoke a sense of “earthy sophistication” that is both beautiful and welcoming.
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new year's resolution
My recurring resolution is to visit one new national park each year. I’ve got 25 parks under my belt worldwide!
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about you
Our clients know that details delight.
You believe that details matter and you want a wedding that reflects your style as a couple.
You know that time is money and want someone to take the micro-decisions off your hands, not scour Etsy endlessly to cobble together wedding decor.
You want something that can't be replicated, something created just for you.
ready to do this?
Let's get the party started!
We can't wait to create a beautiful wedding with you!
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