How to Write Signs, Tickets and Posters

How to Write Signs, Tickets, and Posters is a timeless guide to the art of signmaking, ticket writing and poster designing. From advertising to painting and lettering, this clear and concise handbook covers everything a signmaker needs to know.

First published in 1902, Paul Hasluck’s concise guide is one of his most famous works, still providing excellent advice and guidance to novice and expert signmakers alike. Born in 1854, Hasluck was an Australian journalist and engineer that produced a collection of do-it-yourself guides and a master of technical handbooks.

This volume contains a wealth of information and illustrations. The contents include:
- ‘The Formation of Letters, Stops, and Numerals’
- ‘Making Sign-boards and Laying Ground Colours’
- ‘Shaded and Fancy Lettering’
- ‘Painting a Sign-board’
- ‘Poster-Painting’


Republished by Read & Co. Books, How to Write Signs, Tickets and Posters is a classic do-it-yourself guide, complete with original illustrations and diagrams. An essential volume for those who love to produce their own handiwork or are looking to learn a new skill.