Custom Painting And Creating One Of Kind Artistic Signs

Are You Unique?

Being a custom sign shop we are always looking for unique ways to create custom artistic signs.  Many of our signs have custom paint finishes to make them a one of a kind sign.  Custom painting is something that has had a cultural impact throughout history and is still carried over to modern day.

Custom Sign Painting

The crew here at The Sign Depot had the opportunity to view the film Sign Painters, which was glimpse into the world of handpainted signs. (FYI there is a swear word or two in this trailer- don’t say we didn’t warn you).

SIGN PAINTERS (OFFICIAL TRAILER) from samuel j macon on Vimeo.

 The film showed how historic sign painting techniques are still used today, but the real star of the film is 1 Shot Paint, something we use almost daily here in our workshop.

But I am sure all of our expert sign makers will agree with what the painter in the trailer said “I want to make signs that turn into art”

Spray Painting With Airbrush Techniques

Another great custom painting technique is airbrushing.  We often use it for backgrounds on our custom wood signs.  This paint finish can provide overall coverage or colour fades just like the skyline in this cottage sign below.

Airbrush techniques are often used in several variations of street art as well.

 From the Las Vegas Strip

To a very popular graffiti artist

To learn more about how street artist Bansky pranked passers-by in Central Park take a look at the Colossal post about the Unannouced Art Sale (a big thanks goes to Unmarketing’s Scott Stratten for bringing this amazing post to our attention!)

 Even we have taken to spray painting techniques outside the shop. Below is a time lapse of stencil and spray paint sign technique (you can see it happening mid-way through the video) and although we don’t get many opportunities for this kind of sign work we always jump at the chance to try something new.

Creating A Custom Look

The expert sign makers here at The Sign Depot have several other custom sign painting techniques to ensure your sign has a unique finish and creates an impact. If you are looking for something vintage and weathered, or modern with a high gloss finish, they can achieve a one of kind look for your artistic sign. Once you have an idea of your sign project be sure to visit our Contact Us page in order to receive your quote. Looking for more ideas? Search around our website, blog, facebook page, and pinterest boards for some inspiration.