Start Your Sign Painting Journey with the Fundamentals of Brush Control course
Do you want to give it a go to signwriting but you don’t know where to start? Start here, learn the essential brush control skills every beginner needs.
This online sign painting course will help you master brush control, strokes, paint consistency, and traditional signwriting techniques that are the foundation for creating beautiful hand-painted signs.
Fundamentals of Brush Control Online Sign Painting Course for Beginners
This course is the cornerstone of your sign painting journey.
Designed for beginners, it teaches the essential brush control techniques you need to create clean, professional strokes.
16 HD videos
Full of tips & tricks and packed with step-by-step instructions
Workbook
Printable workbook with +28 pages and 15 basic strokes
Bonus content
Dive deeper with additional and exclusive material
Life access
You can watch all the videos at your own pace, and as many times as you like
What You’ll Learn in This Online Signwriting Course
By completing the Fundamentals of Brush Control course, you will:
- Gain confidence in holding and moving the lettering brush.
- Master core strokes that form the foundation of all signwriting styles.
- Understand paint consistency, brush loading, and flow for smooth, professional strokes.
- Build rhythm, muscle memory, and brush control for precision.
- Apply your skills to create basic shapes and lines used in traditional hand-painted signs.
This course is designed to give beginners a strong foundation in sign painting. Each lesson combines clear video demonstrations with practical exercises, so you can practice at your own pace and see real progress quickly.
student testimonials
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“This online course is fantastic! I’m only 7 days in and already seeing real progress with my brush control. I’ve been following Joha’s method using my Kafka #7 and 1Shot paint, and it feels great to finally understand the basics. The videos are very professional, clear, and easy to follow, and I like that I can rewatch them whenever I need to. I’m so grateful to have found this course, it’s exactly what I was looking for,
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“I was a complete beginner and honestly a bit nervous, but this course breaks everything down so well. I’d recommend it to anyone interested in learning sign painting from scratch. The lessons are beautifully produced, and the practice sheets are excellent. Joha explains everything in detail, from brush prep and posture to handling paint with confidence. It feels like having a one-on-one at home, but at your own pace.”
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“This course has been the perfect way to start my sign painting journey. The step-by-step videos are clear and packed with useful tips, and the workbook gives me structured exercises to build my skills. I’ve already noticed more confidence in my strokes, and I like being able to go back to the lessons anytime. Joha is such a supportive teacher and her passion really comes through. I’d highly recommend this course to beginners.”
Why Brush Control is the first step in Signwriting: Build Confidence with every stroke
Every hand painted letter, from casual to block or decorative styles, starts with brush control. Without it, strokes can look uneven or shaky, and letters lose their shape. With solid brush technique, you can confidently move on to any lettering style.
As I always say from my professional work: “This is the same training I use myself on shopfront projects and bespoke signs across Ireland.”
This course gives you the practical training to master brush control through:
- Step-by-step HD video lessons: Clear demonstrations to guide every stroke.
- Interactive exercises: Practice drills to strengthen your precision and consistency.
- Printable workbook: 28+ pages covering 15 essential brush strokes.
- Bonus content: Extra tips and techniques to deepen your learning.
- Lifetime access: Revisit the lessons anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace.
By the end of this section of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skill to move your brush with control, laying a strong foundation for all traditional signwriting techniques.
Tools and Materials You Need for Sign Painting Practice
You don’t need a full workshop to start learning traditional signwriting.
For this course, all you need is a few essential tools to begin practicing brush control:
- Lettering brush: Recommendations included in the course.
- Smooth paper: Perfect for practicing strokes and shapes.
- Paint or medium: Enamel paint or similar is ideal for beginners.
- Optional: A mahlstick to support your hand and improve stability.
This simple setup allows you to focus on mastering brush technique, building confidence, and creating your first hand-painted shapes.
Who this Brush Control Course is Perfect for?
This course is ideal for anyone looking to start their sign painting journey:
- Complete beginners: Those who want to learn traditional signwriting from the ground up.
- Artists and designers: Explore hand-painted lettering techniques to expand your creative skills.
- Hobbyists: A fun and rewarding way to practice brush control and hand-lettering.
- Aspiring professionals: Build a solid foundation in brush technique before moving on to more advanced styles.
If you’ve always admired hand-painted signs and wondered where to start, this course gives you the skills, confidence, and practice you need to begin creating beautiful, professional-quality letters.
Meet Your Instructor
Joha Muñe, Traditional Signwriter & Gilder
I’m Joha, a professional signwriter and gilder based in Northern Ireland. Over the years, I’ve worked on projects for clients like the Bank of Ireland, Titanic Distillers, and countless bespoke shopfronts across Ireland.
In this course, I share the same brush control and traditional signwriting techniques I use in my professional work. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an aspiring sign painter, you’ll benefit from my hands-on experience, tips, and insights gained from years of creating hand-painted signs.
Start Your Sign Painting Journey Today
Take the first step toward mastering brush control and creating beautiful hand-painted signs. The Fundamentals of Brush Control course gives you everything you need to begin your sign painting journey
videos
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workbook
£125.00
Frequently asked questions about
This signwriting course Fundamentals of brush control
When does the course start and finish?
Do I need any experience to join this signwriting course?
No experience is required! This course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn traditional signwriting starting with the basics of brush control.
What tools and materials do I need?
You only need a chisel brush, smooth paper, a pencil and paint to get started. All recommendations are included in the course.
How long will I have access to the course?
You’ll have lifetime access to all lessons, the workbook, and bonus content, so you can practice at your own pace. You can revisit and watch the videos as many times as you need.
How long does the course take to complete?
Is this course suitable if I want to become a professional sign painter?
In which languages is the course available?
Can I really learn sign painting online?
With clear video lessons, a printable workbook, and practical exercises, this online signwriting course gives you the same foundations you’d learn in an in-person workshop with the flexibility to practice at home.
