Hand Lettering: Theater Signage

I was raised on musical theater and grew up belting out show tunes in school plays and at drama camp. That's right. I went to drama camp. Ok. Stop laughing, 'cause it was so much more fun than camping or fishing, or whatever else you're supposed to do at regular sleepaway camp. Anyway... I've been working behind the scenes with Papermill Playouse for the past 5 seasons drawing hand lettered show titles.
It's a fun way to still be involved in the theater without ever having to get on stage. Has anyone out there seen this? I'm hoping to catch it when it comes to Papermill Playhouse later this year.
Who didn't want to be "bad Sandy" when they were a little girl? Lord knows I did, despite a lecture from my cousin about how you should never change who you are to win a fella's heart. Whatevs. I just wanted to strut around in those tight, shiny pants.
Your prayers have been answered.
I've been singing Honey Bun to Francie for DAYS since working on this. Poor, little Francie.
(Francie)

Hand Lettered Wedding Signage

Here are some finishes from a lettering project for a wedding. The client gave no direction, so I did what I usually end up doing in these situations and kind of watched as the ideas took form on the screen. I can't really explain it how it happens. I don't sketch out ideas and rarely look at inspiration when I'm working on something personal. I know, I know - I'm supposed to be getting all romantic and shit about my influences and inspiration so I sound legit. But more often than not, that's not how it works for me. It's like I draw upon all the things I already have floating around in my brain and come up with something that surprises even me. If only I could do this for most jobs! Anyway, this was so much fun to work on. (The client was very happy with them, BTW)

Francie!

I'm not obsessed with my delectable, teeny-tiny, superstar of a chihuahua.
No, not at all.
Those of you who've met her will totally understand.
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