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History of Dave’s Signs

It’s rare, these days, to find an industry professional who spends his entire career focused on one medium of design. Dave is one of those few. Yet when you see him talk about signs, it’s hard to believe he’s been creating them for over 25 years. His eyes still light up when he talks about the considerations involved in designing a sign, as if all these years of practice has made the trade even more interesting.

Back in 1992, Dave started out in a loft / work-space off the avenue in Ventura, with paint brushes and a surfboard. He’d often be found intensely focused on his latest design, determined to finish in time to catch the evening glass off.

During that time, trade schools still had programs specifically for “sign guys.” The entire program was around hand-lettering, and covered design elements from harmony and balance to color combinations and creations. Some of you may remember the days when every price in the grocery store could be found on a hand-painted sign. Each grocery store had their own sign-guy in the back, working to make sure these prices were correct.

Of course, these days are long-over. The transition was taking place just as Dave graduated from trade school, and he rode the transition as eagerly as he rode the waves. He found that while the computer made everything he did much faster, his experience in hand-lettering amplified his understanding of materials, layout, and design impact. When Dave approaches a storefront, his mind is already designing.

Today, Dave’s Signs has grown from a loft off the avenue into a complex on Thompson that’s as big as a city block. A full tour uncovers a neon workshop, painting warehouse, a wide-format digital printer, layout tables, a CNC routing table, a metal workshop, cranes and boom trucks, and more. The team of professionals at the shop does everything from design and layout, to hand-crafting neon signs, to installing corporate brand campaigns on skyscrapers.

Needless to say, it takes a lot more than paintbrushes and canvass to accomplish everything the team at Dave’s Signs is up to these days.

Dave’s Signs Blog

This is a blog about signs. We highlight the different types of signs: signs we’ve created for our customers, history of sign design and today’s cutting edge sign technologies. Ask a question about signs, and you’ll likely find the answer here.

Case Studies

Spencer Makenzies Neon Sign

Here we go into detail on some of the custom signs we’ve done. Including Spencer Makenzie’s Neon Sign, Topper’s Pizza Neon Signs in the Oxnard Harbor, and The Historic Ventura Pole Sign. Check back with us. We’ll have more case studies of signs posted in the near future.

Custom Signs Near You

Saloon BBQ Custom Sign

We’ve designed, fabricated, installed and serviced signs all over southern California. Here are some highlighted areas near you including Ventura, Oxnard and Santa Barbara. Check back soon for more updates.

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Neon Sign Design Computer

We Make Beautiful Neon Signs in Our On-Site Facility

Dave’s Signs has perfected the art of neon signs. We can handle all sizes of neon signage, from the small intricate signs to the eye-catching, large neon signs. Ask us for a personalized quote or contact us for any questions you may have about neon signage.

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Dave’s Signs Makes Custom Office Signs

Whether you need a lobby sign, directional signage or ADA signs, Dave’s Signs can help you with all your office sign needs. We can use your logo and create a beautiful, distinctive sign for your office. We can also create custom building directory signs, suite signs, and directional signs to give the building a unique unified theme. Call us today to help you with all your office sign needs.

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Custom Sign Design Grove Avenue