Coffee With a Sign Painter Sign Painter Bob Dewhurst: Ten Years After
Jun 24, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Bob Dewhurst, a seasoned sign painter with over 50 years of experience living off-grid in Goldfield, Nevada, shares his journey and insights. He reflects on how the sign painting industry has evolved and the importance of resilience while adapting to a self-sufficient lifestyle. They discuss the dangers of virtual disconnection, the impact of COVID-19 on communication, and the value of mentorship in the sign painting community. Bob also delves into the joys of rural life, highlighting creativity and freedom in his artistic endeavors.
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Off-Grid Move Became A Creative Opportunity
- Bob moved off-grid to rural Nevada, bought land, and lives without electricity while growing fruit and raising goats.
- He still finds steady sign work remotely, including ghost town restorations and Vegas tattoo jobs.
Supply Shapes Material Choices
- One-shot style paints vary and availability shifts market habits for sign painters.
- Bob buys Ronan one-stroke in gallons to stabilize supply and pricing for heavy use.
A Truck That Keeps The Work Rolling
- Bob still drives his high-mileage truck and rebuilt its engine to stay mobile for remote jobs.
- The truck lettering attracts clients and keeps him connected while living far from towns.
