Lesson Summary

Welcome to Mastering the Art of Signwriting, an online program developed by a passionate female signwriter with over 40 years of experience in the craft. This course is designed to keep the art of signwriting alive by sharing foundational skills and professional techniques with students.

• The course is divided into five courses:
• Course 1 & 2 focuses on essential brush skills, including brush techniques, marking out, and letter construction.
• Subsequent courses 3 & 4 cover four basic letter styles, decorative lettering, gilding, and advanced professional skills.
• The final course addresses setting up a sign business and the professional aspects of signwriting.

Course 1 emphasizes the importance of mastering brush skills to succeed in signwriting.

With patience and practice, students can progress from basic brush stokes to signwriting block letters to decorative designs like the tattoo sign or the railway hotel sign. Understanding brushwork, layers, and letter proportions enhances creativity in lettering artistry.

Signwriting is described as an immersive experience where the connection between hand and eye leads to the creation of unique hand-painted signs. The course aims to inspire students to develop a love for crafting beautiful, personalized lettering for their clients.