Signwriting News

28th October 2011 / Categories: Latest project news

Tillings for teas… and traditional signs !

The last of the summer sunshine found me in the pretty Surrey vilage of Golmshall, painting some Edwardian style signwriting directly to the building,

The bold and old style signage gives strong appeal to the tasty treats and decor to be found inside this vibrant and popular little cafe.

It's worthwhile popping by for tea, and taste it for yourselves !

26th October 2011 / Categories:

Wall-dogging at the Imperial War Museum

Wall-dogging, is an old sign painters term from the 1920's when huge signs where often painted onto the sides of buildings.

This interesting commision meant a challenging time lettering these quotes by hand directly to a rough cast concrete effect display at the Imperial War Museum in the City of London.

The five quotes and a map where painstakingly painted in signwriter's colour, using sable brushes and a delicate touch.

The display will form part of 'War Story' -A display featuring the first-hand experiences of British service personnel currently serving in Afghanistan which have been recorded for present and future generations.

Well worth a look if you are in town !

26th October 2011 / Categories:

Latest signwriting classes in Sept and October

I have had a great time running this years classes and with some fantastic untapped talent out there, we have seen some great results.

I am planning further classes for 2012, - check out the courses page for more info  HERE

29th August 2011 / Categories:

Latest Signwriting Class of 21st August 2011

Another great fun and informal class was held last Sunday, Students who were all complete beginners, learnt to use a signwriting brush for the first time, and how to paint a simple alphabet, and then later going on to produce these fine sign panels of their own to take home.