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by Doug Bernhardt
Mon Aug 29, 2016 4:38 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: The Forum vs Facebook
Replies: 13
Views: 12562

Re: The Forum vs Facebook

Dan...I was just trying to find the like button!
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Aug 25, 2016 4:55 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: The Forum vs Facebook
Replies: 13
Views: 12562

Re: The Forum vs Facebook

Yes indeed. It started a few years ago with a few of the long time contributors saying thats how to see what they're up to and I even got invitations to "Join" and at a certain point I did. I guess I've just noticed that any "real" info was sadly lacking and of course there was n...
by Doug Bernhardt
Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:25 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: The Forum vs Facebook
Replies: 13
Views: 12562

The Forum vs Facebook

I like many others have been lured into following Facebook and staying somewhat active there, but recently realized after seeing an excellent post (which touched on the new vs old ways and the people involved) which in the way of all things ephemeral dropped off with almost no attention or discussio...
by Doug Bernhardt
Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:03 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Exterior Gilding - How to grain fill
Replies: 3
Views: 3580

Re: Exterior Gilding - How to grain fill

Hi again....firstly you would never gild without preparing your panel with some sort of sealant as you'll have all the troubles I see with what you're doing. If I were doing this I would 1/ Clean it all up and get it back to original finish. There are volumes of books written on finishing wood and e...
by Doug Bernhardt
Tue Aug 23, 2016 5:08 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: etched tempered glass problem...
Replies: 31
Views: 47207

Re: etched tempered glass problem...

Well here's the reason all the old tymers used white acid for this. Also called french embossing. Just wash with regular cleaner and looks like new. I do wonder however if the abrasion-hand obscuring method (with a block of glass and some sort of granule) would give the same problem/results. I have ...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Aug 20, 2016 4:34 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: etched tempered glass problem...
Replies: 31
Views: 47207

Re: etched tempered glass problem...

This ought to be interesting! My first guess was oil but I'm not into this any where near what you bunch are.
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Aug 11, 2016 6:06 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Exterior Gilding - How to grain fill
Replies: 3
Views: 3580

Re: Exterior Gilding - How to grain fill

Hi Duncan, Although I've never used the gesso process I do know about it and think it's un-necessary. Really you just need to get more finish on this project and unless the carving left lumps etc it should smooth out nicely. My gilding is always done over about 4 coats of paint and although I do los...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat May 28, 2016 8:54 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Help finding someone to teach me more
Replies: 1
Views: 2239

Re: Help finding someone to teach me more

Hi Jonathan, There are quite a few hand lettering workshops going on these days. You should just try and track one down that is best for you and get a start and avoid learning some bad habits that will be harder to shake later. You might have to make an investment in this. I know Mike Meyer(USA) and...
by Doug Bernhardt
Fri Jan 01, 2016 2:42 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Black Lion Pub London
Replies: 1
Views: 2926

Black Lion Pub London

Quite a few years ago I first visited the Black Lion in London England and have gone back many times over the years to see what's been going on and in general just enjoy the splendour of a great pub with amazing signs. Last year when I was there they had just removed and probably trashed their origi...
by Doug Bernhardt
Tue Mar 03, 2015 9:38 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Pock marks in matte centers
Replies: 30
Views: 50969

Re: Pock marks in matte centers

I hate to jump in after so much good info here but I gotta add a little... adding a heat gun to anything is bad news as it changes the chemical structure especially to paints and pigments. As to the size mixture I think Pat has pretty much put his finger on it although if I remember correctly the 1s...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Feb 07, 2015 2:05 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Le Franc 3hr tac time
Replies: 12
Views: 11690

Re: Le Franc 3hr tac time

Great read on all these posts. If it's of any help Noel Weber gave me some of a quick size he had been using from Letterhead Sign Supplies which I'll give a big thumbs up on. Although I didn't do any "Scientific" experiments I like how it tacks up evenly on the little bit of glass work I'v...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Feb 07, 2015 2:00 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: tempera paint
Replies: 3
Views: 3962

Re: tempera paint

I used to do a lot of sho-card work and used Richart colours. Of course with demise of this sort of work I haven't tried to buy it in many years. Small jars of gouache used to be available in artshops which is excellent quality.
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Feb 07, 2015 1:52 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Site Rediscovered...
Replies: 2
Views: 3178

Re: Site Rediscovered...

