Painting the town: From humble beginnings in a Fort Wayne garage to a 5,000 square-foot facility on Main Street, Paint the Town Graphics distinguishes itself with individualized service and outstanding creativity

For years, Wendy Brown and Patty Sefton Morrison had discussed going into business together. Using a combination of their creative and marketing talents, they decided to start a graphic design business. Wendy had worked part time at a sign shop while attending college, and they decided there was some potential for sign services in the Fort Wayne market. Wendy was the creative talent and Patty took the lead in the sales and marketing effort.

For the first few years, Wendy handlettered signs and painted directly on commercial buildings, schools and gym floors. In the early years it was difficult to survive, but they never lost faith in their idea or their ability.

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