> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://bl.ag/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Letterheads 2016: Greetings from Amsterdam - URL: https://bl.ag/letterheads-2016-greetings-from-amsterdam/ - Published: 2016-09-07T10:58:31.000Z - Updated: 2024-01-09T05:49:37.000Z - Description: International Letterheads meet in Amsterdam featuring Heineken brewery mural, window splashes, and more. - Author: Better Letters - Tags: Events, Letterheads Last month saw over 150 letterheads from five continents (25+ countries) descend on the beautiful city of Amsterdam for three days of learning, lettering and networking. Hosted by the [Amsterdam Sign Painters](https://www.signpaintersandco.com/?ref=bl.ag), it was an incredible event with over 20 workshops covering everything from window splashes, to chrome lettering and distressed signs. These were followed by a free for all on the final day where all sorts of vehicles and other blank canvasses were provided for people to let their brushes loose on. When [Monocle Magazine Met the Letterheads](https://vimeo.com/204338579?ref=bl.ag). The following are some of the photos and videos I captured at 'Greetings from Amsterdam', and you can find more via [#Letterheads2016 on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/letterheads2016/?ref=bl.ag). Massive thanks to Miranda, Jasper, and all the Amsterdam Sign Painters for making the 2016 meet a showstopper! Find [more Letterheads event reviews](https://bl.ag/tag/letterheads/) here at bl.ag online, check out [forthcoming events](https://bl.ag/eventlistings/), and [subscribe](https://bl.ag/#/portal/signup) to receive news of future meets. ![Pierre Tardif’s showcard used for t-shirts and other printed materials across the meet.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-01.jpg) Pierre Tardif’s showcard used for t-shirts and other printed materials across the meet. ![I knew I was at the right place for the opening night party when I spotted the Amsterdam Sign Painters’ bike.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-02.jpg) I knew I was at the right place for the opening night party when I spotted the Amsterdam Sign Painters’ bike. ![The 3D letters workshop also introduced some gilding techniques.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-04.jpg) The 3D letters workshop also introduced some gilding techniques. ![Mike Meyer’s window splash workshop ran over two days.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-05-1024x567.jpg) Mike Meyer’s window splash workshop ran over two days. New to BLAG (Better letters Magazine) and enjoying this article?[ Sign up now for a free subscription](https://bl.ag/#/portal/signup) to unlock even more sign painting resources and the latest news. ![Work in progress on the multiple window splashes at the Volkshotel.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-06-1024x568.jpg) Work in progress on the multiple window splashes at the Volkshotel. ![Think of the obvious and do the opposite.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-06a-1024x596.jpg) Think of the obvious and do the opposite. ![Pierre Tardif did a workshop on layout, and brought along a folder full of work to show.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-08.jpg) Pierre Tardif did a workshop on layout, and brought along a folder full of work to show. ![High on Type ran a brightly-coloured and playful poster workshop.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-10.jpg) High on Type ran a brightly-coloured and playful poster workshop. ![Jeff Devey ran a chrome lettering workshop.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-11-1024x701.jpg) Jeff Devey ran a chrome lettering workshop. ![Jeff Devey also ran the truck lettering workshop.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-12-1024x748.jpg) Jeff Devey also ran the truck lettering workshop. ![There were various vehicles to letter, including this one done by Pierre Tardif.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-13-768x1024.jpg) There were various vehicles to letter, including this one done by Pierre Tardif. ![Scott Martin got busy on the Amsterdam Sign Painters’ van.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-14.jpg) Scott Martin got busy on the Amsterdam Sign Painters’ van. ![David Kynaston also had a bash on the van.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-15-1024x615.jpg) David Kynaston also had a bash on the van. ![And on the other side of the van Jeff Devey was hard at work.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-16.jpg) And on the other side of the van Jeff Devey was hard at work. ![Across the whole meet (and a bit after) work was in progress on a large mural at the entrance to the Heineken Brewery.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-17-1024x768.jpg) Across the whole meet (and a bit after) work was in progress on a large mural at the entrance to the Heineken Brewery. ![The mural was designed by the Amsterdam Sign Painters, with painting led by Nancy Bennett. This face was painted by Andrew Patrick Henry.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-18.jpg) The mural was designed by the Amsterdam Sign Painters, with painting led by Nancy Bennett. This face was painted by Andrew Patrick Henry. ![Best Dressed Signs got the chance to paint some of the lettering on the mural.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-19.jpg) Best Dressed Signs got the chance to paint some of the lettering on the mural. ![I even got to put brush to wall for the first time, and did the very important pipes that make up the border.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-20.jpg) I even got to put brush to wall for the first time, and did the very important pipes that make up the border. ![Cheers!](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-21-1024x624.jpg) Cheers! ![The final day at Roest was a great chance to see everyone for one last time before the post-meet blues set in.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2016-Letterheads-Amsterdam-22-1024x662.jpg) The final day at Roest was a great chance to see everyone for one last time before the post-meet blues set in. ![I got to walk around Amsterdam a bit and got another photo of one of my favourite ghost signs from the city.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-Cafe-Slutterij-3.jpg) I got to walk around Amsterdam a bit and got another photo of one of my favourite ghost signs from the city. ![This is one of the many ghost signs in Amsterdam, and across the Netherlands, that have been repainted.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-YPMA-1-739x1024.jpg) This is one of the many ghost signs in Amsterdam, and across the Netherlands, that have been repainted. ![I also spotted this W on a cafe window.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-Cafe-Wiener-2-1024x603.jpg) I also spotted this W on a cafe window. ![And this M, part of a massive piece of public lettering that spells Amsterdam in the glass roof of Central Station](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-Central-Station-1-1024x651.jpg) And this M, part of a massive piece of public lettering that spells Amsterdam in the glass roof of Central Station ![This is the fascia of a bicycle shop that also features some Amsterdam Curly Letters on the window.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-Poortije-2-1024x522.jpg) This is the fascia of a bicycle shop that also features some Amsterdam Curly Letters on the window. ![An example of the Amsterdam Curly Letter which we were introduced to by Ramiro Espinoza, author of the brilliant book on the subject.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-Poortije-3-1024x488.jpg) An example of the Amsterdam Curly Letter which we were introduced to by Ramiro Espinoza, author of the brilliant book on the subject. ![Detail of some of those Amsterdam Curly Letters.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Amsterdam-Poortije-4-1024x763.jpg) Detail of some of those Amsterdam Curly Letters. ![And finally, on the way home, the sign that made me laugh the most, spotted at Brussels station.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/24/aa/24aaa208-ebb0-4f83-bc52-1f4f253367c8/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Brussels-Museum.jpg) And finally, on the way home, the sign that made me laugh the most, spotted at Brussels station. 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