Race car lettering
Curious...I'm an old school signpainter, thinking about getting back into hand lettering.
How many racers on here would go with paint instead of vinyl lettering if it were available? Just putting it out there to get an idea whether I should get my brushes out of mothballs. Todd |
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Hello Todd,
My name is Bruce Deveau and I'm speaking as someone who is getting out of hand lettering race cars...mostly because I don't have time anymore, but also because I broke my wrist and can't letter any more. But I can shed some light on the situation. Over the years more racers have gone with vinyl mostly for cost and convenience. There is also a trend in recent years of wild paint jobs that have little or no lettering, particularly on dragsters. But there remains a portion that will always prefer paint. These will be the high end customers who will tend to spend more. You will need high end skills regarding design and techniques, such as gold leaf and airbrushing. it will also help to be close with those who are painting the cars. Many painters are dying for a good letterer/striper to finish their work. You will be expected to work crazy hours and work under pressure because the lettering is usually the last thing to get done before going to the track. The chassis guy will take years; the engine guy will have all the time in the world; the paint and body will go on forever; but the letterer gets the pressure. Most of your work will be in conjuction with designers (if you are not designing yourself) and painters. There is also a market for window numbers. You will also benefit from spending time at the track. Most racers will want to know you are trustworthy before giving you their pride and joy. Hope that helps. you can send me a PM if you have more questions. Bruce |
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Bruce Is my car done yet? lol |
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Don't care who does it, shelf paper just doesn't look like paint.
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There will always be a need for a man who can hold a brush.
Get yourself out there, expand your skill and talent. Computers and graphics programs are your friend. |
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I would love to get mine painted on - all except for changing class by moving around with weight or the dreaded AHFS - LOL I would still do it if I had a phone # number and could schedule it to be done at a race Ron |
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