Snow King Motel Glowing Neon Sign Painting

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting by Borbay

My fascination with neon continues… introducing, the Snow King Motel… a glowing gem, nestled at the foot of Snow King mountain.

Snow King Motel Sign Photograph by Borbay

Before I left Teton Village in December, I made note of this sign. As it happens, I found myself strolling by on an unseasonably warm day in March, armed with my camera. Yes I did. I shot em’.

And now… the entire process, captured in time-lapse, and narrated by yours truly.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

Stark, basic outlines… capture the gesture and go.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

Orange you glad to see an underpainting? Don’t roll your eyes at me.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

Mmmm… cadmium red medium for good measure.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

I loved the natural cloud drama… so I went with it.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

Drawing the letters, and blacking out the rest… time-consuming, but necessary… and since I’m a Virgo… fun.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

Really focusing on the spectrum of glowing tones… there are many strange colors to behold… grey, purple, pink, mint green.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting Process by Borbay

Once those tubes are popped and the reflective light hits the trees… it’s time to sign. I share this photo to contrast with the professional capture by my local go-to, Jeffrey Kaphan.

Snow King Motel Neon Sign Painting by Borbay

Boom! I’m delighted to report, I have another gigantic neon (4’X4′) of the 4-Winds under way… as well as four commissions. More to come.

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