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There are several sizes, styles, and types of trophies and awards to fit any budget. From small, inexpensive plaques to large crystal trophies to the least expensive engraved dog tags, bag tags, and medals, our trophy division carries it all. If you are in need of awards or trophies for your upcoming event, check out these options available from The Trophy Studio in Los Angeles.

Varieties of Trophies

We have a broad range of trophy solutions to pick from. Whatever your needs may be, we have options that will meet and exceed them. Here’s a look at what type of trophy styles are available in Los Angeles:

Plaques – Plaques are an excellent choice for showing recognition whether you hand them out as awards or install them throughout your venue. Your park, nonprofit, or museum can show appreciation for sponsors and donors by installing plaques.

Acrylic – Acrylic is incredibly versatile, which allows us to make some amazing trophies. Plus, these awards are typically more affordable than their glass and crystal counterparts. Yet, they are still visually indistinguishable from these other alternatives.

Awards – Our awards come in an array of sizes and shapes. Most of them have a high gloss black or rosewood monument base with an elegant metal statuette mounted on top, but we also have a wide selection of other styles.

Glass – Our glass trophies come in numerous shapes, including star, flame, sail, diamond, column, and many more. There are also several sizes from small 5” by 3” pieces to ones that are 15” by 7” and beyond.

Clocks – Earning an award that you can show off is great and all, but eventually as years go by, recipients will be tempted to use their desk or wall space for other purposes. However, when the award is functional, it will be useful for many years to come. This is why we offer clock trophies made of rosewood or crystal.

Crystal – When only the best will do, you have to go with crystal. We deliver each of our crystal awards in a sophisticated lined presentation box. One of the most requested crystal trophies is the Eclipse. It comes in three different sizes and colors: blue, black, and amber.

Let The Trophy Studio Customize Your Piece

If there is a custom award, trophy, or other signage type that you need, the full-time staff at The Trophy Studio can design, manufacture, and complete it for you. For a nominal charge, we will engrave all of the above trophy styles. In fact, our state of the art laser engraving techniques and equipment can engrave just about anything, including wine boxes, flag cases, flasks, and much more.

At The Trophy Studio, we do not believe in one size fits all solutions. We let our customers’ needs guide our products, craftsmanship, quality, and service. This has earned us a large clientele that includes professionals, government offices, associations, educational institutions, businesses, and more.

If you are in need of the best trophies in Los Angeles, contact our trophy division today for a free consultation.

If you are a regular reader of our blog posts, you know that our award and trophy lines of business have exploded in recent months. This is due in no small part to the addition of a state of the art laser engraver to our shop. Our creative team has been able to do some amazing things when utilizing this new tool. Consequently, we have become the best award and trophy business for Los Angeles, Glendale, and Burbank, CA. This part of our business has gotten so big that we have turned it into its own division: The Trophy Studio.

What Does The Trophy Studio Offer?

The Trophy Studio has a full-time staff that specializes in the design, fabrication, and completion of custom trophies, awards, and other types of signs. We pride ourselves on having a fast turnaround time. We understand that as you prepare for big events, ordering trophies and awards can sometimes fall to the bottom of your list and become a last-minute need. That’s why most of our trophies are available for pick-up or to ship out the next day.

The Trophy Studio does not believe in cookie-cutter solutions. We base our craftsmanship, service, products, and quality on each of our client’s needs. We have a massive customer base that includes government offices, businesses, educational institutions, professionals, associations, and more.