Welcome Home! Look forward to hearing your tales from a life in transition
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Feb 07, 2015 1:52 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Old Sign Kit For Sale
Replies: 8
Views: 8988

Re: Old Sign Kit For Sale

Really interesting find. Mr. Glawson would have picked this up in a second just for the note books I'll wager. Would love to see Arlo's kit and find as well.
by Doug Bernhardt
Sun Jan 04, 2015 2:14 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Since I'm on a roll here....how about a carved letter from the Edgar Wallace and a glass piece from the centre of the back bar at the Museum Tavern in London. This pub is at risk of being demolished because of it's location and low level of trade I'm thinking. Is just around the corner from the Brit...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sun Jan 04, 2015 2:14 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Since I'm on a roll here....how about a carved letter from the Edgar Wallace and a glass piece from the centre of the back bar at the Museum Tavern in London. This pub is at risk of being demolished because of it's location and low level of trade I'm thinking. Is just around the corner from the Brit...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Jan 03, 2015 3:57 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

These 2 photos are from the Bunch of Grapes just off Old Brompton Road in London as well. It has been my favourite pub to visit and been there many times. There is a treasure trove of antique details and many pieces of glass from all different manufacturers. This one is a remarkable survivor especia...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Jan 03, 2015 3:57 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

These 2 photos are from the Bunch of Grapes just off Old Brompton Road in London as well. It has been my favourite pub to visit and been there many times. There is a treasure trove of antique details and many pieces of glass from all different manufacturers. This one is a remarkable survivor especia...
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Jan 03, 2015 3:50 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Since we're in the mood for glass work and everyone loves them, these are from the Dog and Duck also in downtown London. There obviously were 3 of these panels at one time but I'm guessing wear and tear has taken it's toll.
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Jan 03, 2015 3:50 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Since we're in the mood for glass work and everyone loves them, these are from the Dog and Duck also in downtown London. There obviously were 3 of these panels at one time but I'm guessing wear and tear has taken it's toll.
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Jan 03, 2015 3:41 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Here are a couple photos from the Blue Last in London England. It's always hard to sort out fact from fiction but if I recall, this piece was rediscovered after WW2 when a wall that had been installed to protect it was pulled down....to everyone surprise including the owners.
by Doug Bernhardt
Sat Jan 03, 2015 3:41 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Here are a couple photos from the Blue Last in London England. It's always hard to sort out fact from fiction but if I recall, this piece was rediscovered after WW2 when a wall that had been installed to protect it was pulled down....to everyone surprise including the owners.
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Jan 01, 2015 3:28 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

This is Star and Garter in Soho, London England. You see a lot of these glass fronts with metal letters mounted behind. I thought I should get this one posted as you never know when it will simply disappear.
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Jan 01, 2015 3:28 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

This is Star and Garter in Soho, London England. You see a lot of these glass fronts with metal letters mounted behind. I thought I should get this one posted as you never know when it will simply disappear.
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Jan 01, 2015 3:23 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

I know this is an odd one to add to the "Masterpiece" collection but I think it is an incredible piece with probably an authentic representation. Naive but rich. Found it in a small village in Scotland.
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Jan 01, 2015 3:23 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

I know this is an odd one to add to the "Masterpiece" collection but I think it is an incredible piece with probably an authentic representation. Naive but rich. Found it in a small village in Scotland.
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Jan 01, 2015 3:17 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 33646

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Here are a few from the Viaduct pub in London. Have included a couple of detail photos as well to keep the wolves happy ;=)
by Doug Bernhardt
Thu Jan 01, 2015 3:17 pm
Forum: Hand Lettering Gallery
Topic: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)
Replies: 29
Views: 80070

Re: Masterpiece Signs of the World (Images & Addresses)

Here are a few from the Viaduct pub in London. Have included a couple of detail photos as well to keep the wolves happy ;=)
by Doug Bernhardt
Tue Nov 04, 2014 10:18 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: LeFranc 12 Hr Slow Size
Replies: 9
Views: 8511

Re: LeFranc 12 Hr Slow Size

Lee....it would be great to see the results from a another point of "duress" Greg Heger described to me some years ago about some sort of srub testing he did. Went something like laying the 2 sizes beside each other and see how differently they react next day. Also I'm noticing how differe...