Profile: John Elliott
August 7th, 2021 by signcraftShop name: Prickle Patch SignsShop size: 1500 sq. ft.Age: 71 Graphics equipment: Roland VS540 printer/cutter Emtak2R laminator Roland GS24 plotter The brush box… Read More
Post-and-rail sign mounting: First catch your tree
August 6th, 2021 by John ElliottOne of the things I really love about the sign game is the sheer variety of projects you can become involved in. One… Read More
Signs We’ve Seen: August 2021
August 8th, 2021 by signcraftCheck out this creative sign work by SignCraft’s readers. We’re always interested in seeing your work or photos of great-looking signs you’ve seen. Send… Read More
6 ways to ramp up your sign designs
August 2nd, 2021 by signcraftSo you’ve got a few sign design projects waiting for you, and you’re looking for fresh ways to make them interesting and appealing…. Read More
Finishing HDU board
July 23rd, 2021 by David HassanWe have been using acrylic latex water-based paints for all of our HDU signs for about the past 20 years. We use a… Read More
Start with a survey of the site
July 30th, 2021 by Bob BehounekMost of those passing by a sign today are so distracted by things both moving and still that it leaves little time for… Read More
Modifying a customer’s logo for their signage
July 23rd, 2021 by Randy HoweWhen a graphic designer produces a logo, there is often little thought given to how it will work on sign formats. But that… Read More
Learn the basics of the San Jose approach to sign layout
July 19th, 2021 by signcraftThe most profitable skill a sign maker can possess is to be able to create effective, appealing layouts—quickly. That’s where understanding the principles… Read More
Back in the day: Lawrence Frey
July 20th, 2021 by signcraft“When I was first featured in SignCraft,” says Ray Sauder [Raynbow Signs, Palmerton, Ontario, Canada], “I mentioned the signpainter who dug an old… Read More
Follow-up: The Dobell Brothers
July 13th, 2021 by signcraftShop Name: Dobell Sign Co.Location: Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaAges: Chris is 48, Stu is 43. Online: www.dobellsignco.com Instagram: @dobellsignco Facebook: dobellsignco In the… Read More
A door to opportunity
July 9th, 2021 by Dan SawatzkyIn our book, a sign is anything that draws attention to our customer’s business, products or service. An obvious place to start is… Read More
Simple signs that look sensational
July 2nd, 2021 by Randy HoweWhen you work in a small town, you don’t get many opportunities to make those signs that we all consider “masterpieces.” Port Dover,… Read More
