Calligraphy and Artistic Services in Tampa that elevate your event and illuminate life’s memorable moments.
Calligraphy, Engraving in Tampa, Orlando and beyond
First Light Calligraphy helps brands and discerning individuals create illustrious, one-of-a-kind moments with onsite calligraphy that elevates your event.

Services
I serve marketing directors, brand managers, and advertising executives for time-honored, luxury brands and the devoted customers who love their products. Whether you’re looking for that unique, meaning-filled gift for the person who has everything, or you’re planning an elevated brand event, I understand the tenor of the personalized touch.
Customized Calligraphy
Customization is about taking the mundane and making it magical. Whether it’s with on-site calligraphy, engraving, bottle painting, or hot foiling, I can work with you to create beautiful, one of a kind pieces that will leave an indelible impression.
Brand Events
Illuminate your brand with custom calligraphy services. Enhance your relationships with clients with experiential marketing. Transform your brand activation with calligraphy services. Leave your clientele with an experience they won’t soon forget.

Meet the Dawn Behind First Light Calligraphy
Owner & Artist
Dawn McMaster
Dawn’s story is like so many other military spouses. After dutifully following their spouse throughout the world––oftentimes sacrificing their own careers and raising children while their service member is working unpredictable schedules and deploying to various locations––many spouses find themselves lacking their own sense of identity separate from the military culture, their role as parent, and without a steadfast occupation. After a return from an overseas duty location, Dawn was on a quest to figure out who she was and uncover her individual identity. In 2016, the world of calligraphy and hand-lettering was just starting to go viral and Dawn discovered she had a unique talent in this creative niche. Not only that but, it allowed her to have something that was solely hers for the first time in her adult life.

"As a gym owner of 10 years, one of the greatest additions I've made to our facility has been chalkboards from First Light. It has always been a struggle to get information in front of all of our members that come through the door every day. Whether that be pricing, personal training info, nutrition or events. I can honestly say these have made a huge impact on my business (even more than social media!). Dawn listened to what information was necessary for each board and even helped with placement within our facility. She took information and turned it into art, with colors that pop and draw attention to the info I need to put in front of my members."
— Brooks Lindquist, Volta Athletics