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The inspiration for the signs featured in
Rowmark's gallery come from many places and many
voices.
Each design we've included in our Gallery
revealed itself, layer by layer. From a single
point of inspiration, messages took form and
colors and textures emerged. Sometimes the work
took shape as planned. Other times mistakes
became discoveries. The effect was the same. An
original work created from familiar materials. |
| We hope the designs we've included inspire
you to experiment with Rowmark materials and to
share examples of your work with others. We'd
love to hear about your inspirations and
creative applications. |
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| The Making of
Spencer Tracey |
"Originality
is nothing but judicious imitation." - Voltaire
Jim Sadler, Rowmark's Graphics and Product
Design Manager, takes you through the process
used to create this sign and provides practical
tips to help you master these techniques. |
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| Mark Twain: The Anatomy of
Smoking |
"Creativity
requires the freedom to consider "unthinkable"
alternatives, to doubt the worth of cherished
practices." - John W. Gardner
The ideas for these signs came from a variety of
sources. Here, Jim Sadler takes you through the
process of creating this sign. We hope you learn
new techniques along the way. |
| The Making of Tennyson |
"Technique
alone is never enough. You have to have
passion." - Raymond Chandler Jim Sadler draws inspiration from the English
poet Alfred Tennyson, laser cutting and
Flexibrass. Take a look at the results. |
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| I Can't Believe It |
"Style
is the hallmark of a temperament stamped upon
the material at hand." - Andre Maurois Design to inspire and instruct, each sign
features familiar Rowmark materials in a unique
way. With this sign, Jim Sadler is "ready for
some football." |
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| The Making of Sir Winston
Churchill |
"Inspirations
never go in for long engagements; they demand
immediate marriage to attention." - Brendan
Francis With this article, Jim Sadler looks at laser
photography and Winston Churchill. |
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