Trophy Styles

We have a wide variety of trophy styles to choose from. You are sure to find something that fits your purposes. Here are some popular options:

• Awards – Our awards take a variety of shapes and sizes. Most of them feature a metal statuette and rosewood or high gloss black monument base. However, we have a broad range of variations on this theme.
• Crystal – Crystal is the smart solution when only the best will do. All of our crystal awards come in a fancy lined presentation box. The Eclipse award is a favorite. It comes in amber, blue, and black as well as three different sizes.
• Acrylic – We are able to do some amazing things with acrylic, and these trophies are generally less expensive than their crystal or glass counterparts while being visually indistinguishable.
• Clocks – The only thing better than earning an award is getting one that is functional. Our series of clock trophies are made of crystal or rosewood. Each piece has plenty of room for engraving.
• Plaques – Both indoors and out, plaques are an excellent way to show recognition. Museums, parks, and nonprofits often use plaques to show appreciation for donors and sponsors.
• Glass – Glass trophies are available in a wide selection of shapes and sizes.

All of these trophies can include our custom engraving. We have cutting-edge laser engraving equipment and techniques for just about anything. We can even engrave flasks, wine boxes, flag cases, and more. You can even browse our trophy and award catalog online!

Areas We Serve

From our headquarters in Burbank, California, you can find the best awards and trophies for Los Angeles, Glendale, and Burbank at The Sign Studio. Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate if you are in need of the best awards and trophies.

Nothing inspires pride and a feeling of accomplishment quite like a trophy. Whether you want to honor the players on your junior sports team at the end of the year or you would like to recognize employees who have done an exceptional job, The Sign Studio has a wide array of unique trophy awards in Los Angeles. To get an idea of what we can do, here are some unique offerings:

Blue Water Glass Art Awards

Skilled artists can do amazing things with glass. The Blue Water Glass Art Award is no exception. It is designed to look like a big, blue drop of water mounted on a glass base. They come in three sizes: 8” x 3.5”, 10.5” x 4”, and 11.5” by 5”. This is the perfect award for enterprises or individuals who have made significant contributions to improving our environment.

Crystal Venice Bowls

Venice Bowls made of crystal are the ideal way to show appreciation. These pieces are made entirely of real, clear crystal. The design features a bowl on a pedestal mounted to a base. All of our crystal awards include a lined presentation box. There are three sizes available ranging from 9” x 4” x 4” to 12.25” x 5.5” x 5.5”.

Circle Teamwork Bronze Resin Award

This metal statue trophy is a surprisingly affordable way to show your appreciation for a work group or team. It consists of five people holding hands to form a star when viewed from above. They are made of bronze finish resin and are mounted to a black hexagon base. These trophies come in one size: 8” x 4.75”.

Red Fire Glass Art Awards

If you are looking for another glass art option, the Red Fire Glass Art Award is a smart choice. It consists of a red glass spiral that extends up, like a flame, and is mounted to a clear glass base. This comes in three sizes: 11” x 5.125”, 13” x 6”, and 15” x 7”. We would recommend this piece for a broad range of industries, including fire protection, food service, and design.

Resin & Acrylic Eagle

When you are working with a budget, acrylic is your best option. The Resin & Acrylic Eagle is one of our fancier options. It consists of a clear engraved panel held in place by a partial eagle statuette. As with all of our trophies, we can custom engrave any messages, names, or logos you want on this trophy award.

The Sign Studio is skilled at coming up with awards that are ideal for your situation. When you call us, we listen closely to your goals for the project. We then make recommendations based on your budget and vision. We provide you with art proofs of what the finished trophies will look like before we even begin. We will also deliver your awards to you in a timely manner.

Contact our friendly professionals today for a free quote if you are interested in recognizing the achievements of athletes, workers, organizations, or anyone else with laser engraved trophy awards in Los Angeles.

An excellent way to recognize employees and organizations for their hard work, length of service, and innovations, while inspiring others, is with corporate achievement awards. These are usually given out each year at banquets, parties, or other events. Fortunately, The Sign Studio is one of the top providers of laser engraved corporate achievement awards in Los Angeles. Let’s take a look at what we can do for your next corporate event.

