University Art in San Jose was our last independent Art Store in the South Bay. And it’s gone now. 20ish [Read More]
This site documents the disappearing vintage signage of San Jose, California, captured through Urban Sketches. Know of a sign I haven’t sketched yet? Or a story connected to a sign? I’d love to hear from you. Use the contact page and get in touch.
Posts tagged vintage
Vintage Signs of San Jose: The Book
It’s finally here! The book Sign of the Times is here. Over 80 urban sketches of vintage neon signs. Sketched over [Read More]
5 Spot
Now renamed 5 Spot Chivas Grill, this restaurant was built in 1931, and may be the oldest drive-in restaurant in [Read More]
Empty Signs V: Ken Ying Low Chop Suey Restaurant
I sketched this “empty sign” in San Jose’s Japantown years ago, before I knew it’s [Read More]
Hotel Sainte Claire
San Jose's "Million Dollar Hotel", the Sainte Claire.
O.C. McDonald Plumbing
Oh See! O.C. McDonald's !!