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!
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, 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
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.
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
