“Meet at the White Stag Tavern” was possible because a signpainter painted a white stag on a sign.
We underestimate the importance and value of craftspeople constantly.
It’s artist, yes absolutely.
But it’s not just that: they’re a master artist. A craftsperson. A skilled artisan.
A worker, worthy of respect and pay and societal value.
We have to remember those things are our truths, when faced with so much artificiality.
“Meet at the White Stag Tavern” was possible because a signpainter painted a white stag on a sign.
We underestimate the importance and value of craftspeople constantly.
There is honor and power in naming the crafts and trades.
This craft is called signpainting.
They are more than just an artist. They are a craftsperson who practices a skilled trade.
They are workers too. And deserve every bit of the respect of a steelworker or a teamster.
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There is honor and power in naming the crafts and trades.
This craft is called signpainting.
They are more than just an artist. They are a craftsperson who practices a skilled trade.
They are workers too. And deserve every bit of the respect of a steelworker or a teamster.
Going by the lettering of his axe, he needed to get paid and out of town before the paint dried.
Great message, terrible lettering by any standard.
Going by the lettering of his axe, he needed to get paid and out of town before the paint dried.
Great message, terrible lettering by any standard.
His is a story of love, passion, and most importantly, family.
My feature on 'Signpainter Joe' for @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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His is a story of love, passion, and most importantly, family.
My feature on 'Signpainter Joe' for @heraldscotland.bsky.social
Link below...