Design drives successful digital prints
August 27th, 2019 by signcraftTo say digital printing is everywhere would be an understatement. Vehicle wraps, flat signs, wall coverings, floor graphics, stickers, windows—it’s everywhere and then… Read More
Nostalgia race cars deserve classic hand lettered graphics
August 26th, 2019 by Todd HansonWith the recent surge in popularity over the last few years of restoring old drag cars, hand-painted lettering has become much more valuable… Read More
The power of before-and-after
August 26th, 2019 by Dan AntonelliAs designers and artistic people, I think it comes naturally for most of us to view the existing logos, signs and truck wraps… Read More
Today’s tools for learning
August 26th, 2019 by Mike JacksonWhen you’re learning to hand letter, there’s not much of a replacement for watching a skilled craftsperson lay down perfect strokes with a… Read More
Combining traditional skills and today’s technology
August 26th, 2019 by Dan SawatzkyI turned 65 this past year—an age when most think seriously about retiring. Not me! I enjoy what I do far too much…. Read More
Design Clinic: New design for a truck fleet
August 26th, 2019 by Bob BehounekLong-established companies are some of the more difficult clients to get to make changes in their outward appearance. You’ve heard the adage, “If… Read More
Design & Price: 3D residential sign
August 27th, 2019 by signcraftIn every issue, SignCraft gives a few sign makers an imaginary project. We ask them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
What’s it cost to produce this 48-by-42-in. 3D sign?
August 26th, 2019 by Michael KeeneMaterials: HDU board: $215 Paint and misc: $144 Total materials: $359 Labor: Sales/design/file prep: 3 hours Precut panels to shape: 1 hour Finish… Read More
Art Amerman
August 27th, 2019 by signcraftShop name: A&A Signs Shop size: 1400 sq. ft. Age: 62 Graphics equipment: Roland SP540 printer Summa S-class 48-in. plotter EMseal laminator Roland… Read More
Jeff Cahill
August 27th, 2019 by signcraftIf your SignCraft collection goes back that far, you’ll find Jeff Cahill on the cover of the Summer 1983 issue, along with a… Read More
Kurt Gaber
August 27th, 2019 by signcraftShop name: Gaber Signs Shop size: 3000 sq. ft. Staff: Two full-time Age: 54 Graphics equipment: Roland XR-640 printer/cutter FlexiSign Gerber Omega Three… Read More
