I usually start with an antique or vintage panel, strip it of most of its many paint layers, then let creativity be my guide. These signs can be customized to say anything you want. My husband, who also does blacksmithing, and I were hired to make two signs, each featuring an aged metal cut-out (one of a ship, the other of a donkey) with appropriate wording. Both are shown below. Again, I use only oil paints on these and outdoor signs are weather protected with exterior spar varnish.
Custom orders are welcome! Call or email me with your specifications.