Thursday, January 06, 2011

Glow in the Dark

GVI’s blog: Glow in the Dark
Neon creates its own fantasy world. I think that electric glow carries its own magic. Certainly draws your eye.


Tuesday, January 04, 2011

Twin Cities' man's craft helps keep neon lights glowing









This month marks 100 years since the art of neon lighting was first introduced to the world. The glowing signs and displays became a cultural phenomenon in the United States in the early part of the 20th century.


Name In Lights: More Money For Museum Of Neon

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Gloworama kicks off an electrifying New Year in downtown Houston


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In the Glow

Mezzo owner trying new venture with Hubbard Grille in Rosendales space in Short North




Search for a home for the UGM sign

Rose Bowl Artist

TCU Rose Bowl Sign

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one of the most well-known sports facility facades, "Rose Bowl" glows
in neon on the front of the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California.

Read more: http://www.star-telegram.com/2010/12/31/2736832/rose-bowl-artist.html#ixzz1A1Ftetg5

Save Star Trek ... The Sign?

It's the last remaining artifact from the Hilton Las Vegas experience
Save Star Trek ... The Sign?

More than 40 years ago, Bjo Trimble led a nation of "Star Trek" fans to convince NBC to save their show.


Now Vernon Wilmer wants to follow in those footsteps, but for a slightly different cause.


Wilmer, a former employee of Star Trek: The Experience at the Las Vegas Hilton, says a sign outside the hotel is still advertising the attraction that closed in 2008. Before Hilton decides to finally rip it down, Wilmer wants to save it one way or another.


The Neon Sign Museum Illuminates Vegas' History

The Neon Sign Museum Illuminates Vegas' History

Miles from the glitz, glamour and flashing lights of Las Vegas lies the Neon Boneyard, where neon signs saved from the trash heap go to cash in their chips.

ABC Electric To Close Doors

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A Chadron business that has been in the same location since the late 1940s will be closing its doors