After countless brush and roller strokes - but not much paint - Monaghan Ranch's new 8' X 32' billboard is now in place. Amazingly, the entire billboard required just a half gallon of red paint, even after double coating! That's because the white areas are formed...
Vintage commercial signs from the past are scarce. However, some still stand as sentinels to bygone eras. Such is the case for the Rustic Resort vintage commercial neon sign. A harrowing beginning... Founded in 1931 by William J. and Alice Richardson, Rustic Resort...
Anymore, people want to see the “hand of the artist" at work. That is, they admire the skill that crafts a work of art. Currently, this includes well-designed, handcrafted signs. We like to call it, "communication art". A lasting impression Naturally, we believe all...
Gold leaf. Shimmering, seductive, worthy of statuary and tombs for ancient gods, and for numerous works of art through the ages. The Egyptians were the first to perfect the process, followed by improvements that resulted in a technique that has changed little for...
When should you update your signs? All business owners ask themselves this perennial question. Signs are essential to your company’s marketing efforts. A good sign tells your customers what you do and what sets your business apart from the competition. It’s the first...
Hand lettered, angled and curved text: Which way? How much? How far? Good question. Most of us take text for granted. We see it nearly everyday of our lives starting from a very young age. Its purpose, of course, is universal. Text allows societies to transmit...
Should your sign be made from real materials or affordable imitations? The question itself dates back decades. A hundred years ago, members of the Arts and Crafts Movement adopted a philosophy called ‘Truth to Materials’. This meant they used the most appropriate...
Paxton Signs' residence and cabin signs are unique, useful and always memorable. However, if you want to surprise your loved ones in time for the holidays, order your personalized signs now for Christmas. Hand-painted or sandblasted, personalized art elements or a...
River Stone Resort River Stone Resort sits on a particularly beautiful section of Fall River near Rocky Mountain National Park. Both the river and highway descend from the Park, passing the Visitor Center's north entrance. Fittingly, this entrance is known as the...
Thinking about unique holiday gifts? The upcoming holiday season is the perfect time to order unique, personalized gifts. Residence and cabin signs are gifts that can be enjoyed all year long. There are numerous techniques available to create the styles, colors and...
Chesterfield, Bottomsley & Potts - The Best In Fort Collins. This historic restaurant started in 1971. Later, it added its own brewery. The restaurant was initially named after a turn-of-the-century British law firm, Chesterfield, Bottomsley & Potts....