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A Division of Smart Alex Signs Hand Painted Sign Company
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SIGN PAINTING WORKSHOPS:
Los Angeles Sign Painting Classes
EVERY FRIDAY February 6, 2026 - March 27, 2026
TBA To Be Announced
For the absolute beginner or anyone interested in exploring the craft of sign painting!
This class has been specifically created to walk students through the general process of creating a hand painted sign from scratch.
Students will paint their own sign using a provided design by the instructor and will learn about the tools necessary to complete the project.
No drawing is required for this class, which allows for more time on the brush. All materials provided.
7 hours each day including lunch (not provided).
TBA To Be Announced
8 classes once a week, every Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:00pm PST.
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 throughout the week, all materials will be provided for the class.
We will take a 45 min break to eat lunch, fridge available.
TBA To Be Announced
3 Full Days of Hands-on Sign Painting with Expert Guidance by Smart Alex and a Special Guest.
TBA To Be Announced
8 classes once a week
TBA To Be Announced
Learn the proper way to Water Gild with Genuine Gold Leaf.
Day 1: Learn the Fundamentals of Lettering,
How to Scale your Letters, Letter Spacing, and
The Rules to Layout.
Learn the Basics of the Brush, the Rules to Lettering & Layout, Multiple ALPHABETS, Effects, and much more.
Students will participate in creating a two-toned water-gilded sign using traditional methods by hand.
Day 2: Learn the Materials and Process for Prepping / Painting signs. Begin drawing full size layouts for class assignment.
Practice basic brushtrokes w/ 1shot lettering enamel.
During each of the 3-Hour Class, the Instructor will conduct LIVE Demos and answer questions to Prepare students for their Weekly Assignment/Homework.
All materials will be supplied by the instructors for class use.
Day 3: Paint sign and learn the tricks of the trade!
Located in Huntington Beach, address sent upon confirmation
(contact us for registration info). No makeup classes.
1 DAY WORKSHOP
TBA To Be Announced 2026
1 DAY WORKSHOP
TBA To Be Announced for 2026
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