Signmaking & Wayfinding
Master the art of community signage that builds neighborhood character while serving practical wayfinding and organizational needs. Learn to create signs that range from tactical urbanism interventions to permanent community infrastructure, always considering cultural context and local humor. Start with vinyl lettering fundamentals and basic mounting techniques, progressing through screen printing, stenciling, and weatherproofing methods for outdoor installations. Practice typography principles that prioritize readability while reflecting local identity, including multilingual considerations for English and Assamese text. Develop skills in materials assessment (corrugated plastic, aluminum composite, marine plywood) and installation methods that range from temporary zip-tie mounting to permanent hardware systems. Create signs that serve multiple purposes: internal space organization and safety instructions for alwaysbecooking facilities, neighborhood wayfinding that helps residents navigate local resources, creative interventions that bring humor and character to everyday spaces (like "Dog Library: Take a stick, leave a stick"), and tactical urbanism projects that advocate for community needs while respecting legal boundaries. Connect signmaking to broader community goals through documentation of local places and traditions, preservation of neighborhood character during development pressures, and creation of welcoming multilingual spaces that honor linguistic diversity. Master both digital workflows (vinyl cutting, large format printing) and traditional hand-lettered techniques that reflect regional artistic traditions and personal craftsmanship values.