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It's All About Layout Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.

8-week sign painting course workshop

WORKSHOP STARTS EVERY FRIDAY, SEPT 6. - OCT 25, 2024

8 HOURS

$1,200.00

8 classes once a week, every Friday 8am- 4pm.

Learn the basics of the brush, the rules to lettering & layout, multiple alphabets, effects like convex/beveled letters, blending & faux marble, and much more.

Students will build their skills each week and will complete the course with their own custom hand painted sign using all the skills acquired. Some homework will be assigned, materials will be provided.

We will take a 45 min break to eat lunch. $900 for returning 2/3-day students, $1200 for newcommers

8-Week Sign Painting Course Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
8-Week Sign Painting Course Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
2-Day Hand-Lettering & Brush Basics Layout Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.

2-day hand-lettering & brush basics layout workshop

16 HOURS

$450.00

Learn the basics of the brush and create a hand painted sign from scratch. With expert guidance from Smart Alex and a special guest.

From layout, lettering, tools of the trade, suppliers and much more. Kick off your sign painting journey here, for beginners to pros, hobbyists or anybody interested in the craft.

8am-4pm with a 45-min lunch break. Lunch not provided.

A fridge is available for anybody who’d like to bring their own lunch. Located in Huntington Beach, address provided upon confirmation.

2-Day Hand-Lettering & Brush Basics Layout Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
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Materials will be supplied for the class. 

Participants will leave with their new sign, practice charts & instructional handouts.

It's All About Layout Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.

it's all about layout

WORKSHOP STARTS ON SATURDAY, AUG. 3.  

2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES

$40.00

Layout class will focus on designing different types of signs with a pencil and paper through Zoom. 

Each class, a different set of copy will be given and students will engage in creating their own version of that sign within the allotted time.

Tips and critiques will be given by the instructor during and after design has been completed.

Please have a sharp pencil, eraser, (2) blank 8 1/2 x 11 paper and a ruler.

It's All About Layout Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
It's All About Layout Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
Gold Leaf on Glass - 23K Surface Gilding Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.

gold leaf on glass - 23k surface gilding

WORKSHOP ON FRIDAY, AUG. 2 FROM 9:00AM TO 2:00PM (5 HOURS)

$200.00

Learn how to Surface Gild in reverse on glass, plus abalone/mother of pearl inlay. 

The instructor will go over application, materials & where to purchase them, plus different effects for the gold and after care. Everything you need to know to get started gilding on just about any surface!

Surface gilding workshop for new students starts at $200

while returning 2-3 day students is at $150. Book now!

Students will leave with a finished glass sign. Please bring a notebook and pen, all materials provided.

Please bring your own lunch or a snack if needed.

Gold Leaf on Glass - 23K Surface Gilding Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
Gold Leaf on Glass - 23K Surface Gilding Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
Casual Lettering Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.

casual lettering

5 HOURS

$200.00

Learn how to paint Casual lettering and understand when it’s most appropriate to use this type of lettering

This class will be held in-person at my shop in Huntington Beach. 

Address will be sent upon confirmation.

Casual Lettering Workshop by Hand-Painted Sign Artist Alex Kurakake of Smart Alex Signs - Premium Hand-Painted Sign Company offering Storefront Hand-Painted Signs, Hand-Painted Lobby Signs, Gold Leaf, Hand-Painted Murals, and many more. Call 714-515-6205 to Schedule an Appointment.
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