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DAVID A. SMITH

Glass, gold, and design brought to life by skilled hands.
Signs, drawings, and mirrors crafted with timeless detail.

A world recognised designer with a unique traditional style

I’m a Signwriter, glass gilder and designer. Known for my designs for John Mayer, David Beckham and world famous tattooists like Nikko Hurtado.

I’ve also worked with the biggest global brands like Disney, Sony, Facebook and Jameson Whiskey, It was a huge honour in 2019 to be awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth ll.

About David

Teaching the craft to thousands around the world

For many years I have been running in person workshops, the demand has far outweighed my availability so I have condensed over 50 hours of signwriting and glass gilding techniques so you can create these 12 beautiful letters step by step.

Online Courses

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Featured Films

The Making of Ludlow & Blunt

Behind the scenes documentary, creating an ornamental, handcrafted advertising glass sign for the world famous vintage barbershop Ludlow & Blunt based in Brooklyn, New York.

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Facebook

Teaching Facebook staff how to water gild and create glass signs

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John Mayer’s ‘Born & Raised’ Artwork

David recently produced a wonderful turn-of-the-century, trade-card styled album cover for popular American singer/songwriter John Mayer.

People

The Great American Sigwriting Tour Of 2025

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Step By Step Workshops

Mastering The Art of Glass Gilding: A Complete Beginners Guide.

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People

Remembering Rick Glawson

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Turn Of The Century

5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Glue Chipping

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Turn Of The Century

A Journey Through the History of Glue Chipping Glass

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Turn Of The Century

Memories of Michelin House: a London marvel

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