About this Event
For our November Speaker Series, is honored to host Ink, Inc. — a speaker panel of creative entrpreneurs with unique connections to ink, featuring Heather Lynn of Spirit of Salt, Danielle Aldrich of Easyhand Goods, and Vynsie Law of We Are 1976.
OVERVIEW
Join us Wednesday, November 12 at East Texas A&M Universty (ETAMU) as we welcome three inspiring women founders to share their unique perspectives on mixing creativity, commerce, and craft in the world of ink and design. Come early and browse a selection of vendor tables in the lobby during the Social Hour.
INK DEMO
Want more ink? Take part in a letterpress demo with Inky Lips Letterpress founder and ETAMU professor Casey McGarr (also DSVC Past President 2000-2001!). Learn how letterpress works from a master and ink your own 12.5" x 19" print to keep. Add-on available when registering and limited to 12 attendees.
SCHOOL SHOWCASE
We're celebrating East Texas A&M University as November's School Showcase and will be featuring ETAMU projects at the Speaker Series. We welcome ETAMU students, faculty, and alumni to join and represent!
HEATHER LYNN of
Tatoo artist, painter, and illustrator, known for her uniquely folky, mystical style shaped by years of artistic exploration across many mediums, such as fiber arts, textile painting, and product design. Before tattooing, Heather spent 15 years as an award-winning graphic designer, and her work continues to be grounded in the principles of solid, clean design.
DANIELLE ALDRICH of
Owner and designer behind Easyhand Goods (previously Onderkast Studio), a hands-on stationery brand focused on creating colorful, lighthearted cards and goods made with care in her studio. With press ink on her hands and a cat in her lap, Danielle's products have found their way into over 1,000 retail boutiques nationwide.
VYNSIE LAW of
Co-founder and owner of We Are 1976, one of Dallas' most revered independent creative storefronts, showcasing and advocating the local art and design community. Vynsie also serves as Director of Art and Design at the Dallas Museum of Art.
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The ideas and opinions expressed by guest speakers do not necessarily reflect those of East Texas A&M University, the Texas A&M University System, the Department of Art, or the DSVC.
Speaker Panel
🕑: 06:00 PM
Check-in + Social Hour + Creative Market
Info: Check-in and catch up with our creative community! Visit vendor tables or shop gifts in the lobby ahead of the speaker panel. Card only, no cash sales.
🕑: 06:50 PM
Auditorium Doors Open
Info: Doors to the auditorium open 10 minutes prior to the speaker panel. Make sure you get a good seat!
🕑: 07:15 PM
Announcements + Introduction
Host: DSVC Board
Info: Hear the latest updates and learn more about the DSVC.
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:45 PM
Speaker Panel + Q&A
Host: Heather Lynn
Info: Moderated by DSVC's Past President Dana Nixon, the Ink, Inc. panel discusses their entrepreneurial connections to ink and shares their unique perspectives on mixing creativity, commerce, and craft. Q&A to follow as time allows.
🕑: 09:00 PM
Event End
Add-on: Letterpress Demo
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Letterpress Demo by Inky Lips Letterpress
Info: Guided by Inky Lips Letterpress founder and ETAMU professor Casey McGarr, take part in a live demonstration at East Texas A&M University's letterpress studio and ink your own 12.5" x 19" print. Limited to 12 attendees.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
East Texas A&M University-Dallas, 8750 North Central Expressway, Dallas, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 39.19











