Preview: Carrying on the Tradition, Hand Painted Boat Lettering

21 Responses So Far to “Carrying on the Tradition, Hand Painted Boat Lettering”

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  Eric Takakjian says:

  Really enjoyed watching this. So cool to see a real professional at work! I’ve tried this myself and would like to get better at it.

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  Neil Henderson says:

  Great video and I’m sure many of us would like to be able to produce hand painted name boards for our boats.
  Would it be possible for OCH to make a training video ‘ how to paint your boats name’?

  Thanks Neil

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  Dennis Phillips says:

  My Father and Grandfather were sign painters. Sarah doesn’t mention the oil used for brush storage. As a kid I recall my fathers using “banana oil”, Do I recall correctly? Any one?

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  Kenneth Jeffreys says:

  I remember as a kid watching a guy hand letter my dad’s store window signage and thought that was the neatest thing. It still amazes me and always will. Beautiful work from a true artist.

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  David L Schroeder says:

  Another great video! A positive feature of OCH is the learning never stops. I noticed the video comments range from 2015 to 5/2017 until my viewing in April, 2018. Sarah, thank you for sharing your expertise, supply recommendations, and a clear demonstration of your outstanding skill.

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  Scott Green says:

  So cool! So … patient. Guess I’ll have to give another crack at Serena’s name. Thanks so much OCH and Sarah!

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  Paul Ross says:

  I’ve always wanted to watch a sign painter work and now I have. I like how she rested her right hand on her left while painting. Sarah is a fine teacher too and described her techniques simply and succinctly. I’m always impressed by someone who freely shares the secrets of their trade. Thank you Sarah and OCH.

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  Randy Tankoos says:

  Here’s another sign painter (Sophie March Barlows) I came across pictured painting the name of Mystic Seaport’s schooner Brilliant prior to open heart surgery. She also has a steady hand!
  http://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2015/07/18/sophie-marsh-barlows-syndrome/

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  Arthur Maroney says:

  It would be interesting to learn how to clean a diesel engine and the engine room area properly.

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  Bob Peterson says:

  Great lettering, what font are you using?

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  Denis Noble says:

  I’ve always admired good sign-writing. It was a treat to see Sarah practising her craft and explaining how she did it. Good for you Sarah!!

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  Ray Vosper says:

  Thanks for sharing your art with us, Sarah. It’s convinced me I need to hire a pro for lettering.

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  Jerry Julian says:

  I worked for a sign shop part time and we used a little aluminum paint in our whites to keep them bright. Great video and nice to see traditional hand lettering still used.

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  William Loutrel says:

  Lovely to see Starlight. My Uncle Fran owned her for many years, and she was his baby. Glad to see her still looking wonderful!

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  terry brower says:

  Very nice work. Brought back memories of working with the Highway Department. I learned hand lettering from my Uncle in the early 70’s. We also used One Shot lettering paint and squirrel tail brushes- made by Langnickel. My favorite technique was free hand- almost like calligraphy.

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  Llama Folks says:

  Hooray! That was great to see! Thanks.

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  Reed Hayden says:

  Very nice!

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  Tom Roderick says:

  Beautiful! My father did hand-painted lettering and posters as a hobby and was very good. I marvel at the steady hand and sharp eye it takes to produce this fine artwork and Sarah makes it look so easy.

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  Jonathan Mc Donald says:

  It was a real pleasure watching Sarah Brandon letter the Starlight. Hand painted names are so much more aesthetically pleasing compared to vinyl. I learned a lot and really love OCH. Thanks for the fine video.

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  Doug Wood says:

  lovely work!

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    Anne Bridgman says:

    That was really nice!