One of the features which makes Carters Steam Fair unique is the decoration of its engines, rides and transport with consistently superb signwriting. A large amount of this is the work of Joby Carter and his team.

Joby, who learned his signwriting skills from master craftsman Stan Wilkinson, is concerned that many modern practitioners tend to adopt methods which produce quicker results but are less visually appealing. To counter this trend he is keen to encourage the traditional craft and standards of signwriting.

Joby Carter's 5-day intensive courses cover the basics of fairground art, signwriting, lining, blending, perspective, scrollwork, colour relativity and much more.

CLICK HERE to find out more about fairground art at Carters Steam Fair