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3rd Semester 8-Week Sign Painting (Every WEDNESDAY January 6, 2027- February 24, 2027) 8am-2pm $800 for 8 weeks
Updated: Oct 6
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HAND PAINTING WORKSHOPS
SMART ALEX HAND-PAINTED SIGNS
3rd Semester 8-Week Sign Painting Course
Meets EVERY WEDNESDAY
January 6, 2027 -
February 24, 2027
(8:00am - 2:00pm)
Fee: $800.00 for 8 Weeks
3rd Semester
8-Week Sign Painting
Every Wednesday January 6, 2027 - February 24, 2027 (8:00am - 2:00pm)
$800 for 8 weeks
Enrollment Requirement: Prerequisite of 2nd Semester
Instruction covers the use of Specialized Tools and Materials used to produce Window Signs using 1shot Lettering Enamel. Training includes painting on Exterior and Reverse Windows. In addition, students will paint a Temporary Splash Window.
Lunch 11:30am-12:15pm.
$800 total for 8-Weeks.
Location address in Huntington Beach, Orange County
Traditional Window Sign Painting Tools & Materials
At SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SIGN PAINTING WORKSHOPS COMPANY – a Division of Smart Alex Hand-Painted Signs, the 3rd Semester course introduces students to the specialized tools and materials used for hand-painted window signs, including 1 Shot Lettering Enamel.
Through hands-on instruction, students learn how traditional sign painting materials are selected, handled, and applied to glass to create professional lettering and graphic work.
Hands-On Exterior Glass Lettering
Students in the 3rd Semester course receive practical instruction in exterior window sign painting. Training focuses on preparing the glass, positioning the design, applying lettering and graphics, and developing proper paint-handling techniques. This hands-on practice gives students experience creating traditional signs intended for exterior-facing windows.
Learning the Art of Reverse Glass Painting
Reverse window painting is another important technique covered during the course. Students learn how to construct lettering and artwork from the opposite side of the glass, requiring careful planning and an understanding of how the finished image will appear from the viewing side. This traditional method gives students additional experience working with glass and 1 Shot Lettering Enamel.
Temporary Splash Window Sign Exercise
The course also gives students an opportunity to create a Temporary Splash Window. This hands-on project allows students to practice temporary window graphics while working on layout, lettering, paint application, and overall presentation. The exercise helps students apply traditional sign painting techniques to a practical window-sign application.
Learn from Alex Kurakake
CLICK TO WATCH VIDEO
Alex Kurakake is a Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (LATTC) alumnus, founder of Smart Alex Signs, a hand-painted sign company, and the creator of SoCal Sign Painting Workshops in Huntington Beach, Orange County, Southern California.
In this video, get to know your instructor and learn more about Alex’s passion for the craft of traditional sign painting.
Is the 3rd Semester Course Right for You?
The 3rd Semester course is designed for students who have successfully completed the required 2nd Semester prerequisite and are ready to continue developing their traditional sign painting skills. The training may be useful for students interested in:
Traditional sign painting
Hand-painted signage
Window lettering
Exterior window painting
Reverse glass sign painting
1 Shot Lettering Enamel
Commercial window signage
Traditional sign painting techniques
Hands-on professional sign painting skills
Building on Your 2nd Semester Sign Painting Training
The 3rd Semester 8-Week Sign Painting Course builds upon the skills developed during the required 2nd Semester Sign Painting Course, which was held from October 28, 2026 through December 16, 2026. Students entering the 3rd Semester continue their education with a foundation in traditional sign painting tools, materials, and techniques.
During the 2nd Semester, students learned to work with 1 Shot Lettering Enamel while painting on different sign substrates, including plywood and aluminum. Instruction covered Sign Layout & Design, Blending, Convex and Beveled Letters, and Faux Marble techniques.
Students also completed a hands-on final project consisting of a 2' x 3' plywood sign, giving them practical experience they can carry into the next semester of training at SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SIGN PAINTING WORKSHOPS COMPANY – a Division of Smart Alex Hand-Painted Signs.
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