Sign Painter/Photographer
Signs Unique, owned by Tricia O'Neill, specializes in hand painted and computer generated lettering, signs, painted wall murals and gold leaf work. Signs Unique is a woman owned, and operated, full service Sign Shop located in Gloucester, MA
Tricia is also a photographer, graduated from The Museum School/Tufts with a BFA with a major in photo.
Keywords: hand painted, hand lettering, gold leaf, sign artist, murals, wall lettering, photographer, photography, weddings, portraits
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1987
What is your primary product or service?
Both signs--sign painting or vinyl graphics--and I am also a photographer specializing in event photography and portraiture.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Became interested in photography in Junior High School and studied sign painting in Boston at Butera School of Art in the early 80's.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
In the sign business the differentiation is that I still do a lot of hand lettering, in fact did all of the hand lettering in Fenway Park during their renovations from 2006-2011. My company continues to use traditional techniques while also incorporating newer technologies.
In the photography business the differentiation would be that I actually studied photography and got my BFA in this medium. My fine art photography continually informs my more commercial work.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I am located in Gloucester and don't have plans for any large expansions. Both of my businesses are more intimate and individual than larger companies and that is how I'd like to keep it.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I am located in Gloucester and would connect with people individually as to where we meet as the need arises.
What type of payments do you accept?
Checks, cash, visa and master card
Which areas do you service?
The Greater Boston area and beyond. Have traveled as far as Greece to paint a mural!
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I do.
What are your hours of operation?
Custom
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That they enjoyed working together and are pleased with the service and product they received.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Once we accept our limits, we go beyond them.
Albert Einstein