I am a son of a Boomer sign painter. He is now 73 years old. Hasn't painted in awhile due to retirement/health issues. But, I learned a lot about layout and Graphic art from him. We unfortunately weren't around one another much, so I never had a chance to learn but it is a lost art.
When i watch the older guys, I'm always amazed at how skilled and quick they are. I definitely don't hold myself in that bracket yet! Thanks for your comment!
Thanks, when imagined I painted it without the red bit it did look kinda odd. I wanted to emphasize that ot was a cramped space. Maybe it could be done better, but I think it worked okay.
Thanks Jackie, hope you're doing well! It's a shame I couldn't see you when I was over in the uk. It's very awkward getting around with no vehicle. You have an invite to my wedding when I'm back next!
@@theletterhead No probs. After you applied the egg white wash, that yellow-gold paint seemed to lay down much better than it had before. Is this a thing, or was I imagining it? Anyway, my interest is reverse glass techniques, glue-chipping and gilding. I use a computer to make masks, so it's good to see someone actually do hand lettering. Cheers from Australia.
@@theletterhead I appreciate the work you do it helps me with my Graphic and Design work I have people asking me about doing work on glass I seen your work on glass any pointers of what type of paint I should use
Egg whites with water, mixed at equal parts. Is applied my a rag to the surface you want to gild to protect the background from excess gold sticking to areas you don't wait it to stick. It can then be cleaned off once complete and dry
I want a career change. How does one break into this craft? Did you go to art school? Did you apprentice? Or was it all talent and you did it without the former. I love you work! Thanks!😍😁
I learned through the family signwriting business we had in London. I think I'm still a work in progress, though, as far as getting some of the skills of the older guys. @joby.carter is a great signwriter from the uk. His fairground work is incredible.
Very nice job resurrecting this one! Stepping away was the right move! ❤
I am a son of a Boomer sign painter. He is now 73 years old. Hasn't painted in awhile due to retirement/health issues. But, I learned a lot about layout and Graphic art from him. We unfortunately weren't around one another much, so I never had a chance to learn but it is a lost art.
Thanks a lot for your comment. It means a lot. I hope your father is well!
i love watching you do this - you make me believe i can do it too - ive had a go in the past so i know how deceptively easy you make it look !
When i watch the older guys, I'm always amazed at how skilled and quick they are. I definitely don't hold myself in that bracket yet!
Thanks for your comment!
interesting how you used that one verticle red stroke to the right hand side of the stem for the letter R in Rose 👍
great job, thank you for sharing
Thanks, when imagined I painted it without the red bit it did look kinda odd. I wanted to emphasize that ot was a cramped space.
Maybe it could be done better, but I think it worked okay.
Well done! Looks really nice 👌
Much appreciated!
Good to see you back, Lewis!
Thanks Jackie, hope you're doing well! It's a shame I couldn't see you when I was over in the uk. It's very awkward getting around with no vehicle. You have an invite to my wedding when I'm back next!
@@theletterhead Oh wow, thank you! Congratulations, Lewis - When's the big day? xx
No date yet, and it may be a year or 2 away still as we save up. Just a very early heads-up!
@@theletterhead I appreciate that, Lewis. Love to you and your lady....xx
Looks great! Cheers.
Thanks mate!
@@theletterhead No probs. After you applied the egg white wash, that yellow-gold paint seemed to lay down much better than it had before. Is this a thing, or was I imagining it? Anyway, my interest is reverse glass techniques, glue-chipping and gilding. I use a computer to make masks, so it's good to see someone actually do hand lettering. Cheers from Australia.
Sweet I like
Glad you like it Joedy!
@@theletterhead I appreciate the work you do it helps me with my Graphic and Design work I have people asking me about doing work on glass I seen your work on glass any pointers of what type of paint I should use
Can you explain the egg wash thing in detail maybe just a short video of it im confused 🤔
Egg whites with water, mixed at equal parts. Is applied my a rag to the surface you want to gild to protect the background from excess gold sticking to areas you don't wait it to stick. It can then be cleaned off once complete and dry
I want a career change. How does one break into this craft? Did you go to art school? Did you apprentice? Or was it all talent and you did it without the former. I love you work! Thanks!😍😁
look up joby carter
I learned through the family signwriting business we had in London. I think I'm still a work in progress, though, as far as getting some of the skills of the older guys.
@joby.carter is a great signwriter from the uk. His fairground work is incredible.
How did you end up removing the gold leaf that was stuck to the background?
I thought egg white was a size. ..