Types of Corporate Achievement Awards

With the help of our state of the art laser engraver, we can make engraved awards out of just about any material. You should consider the following solutions:

Metal Awards – When you want to project longevity and professionalism, metal is your best option. This makes it perfect for recognizing workers’ decades of service or for other lifetime achievement awards. Our engraver is able to put your message on metal, but we typically suggest including a wood monument base with a plaque acknowledging the recipient. Metal awards are available with many different finishes in an array of colors.

Crystal Awards – Crystal is a smart alternative when only the best will do. We offer a selection of shapes and sizes to pick from. There are also black, gold, blue, and other colored bases. We are sure to offer something that complements your business’s branding. Crystal awards can be engraved with your enterprise’s logo along with your custom message. These fancy awards even come in a lined presentation box.

Acrylic Awards – Acrylic is the way to go if you are trying to keep your costs down. These awards are virtually indistinguishable from glass or crystal. Plus, there is a range of fun effects we can create with acrylic thanks to its versatile nature. You might want to consider the Spectra series of acrylic laser engraved awards. They come in several sizes, are mostly clear, and have gold or blue hues throughout the piece. Another cost-effective solution is custom engraved acrylic paperweight awards.

Glass Awards – At a more affordable price tag than crystal, you can get many of the same options with glass engraved awards. Most of these pieces also come with a distinguished presentation box. Glass awards come in curved rectangle, wavefront, scallop circle, diamond, and star shapes to name a few. There are also several different monument base alternatives, such as rosewood.

We Are Your One-Stop Awards Shop

The Sign Studio has you covered whether you are looking to recognize employees for outstanding sales and customer service achievements or you want to celebrate the contributions of your vendors, partners, sponsors, donors, other organizations, or anyone else. We listen closely to your vision for your project when you contact us. Then, based on your goals and budget, we make our recommendations. Before we even get started, we supply you with mockups of what the finished awards will look like. Lastly, we deliver your awards on time.

If you are interested in recognizing the hard work of organizations and employees with corporate achievement awards in Los Angeles, contact our friendly experts today for a free consultation.

Southern California has soccer fever. It seems like you can’t find a soccer field in the area that doesn’t have a game or practice going on. With the many rec leagues and school teams in the area, we are constantly getting requests for laser engraved soccer awards in Los Angeles. Coaches know these awards inspire and motivate their players. Thankfully, The Sign Studio has a wide array of alternatives for you to pick from. Here are some of the more common options:

Engraved Medals

When soccer players win awards at the end of the season, they like to show them off. Who can blame them? The easiest way to show off your individual or team success is with medals. We have a broad range of medal styles, including dog tags, stars, imperial, superstar, and more. You can also pick from over 45 different ribbon colors for your medals. Also, we can put whatever message you want on the medals using our laser engraver. Creating one-of-a-kind mock awards for each of your players is always a favorite option.

Engraved Plaques

We supply custom engraved plaques of every shape and size. We will also meet your budget with our variety of pricing points. Standard, high-quality plaques are our most cost-effective alternative. Though, we recommend premium plaques if you have a little extra to spend. They include red alder, walnut, rosewood, and other solid wood plaques. And, with premium finishes, you add an extra touch of elegance to your soccer plaques.

Engraved Glass, Acrylic, or Crystal

Glass and crystal awards are the ideal way to truly show your appreciation if you have a larger budget. Yet, with much more affordable acrylic awards, you can generally achieve the same effect. These come in a selection of shapes, like octagons, stars, and pedestals with soccer balls on top. Plus, we have no problem laser engraving your custom message.

Engraved Trophies

Whether you are in need of trophies for children or adults, males or females, goalies or forwards, we have it all. Many of our trophies have small statuettes of soccer players in various action positions. Our trophies come in a range of sizes from four inches tall to massive 31 inchers. In addition, we can incorporate miniature soccer balls that actually spin. We can custom design trophies of any size, style, or color for your awards events. This year’s hot trophy features bobblehead soccer players going in for the winning goal.

This is just a sampling of the solutions we offer. Give us a call if you have something in mind that is not covered above. We will give you an honest assessment of whether or not we can do it and how much it would cost. Even if your season is just starting, keep us in mind for your end-of-year awards ceremony. We will fabricate your awards correctly and in time for your event.

