The signs and sights of Port Townsend, Washington
September 23rd, 2024 by Mike JacksonPort Townsend is located on the remote northeast corner of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. The picturesque coastal town is nestled alongside the remote shoreline… Read More
Cover photo: Bender Park — Tim Peterson
September 22nd, 2024 by signcraftTo grab the viewer, you need one good solid “hook”— unique lettering, a cool effect, or maybe 3D. In sign painting days, a… Read More
Type choice gets the ball rolling
September 16th, 2024 by Randy HoweAs we all know, some designs come together really fast, while others are not so cooperative. There’s usually something, though, that gets me… Read More
Cover photo: Strawberry Patch – James Dobson
September 15th, 2024 by signcraftSometimes you just need a little inspiration to jump start your next design project. You’ll find plenty of that here in this Signs… Read More
Tuck the graphic in a letter
August 24th, 2024 by signcraftThat made for a catchy headline, but it really should say “Put the graphic in the letter.” Rather than using a separate image… Read More
Q&A: Where do you find help?
September 19th, 2024 by signcraftA reader wants to know: “I often wonder where others find their employees. It seems I continually train new people who are going… Read More
Cover photo: Deadwood Gift Shop – Tim Peterson
September 11th, 2024 by signcraftFor over 30 years, Tim Peterson has created beautiful, highly effective signs in and around Deadwood, South Dakota. His work, mostly 3D signs,… Read More
Cover photo: S&S General Contracting – Bob Behounek
September 2nd, 2024 by signcraftThe lowly ampersand usually does its job quietly and somewhat boringly, standing in for the word “and” between two words or letters. Bob… Read More
Put the real thing on their sign
September 1st, 2024 by signcraftIn the days before most everyone could read, the sign maker’s task usually included adding an image to a sign that represented what… Read More
Hand-lettered signs bring a restaurant interior to life
August 26th, 2024 by signcraftBeautiful hand-painted signs—like good food—are uniquely appealing because they’re handmade. There’s something that just “feels good” about them that connects with those who… Read More
Cover photo: Drywall Crack Attack – RT Signs
August 25th, 2024 by signcraftIf a logo includes a graphic, you’ll usually find it above or beside the main copy. But one cool way to surprise the… Read More
Back in time: Vintage sign shop posters
August 19th, 2024 by Mike JacksonBack in the day—before the Internet—a few leading-edge sign shop owners created posters to help advertise their creations. The ’70s and ’80s were… Read More
