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Sign painting was/is a learned craft. It has a very long history within the realm of "artisans-crafts". Historically, apprenticeships were the means of learningthe craft. Though many, in the earlier history of the craft were self taught. An apprenticeship could last for years, depending on the skill of the apprentice and the knowledge of the "master". The skills learned were varied and some quite complex. Basically learning to manipulate a lettering brush was the core of the learning process. This skill alone could take years to master. There were a number of associated skills and techniques also taught, such as: gold leafing (surface and glass) , carving (in various mediums), glue-glass chipping, stenciling, silk-screening, etc. etc. With the advent of the computer and various kinds of software now available the sign painting craft has been displaced with computer driven sign making machines. The "craft" has all but disappeard, and in only a few "techincal schools" or specialty schools is the craft still taught. |
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