Contact the friendly experts at The Sign Studio today for a free consultation and estimate for laser engraved soccer trophies in Los Angeles. 

It’s April. That means that the crack of the bat can be heard on baseball diamonds throughout Los Angeles. That’s right: baseball and softball seasons are in full swing, and youngsters from four to fourteen and beyond are gearing up for their little league games. Though it is still quite early in the season, it is never too soon to start shopping around for laser engraved little league awards in Los Angeles. Fortunately, The Sign Studio has a broad range of options for your players. Here are some popular solutions:

Engraved Plaques

We offer custom engraved plaques of all sizes and shapes. We also have a wide array of pricing points to meet your budget. The most affordable plaques we supply are standard, top-quality plaques. Or, if you are able to spend a little more, premiums plaques are always a good idea. They include solid wood plaques, such as rosewood, red alder, and walnut. Add an extra touch of distinction to your little league plaques with premium finishes.

Engraved Trophies

Whether you are looking for little league baseball or softball trophies, we have a wide selection for you to pick from. Our trophies typically range in size from 4 inches tall to 31 inches. We are able to incorporate miniature softballs or baseballs into them that actually spin. For your awards event, we can custom design trophies of any color, size, or style. The hot trophies for this year feature bobblehead batters.

Engraved Medals

Many little leaguers like to proudly show off the awards they earned at the end of the season. The best way to do this is with medals that they can wear around town. Our medal styles include star, superstar, dog tags, imperial, and more. There are also more than four dozen standard ribbon colors to choose from for your medals. And, with our super-cool laser engraver, we can put whatever message you want on these medals. We recommend coming up with unique mock awards for each of your players.

Engraved Crystal, Glass, or Acrylic

If you have a lot of money to spend, crystal and glass awards are the best way to truly show your appreciation. However, you can usually achieve the same effect with much more economical acrylic awards. These come in an array of shapes, including stars, octagons, and pedestals with baseballs or softballs on top. And, of course, we can incorporate your custom message.

These are just some of the options available. If you have something in mind that we did not touch on above, give us a call, and we will let you know if we can do it. We know it is still early in the season, but we hope you will keep us in mind as you prepare for the end-of-season banquet. We are experienced in manufacturing your awards correctly and in a timely manner.

For the best in laser engraved little league awards in Los Angeles, contact the friendly professionals at The Sign Studio today for a free consultation and quote.

It used to be that custom sports trophies were only an option for wealthy organizations. However, with the advent of laser engraving technology, they have grown in popularity in the past few decades. From metal to wood, engravers can make imprints on an array of materials. Fortunately, The Sign Studio is one of the top suppliers of laser engraved sports trophies in Los Angeles. Read on to learn more about your options.

What Is Laser Engraving?

Laser engraving is quickly becoming the most requested solution for customers who want plaques, medals, or trophies engraved. Laser engraving works by burning away material. With some materials, such as acrylics, the area that is burned away take on a white appearance. This area can then be filled with different hues, such as gold or black. With painted metals, the engraved section will take on the color of the base metal as the painted surface is burned off. And, with wood, engraved letters take on a darker color.

In addition to the aforementioned materials, laser engraving is possible on brass, plastic, glass, marble, leather, and cork. This makes laser engraving one of the most versatile alternatives available. This also makes it useful for many other items besides trophies, including shoes, pens, and more. Regardless of the complexity or size of your graphics or text, we can apply it to your object of choice.

We Have Trophies for Everything!

