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I design and make Custom Wall Art on wood, canvas and paper. Fun things like: Custom Subway Signs, Pet Portraits, Hand-Painted Farmhouse Signs, Social Justice Posters, or Vintage Posters and Prints.
You’ll find cool Personalized Gifts, Home Decor, Michigan Art, colorful Travel Posters, Fine Art Prints, and Canvas Photo Art — all handmade here in the United States.
I create unique artwork for your living room, kitchen, dining room or entryway. Pieces that add new life to your home, apartment, dorm room, studio or office.
Personalized home decor, transit signs, and canvas wall art make delightful gifts. All of my travel art prints, Art Deco posters, and wall signs are made-to-order. Expertly designed and made in the United States on natural wood, durable artist’s canvas or archival paper.
If you don’t see the design or color you want, please ask, I'm happy to help.
I can customize many of my designs just for you.
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I also design funny, irreverent Greeting Cards as my other shop: Smirkantile
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Smirkantile
Browse my on-line store:
www.TransitDesignShop.com
Transit Design has been featured in:
HGTV Magazine, Apartment Therapy, Houzz, Prairie Style, The Washingtonian, Holiday Matinee, Better Living Through Design, and Traverse Magazine.
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Reviews
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candiceland on Sep 24, 2023
5 out of 5 starsGorgeous product with great customer service. Thanks Michael!
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stephanie on Aug 28, 2023
5 out of 5 starsthis is such a special sign! Loved it!
Michael Jon responded on Sep 2, 2023
Thanks so much! I think it's pretty special too. I appreciate your business.
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Tara on May 10, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBright, sharp crisp print with a great message
Michael Jon responded on Jun 13, 2023
This is one of my favorites! So glad you like it. Thank you for supporting my small business.
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Kelly on Aug 26, 2023
5 out of 5 starsSecond time ordering! 🥰
Michael Jon responded on Aug 27, 2023
Thanks so much for your return business - I appreciate your support!
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Jean on Jun 15, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful artwork. I’m having it framed and can’t wait to go pick it up. It will look perfect in our condo on the shores of Lake Michigan!
Michael Jon responded on Aug 27, 2023
So glad you love it! I remember the day I took the photo that served as the inspiration for this design. Thank you!
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masters1 on Jun 15, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAs pictured. Shipped quickly ! Will order more from seller.
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Ana on Jun 14, 2023
5 out of 5 starsLove it! Fits our dining beautifully.
Michael Jon responded on Aug 27, 2023
Thank you for your feedback and for supporting artists like me.
About TransitDesign
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The original Transit design studio in Traverse City, Michigan.
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Canvas Bus Scrolls are printed with archival ink and available stretched or rolled.
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Wood Subway Signs by Transit Design are easy to hang and printed on natural birchwood.
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The birthplace of Transit Design.
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Transit Design creates custom artwork on canvas or wood.
Transit Design was Born in Bed.
Shop members
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Michael Jon Watt
Owner, Designer
Design is my passion and I think everyone deserves to be inspired by the things they have around them!
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Berkeley
Feline Relations
At any given time Berkeley can be found napping in the sun.
Production partners
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a Professional Print Shop
United States
My artwork is professionally printed by a small U.S. print shop. We use archival paper and canvas. Canvas pieces are stretched by hand on wooden stretcher bars, UV sealed, and come complete with hanging hardware. My designs are not mass-produced and each one is made to order for you.
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Local Sign Shop
Traverse City, MI
My wood designs are hand-painted with the help of a local artisan.
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a Wood Print Shop
United States
My wood signs are printed by a small professional print shop here in the United States, carefully selected for their quality and attention to detail. We use solid birch board with UV safe inks. Each piece is made to order and comes ready to hang.
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Cancellations
Cancellations: not accepted
Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I see a mock-up of custom piece?
I always send a proof of your custom artwork once you have placed your order. I do not create mock-ups prior to receiving your order, as my design time is factored into the price.
Can I order a different color or font?
I'm happy to help if you're looking for different color or font options – just let me know. I can create most any color combination you desire, and I can provide you with a link to color swatches if needed.
Can I order a different size or custom piece?
Let me know if you need a specific size or customization. I have done all sorts of custom sizes for my customers. Please contact me for pricing.
Can I choose another font or typeface?
I have several typestyles or fonts that I have chosen to reflect the look and feel of vintage subway art and signs. I would be happy to work with you to create a piece that you love.
What's the difference between rolled and stretched canvas?
My canvases are available Rolled or Stretched.
Most customers choose a ready-to-hang Stretched canvas. This canvas has gallery wrapped edges stretched over a wood frame. (The canvas sides are the same color as the front.) Hanging hardware comes already attached.
Sometimes the Rolled canvas option is more suitable. Rolled canvas is trimmed to size and suitable for custom framing under glass or hung with a poster hanger.
Where do I send my photo for a Pet or Family Portrait?
Please send your high-resolution photo to: info@transitdesign.com or via the Etsy message system. Photos from your smartphone or digital camera are perfect. Photos that are pulled from social media, like Facebook, do not work because they are too low of a resolution for my process.