New hand-painted sign on an 8x11” piece of white oak, a novel Thank-You "card" for that special someone! Instead of sending an ordinary Hallmark or goofy plaque, why not up your game and give that amazing individual something that has presence and weight…. something they will remember!!
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The owner of Pura Vida Elite took a picture of me when I was painting their sign in their soccer training area. (The letter ‘S’ in ‘HAS’) - ‘A GOAT HAS GOTTA START SOMEWHERE.’ -
Check out the full signage HERE!!
Read MoreNew sign painting up at Pura Vida Elite Training in Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis. “an elite soccer training facility accessible to all youth players in the Twin Cities. Our focus is to build community while connecting soccer lovers throughout the area.” The project took about 3.5 days to complete. Latex paint on plywood. 6’ x 132’
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One-of-a-kind refrigerator magnets are heading out to my local consignment shop this week for purchase! Inspired by the circus banner artwork of Fred G. Johnson, these 5" diameter, hand-painted pieces are the creme de la creme of circus gifts! Now, when you hang your family photo’s you can subtly ask, WHY? Or better yet, remind everyone that they are ALIVE! Get yours today!!
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Brand new refrigerator magnets are now for sale at I-Like-You-MN in NE Minneapolis! Inspired by the circus banner artwork of Fred G. Johnson, these 5" diameter, hand-painted pieces are the creme-de-la-creme of circus gifts! Why bother decorating your fridge with boring magnets when you can hang those photos up with a piece of art! Let the world know that that picture of your Uncle Benny is 'ALIVE,' or better yet, why not ask, 'WHY?'…
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New "COLD BEER" signs are finished and heading off to I-Like-You-MN this week for purchase! Give the gift of sign painting and see all your troubles disappear! ($50 USD)
12" + 15" diameter, acrylic paint on MDF, 2024.
New Fairground Food sign is finished!
'Cotton Candy 2' 18.75 x 26.25", acrylic paint on paper. Inspired by a food vendor at last year's Minnesota State Fair who sold... you guessed it, Cotton Candy!!
'Cotton candy, also known as candy floss and fairy floss, is a spun sugar confection that resembles cotton. It usually contains small amounts of flavoring or….
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New hand-painted 'DRINKS' signs are now available at my local consignment shop in Minneapolis, MN.
Four pieces total - 15" and 16" diameter, 1/2" thick, acrylic paint on MDF. Inspired by the circus banner art of Fred G. Johnson. Get your DRINK on with a custom painted sign... LIVE!!!
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New hand-painted 'ALIVE' signs are now for sale at my local consignment shop in Minneapolis, MN.
Four pieces total - 13" and 14" diameter, 1/2" thick, acrylic paint on MDF. Inspired by the circus banner art of Fred G. Johnson. Artwork that will awe and inspire... See it NOW, or miss it FOREVER!!
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Brand new set of hand-painted signs that I finished that are heading to my local consignment shop for sale.
'Step One: COFFEE' sign, 4.5 x 16" each, latex and enamel paint on mdf.
I just finished some 2” round magnets that will be heading out to my local consignment shop this week. I-Like-You-Minneapolis “gives space to over 300 independent artists to sell their work. Unique and fun goods, something for everyone!”
Check out my mini-signs, as well as many other gifts to fill your gift-giving needs!
Final sign painting up at Naab Machinery Sales in Blaine, MN. Thank you for the opportunity!
Naab was interested in having their company’s information hand-painted on the back of their garage doors so that when they photographed their machines in front for online sales, their info would be seen in the background. Four doors, four signs - a great/practical way to reach out to their customers.
Read MoreThe business owner at Naab Sales Corp. was interested in having the company's information hand-painted on the back of their garage doors so that when they photographed their machines for online sales, their info could be seen in the background. A great/practical way to reach their customers! A hand-painted sign can offer your business a level of sophistication and charm that cannot be captured in vinyl alone, reflecting to your clients that you care about details and will take a hands-on approach to the service they receive.
Read MoreNew sign painting on plywood, “EAT IT,” 11 x 22”, enamel + acrylic paint. Inspired by the cookbook, ‘EAT IT’ by Dana Crumb and Shery Cohen, illustrated by Robert Crumb. Have you considered some excellent signage for your kitchen or home? If you’re interested in purchasing this fine sign, the price is…
Read MoreI purchased a painting by the artist Guerra from Hidden Treasures Thrift Store on 06/10/2023. The landscape painting shows a tropical beach with a lighthouse on the right side. Priced: $1.99.
I painted a rubber flamingo (plastic flamingo?) on the piece and returned this ‘new’ artwork back to the same thrift store on 07/08/2023, around 2:00pm. A successful collaboration! Thanks, Guerra, for your contribution to the work!
New sign painting on board… and a friendly public service announcement in case some of you forgot-
‘Happy Tastes Good,’ 24.25 x 21.25”, enamel and acrylic paint on masonite. Inspired by Dairy Queen advertising - As I was enjoying my DQ Blizzard I was reminded on the wrapper that happy tastes good… and they might be right, but let’s also not forget about the Oreos too!
If you are interested in purchasing this fine sign the…
Read MoreWorking on some new signs this week. I’ve been getting some inquiries lately about pricing (must be something in the air?) so I’ll start being more forthright about the cost for each work… if one is interested.
And for those of you who are interested…
Read MoreNew donut magnet art for sale heading to I Like You - MN this week! Sweet and savory! Show the world that you’ve got great taste!!
6” diameter. Acrylic, latex, and enamel paint on masonite, magnets.
Please contact I Like You for more information regarding availability.
On April 18, 2023 I purchased a framed painting (print on canvas) from St. Vincent de Paul- Twin Cities Thrift Store at 2939 12th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407. The image depicts an idyllic mountainous landscape with a family of deer standing in the foreground by the edge of a clear blue lake. No signature.
My research online of the work led me to discover that the picture is based on an oil painting by the artist Albert Bierstadt…
New sign painting - COFFEE- signs are finished and heading to I-Like-You-MN for purchase.... a measly 20 bucks!! 6x6” each, enamel + acrylic paint on masonite, magnets on back…
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