We have created trophies for just about every sport you can think of, and we are always open to trying something new. Here are sports we get the most requests for:

• Baseball – Our baseball trophies range in size from 4 inches to 31 inches. Some of them incorporate miniature baseballs. Others actually spin. We can also custom build almost any style, color, and size of trophy for your next event.
• Football – Whether you are looking for football trophies for your full-contact league or fantasy football league, we have a variety of standard trophies to pick from.
• Soccer – We have soccer trophies for both male and female players. We even have replicas of the famous World Cup trophy.
• Softball – Our softball trophies have many of the same features available as our baseball trophies, including special bobblehead trophies. Pink is a popular color to incorporate into these pieces, and there many other color alternatives to pick from as well.
• Golf – Whether you are hosting a fundraiser or want to recognize individuals on your team, golf trophies are an excellent choice.
• Cheer – Cheerleading trophies come with the classic megaphone incorporated into the design. Or, you might consider pompoms or cheerleaders in various poses. There are both freestanding and plaque style options.

This is just the tip of the iceberg. We also produce trophies for basketball, volleyball, hockey, motorsports, swimming, track, wrestling, and much more. Our mighty laser engraver can customize any object you have in mind. If you are interested in what solutions we have to offer your organization, contact the friendly professionals at The Sign Studio today for a free consultation on laser engraved sports trophies in Los Angeles.

One of the best ways to boost employee morale is to show recognition for the hard work they have put in over the course of the year. Laser engraved employee awards for Los Angeles do this by providing workers with a memento that they can proudly display at their desk or on their wall. It serves as a constant reminder that the work they do matters. Fortunately, The Sign Studio is one of the top suppliers of engraved awards for Southern California. Let’s look at what options are available.

Types of Engraved Employee Awards

We can make engraved awards out of just about any material thanks to our fancy new laser engraver. Some of the options you may want to consider include:

Crystal – When only the best will do, crystal is an excellent choice. We have a variety of different shapes and sizes to choose from. There are also many different colored bases, such as blue, black, and gold. There is sure to be something that goes well with your corporate branding. Crystal awards can be engraved with your custom message as well as your organization’s logo. The awards come in a lined presentation box.

Metal – Think of metal when you want to project professionalism and longevity. This makes it ideal for lifetime achievement awards or recognizing an employee’s decades of service. We are able to engrave metal. However, we recommend incorporating a wood monument base with a custom plaque acknowledging the recipient. Metal awards come in a variety of colors with several different finishes.

Glass – Glass engraved awards are available with many of the same options as crystal, but glass costs a bit less. Most of the glass alternatives also come with an elegant, lined presentation box. The glass awards come in numerous different shapes, including scallop circle, curved rectangle, diamond, wavefront, star, and more. There is also an array of monument base solutions, like rosewood.

Acrylic – If you are working with a budget, acrylic is the way to go. Visually, these awards are virtually indistinguishable from crystal or glass. And, due to the nature of acrylic, there are a variety of fun effects we can create with this material. The Spectra series of acrylic laser engraved awards comes in a selection of sizes, and though they are mostly clear, each piece has blue or gold tones throughout. Custom engraved acrylic paperweight awards are always an affordable option.

We Take Care of All of Your Award Needs

Whether you want to celebrate an employee of the month or you are looking to recognize outstanding customer service and sales achievements, The Sign Studio has you covered. When you contact our friendly professionals, we listen closely to your goals for the project. We then make recommendations based on your budget and vision. We even provide you with art proofs of what your finished awards will look like. We then deliver quality on time.

If you are interested in showing your workers that they are appreciated, contact us today for a free quote on laser engraved employee awards for Los Angeles.

If you think that all sign frames are created the same, you need to think again. There is a wide variety of options out there for you to choose from. However, if you need frames for exterior signage, you will want to seek out a product that is both durable and has a distinct appearance that will help it stand out. At The Sign Studio, our exterior outdoor frames for Los Angeles are made of top-quality aluminum and are sure to catch the eyes of passersby. Today, we are going to take a closer look at what options are available for your organization.

What Are Exterior Outdoor Frames?

