Annabel Lee Tavern gets a new hand rail

Annabel Lee Tavern is a little tavern located a bit off the beaten path in the Canton area of Baltimore City...and they now have a new hand rail by local blacksmith Randy Slaysman of Slaysman Forge. The custom hand-crafted steel railing features a creepy tree right out of a Poe story.

The hand cap is custom forged cold rolled steel that has the appearance of a bygone era. My favorite feature is the blood red, scripty letter "A" that greets each patron. It grabs your attention and guides you up the stairs. The tavern has a fine reputation for food and now is the home to one the most interesting hand rails in East Baltimore.

Old Baltimore Studios

I found these photo cards in a dank east Baltimore basement. Check out the scripted logos - a very nice hand style that is worth noting. I wonder if they're still around...Perkins on 311 E. Baltimore St. & Hueller Studio 160 South Broadway.

Part 2. New Bertha's Mussels Sign

New Bertha's Mussels Sign

I'm working on a new sign for Bertha's Mussels in Fells Point. Here are 2 potential sketches. They are designed to be built with distressed wood and fatigued metal. Details will be carved in wood and cut from sheet steel. Color renderings will be uploaded soon...

Design A Soccer Jersey Contest

Ever want to design a soccer jersey? Here's your chance. GK1 Soccer is holding a contest to design a goalkeeper jersey. Download the entry form below.

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"SOPHIE" Font

SOPHIE is a new font inspired by my daughter. Perhaps I'll build the font if there is any interest.

Hand Cut Wood Stencil

I made this for my daughter "SOPHIE". I sketched the letters on a piece of Ash wood and used a jigsaw and drill to cut them out.  I'll be uploading the prints I made for her room soon. I actually like the stencil better than the prints...