Hand painted Typography
I've noticed around Blacksburg, VA more and more restaurants and little shops go back to hand painted typography in their windows and signs. Here's my question: In all of your opinions, will hand painted work like this see a resurgence in the near future?
Personally, I wouldn't mind using my hands in the crafting of this art.
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19.Mar.2009 8.26pm
I think it will always have a place, but I don't think it will come back and fill all the niches it used to occupy; that would just not be practical. Take window lettering, for example. Modern vinyl materials aren't just quicker & more convenient, but much more durable. When we go to the trouble of really designing something well, we want to use more durable materials. Me, I'm happy to do things the old fashioned ways, but only when appropriate. If you really want to become a "Letterhead" be prepared to practice practice practice and practice. A subscription to SignCraft would be a start.
Do you draw or paint?
Here's something I painted last year:
http://albanysigns.com/pictures/hand_painted_lettering_7.jpg
20.Mar.2009 7.59am
I draw, mainly in charcoal considering how easily manipulated it is. I stay away from painting for the most part. I'll mess around with acrylics and hate the two week waiting period for oils to dry.
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20.Mar.2009 8.32am
We call it "lettering".
"Hand painted typography" is like "used orange juice".
hhp
20.Mar.2009 12.47pm
The above sample is also gilded another art entirely. Dig up Frank Atkinsons book on the subject. Lettering enamels dry fairly quickly but do have a curing period after.
As to your question: too many projects not nearly enough sign writers...
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