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Mastering the Art of Signwriting offers step-by-step Online Tuition alongside In-person Workshops, designed to help lettering artists develop and refine their signwriting skills.
The Online Courses feature clear, progressive video modules, beginning with essential Foundational Skills, then moving into Advanced and Professional Techniques. It’s the perfect course for anyone looking to take their signwriting to the next level.
In-person Weekend Signwriting Workshops and Gold Leaf Retreats are held around the globe, providing hands-on tuition to small groups of enthusiastic students in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment.
Despite the rise of digital signage, the artistry of hand-painted signs continues to thrive. With practice, creativity, and a commitment to craftsmanship, signwriting remains both a fulfilling art form and a viable profession.
online courses
Mastering the Art of Signwriting is a series of online signwriting courses designed to assist lettering artists to develop and improve their signwriting skills, providing a comprehensive guide to assist you in the process of signwriting with confidence.
There are multiple courses included in the series, covering Foundation Skills, Lettering Skills, Advanced Skills, and Professional Skills. This program is perfect for anyone beginning their sign journey or those looking to take their signwriting skills to the next level.
The Courses are available for purchase one course at a time or as a bundle and all lessons can be completed at your own pace.
course 1 - mastering brush skills
USD 97.00 or Foundation Skills Bundle
course 2 - mastering letter construction
USD 97.00 or 2 Plans Available
course 3 - mastering letter spacing
USD 97.00 or 2 Plans Available
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Foundation Skills Bundle
259USDValid for 12 months- Mastering Brush Skills
- Mastering Letter Construction
- Mastering Letter Spacing
- 12 Month Access to all 3 Courses
Lettering Bundle
169USDValid for 12 months- Mastering Letter Construction
- Mastering Letter Spacing
- 12 Month Access to Courses 2 & 3
in-person workshops
Upcoming In-Person Workshops & Events
2 tickets left3 day glass gilding workshop, leek, staffordshire, uk18 days to the event01 Aug 2025, 9:30 am GMT+1 – 03 Aug 2025, 5:00 pm GMT+1Ruth Tappin Gilding Studio, 31 Compton, Leek ST13 5NJ, UK
the online zoom course i took with liane in 2020 was absolutely critical to my skill development.
i would not be doing this for a living if i hadn't learned from liane.
Jess Marsh, Hired Hand Signs, USA
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Hi, I’m Liane Barker, a Traditional signwriter with over 40 years of hands-on experience in Signwriting and Gold Leaf.
I began my journey in the trade in 1982 alongside my father at Barker Signs, a family business established in 1964 that’s still going strong today. Carrying on his legacy has been one of my greatest joys—and after decades on the brush, I still find magic
in every letter stroke.
Whether I’m teaching online or face-to-face, my goal is to share the skills, traditions, and techniques of this timeless craft in a way that’s clear, inspiring, and fun.
Whether you're just picking up a brush or looking to elevate your practice, I’m here to guide you with tried-and-true methods, gentle encouragement, and a deep love for the art of signwriting.