Our exterior frames are suitable for any outdoor applications thanks to their construction. They are precision mitered from a premium aluminum alloy. Each frame is assembled by hand using stamped stainless steel corner angles. They are available in two hard-coat anodized colors, satin silver and satin yellow gold. This hard-coat finish makes the frame materials more resistant to wear.

The frame has a one-eighth inch wall thickness and comes with an array of custom options. For instance, you can pick from frames that are 3” by 3” all the way up to 36” by 36”. Mounting options include silicon adhesive, double-sided tape, and our preferred method of mechanical fastening. We are able to put holes in the frame for easier installation.

What Kinds of Signs Go in Exterior Outdoor Frames?

These frames are designed to accommodate materials with thicknesses of 1/16” to 5/16”. This means you can put a variety of different types of signs in them. If you are going to install your sign where it is exposed to the elements, we recommend using a heavy duty material. We suggest engraved signs. We are a bit biased since we have some of the best engraving machines in the region, but they produce affordable, customized markers that will look great for many years to come.

Best Uses

But, how are exterior outdoor frames for Los Angeles typically used? We’re glad you asked:

Wayfinding/Directional Signs – If you operate a large facility with a variety of different rooms that need to be easily accessible, you can point the way with directional arrows or with simple directions for how visitors can find the room or amenity they need.

Informational Signage – Do you have certain rules that people must follow upon entering your building? Make this information crystal clear by tastefully displaying the rules near your entrance in an exterior outdoor frame.

Departmental Signs – Does your campus have a variety of different departments that guests and employees need to be able to locate? Make their search easy by clearly labeling each department with exterior outdoor frames. You can also use these frames to identify different suites within your complex.

And, this is just a sampling of the ways you can use these frames. If you have some outdoor signage application that could benefit from exterior frames, call the friendly experts at The Sign Studio today for a free consultation.

If you own or operate a professional office, you are well aware of the confusion caused by not having the appropriate signage. Workers, clients, and other guests are doomed to getting lost without sufficient markers showing them the way. Fortunately, The Sign Studio offers decorative bars and rails that make for great office signs in Los Angeles.

What Are Decorative Bars?

There are essentially three main parts to a sign: the copy, the substrate the copy is engraved or printed on, and the mounting materials. Decorative bars provide a classy way for you to mount your office signs. We are able to create bold metallic borders for your signs with the four sizes of decorative bars. There are formats of right and left sides or bottom and top available. Other options include mixing two different sizes of bars or making a square with four equal sides. All options support a snap-in matte clear lens that keeps glare to a minimum.

All of the parts of the decorative bars are individually anodized to give finished ends. There are five anodized finishes to choose from, including polished silver, polished yellow gold, satin silver, matte black, and polished rose gold.

What Are Decorative Rails?

With a more subtle look than our decorative bar system, the decorative rail frame system is a simple, clean setup that has similar dynamics. When you are looking for a classic architectural appearance that does not break the bank, the decorative rail system is your best alternative. It is perfect for personnel nameplates, evacuation plans, and room identification.

How Are Decorative Bars and Rails Used?

Decorative bars and rails make for great office signs in Los Angeles no matter how you use them. The following are popular ways in which they are used:

• Wayfinding Signage – Just because a sign is mainly used for functional purposes, it does not mean it can’t be fashionable as well. Show the way with style by incorporating decorative bars.
• ADA Signs – You are required to have specific types of signs in your building under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We know what is needed to meet these requirements and can help bring you into compliance using decorative rails.
• Suite Signs – Wayfinding signage tells guests where to go, but you need suite signs to show them they have found the right room.

This should give you an idea of what is possible with decorative bars and rails. In addition, we can customize your signage with your unique branding, including matching your business’s typefaces, logo, and colors.

If you are unsure about what office signs are right for your venue, don’t worry! The friendly experts at The Sign Studio listen closely to what you have in mind for your project. We then provide you with a variety of recommendation based on your goals, building, and budget. We then get down to work manufacturing and mounting your signs once you know what you want.

Contact us today for a free estimate if you are interested in learning more!