Testimonials

I have been in the sign business for most of the last 25 years and I have always had a fascination for Neon. Ed Waldrum gave me the gift of tube bending and for that I will be forever in his debt. He taught me in six weeks what took him a lifetime to learn. His course was the most rigorous, intense and thorough experience I have ever encountered. There were times when I doubted my new endeavor, but his love for teaching and the impeccable work ethic he displayed during the course, was motivation enough for me to be successful.

Since graduation some four years ago, I have developed a flourishing Neon Business on both the wholesale and retail markets. There have been many times that I have had questions and Ed has always taken the time to walk me through the answers step by step. I have recently built a 1200 square foot facility fully dedicated to Neon. If you are considering investing in your future, invest in Ed Waldrum. The return on your investment is perpetual and will last a lifetime.
David Shields, Master Tube Bender - David Shields Neon Co. - Waycross, GA

Mr. Waldrum’s one-on-one instruction, small class size, defined curriculum and passion for bending glass were the motivation that led me to enroll in his six week neon bending course. Initially, I was overwhelmed with the technique of bending glass, but having a mentor with fifty years of experience and a friendly attitude enabled me to persevere. His classes are conducted with a consistent focus on the art of glass bending thus enabling students to learn techniques that will only improve with practice after the class is over.

My exposure during this course included leaded glass, classic glass, lead-free glass, bending various diameters of glass, block letters, script, border tubes and processing techniques. Additional topics and techniques were covered but are too numerous to list. Without hesitation I highly recommend the Ed Waldrum School of Neon and encourage you to give him full consideration to enhance your career path.
Frederick P. Proni, Operations Director - Neon Design Solutions, Dallas, TX

Having completed Ed Waldrum School of Neon in the summer of 2004, I’d like to share a few things about the school that may be of benefit to others interested in learning the art of Neon Bending. Here are some of the things Ed provided that I found most beneficial:

Hands on focus on developing a foundation of skills necessary for becoming a proficient glass bender
Small class size allowed for extensive one on one attention
Assistance in selecting the right combination of equipment for setting up a neon shop
Introduction to a Network of Neon Shops/Benders interested in helping others and promoting Neon
Willingness to share information and provide assistance before and after the completion of training

I can’t imagine how long it would have taken, how frustrating it would have been, or how many bad habits would have been developed trying to go down this road on my own. I would suggest to anyone interested in learning the art of neon to start with a quality school like Ed Waldrum School of Neon. Before attending Ed’s school, I contacted several of his former students to get their input on the quality of the school – Each of them had only positive things to say, and now that I’ve completed Ed’s school, I’d like to echo those praises.
Jerald James, Owner - Sign Here – Wholesale Neon Services

I got my start in the sign business and the neon craft from Ed Waldrum’s School of Neon in 1999. Mr. Waldrum is a skillful, experienced teacher with a lifetime of knowledge to pass on to his students. He taught me all the things I needed to start my own neon shop and gave me the confidence to do it. He is always there to help us out whenever we need his expertise or advice. I have toured several neon shops around the country and found his school to be as well equipped and up to date as any of them. Today my sons and I have a thriving neon sign business because of that great experience. Crossfire Neon Co. is building a new facility, incorporating, adding new equipment and joining together in a network of other sign businesses in Western Massachusetts to expand our wholesale and retail market. Ed has been a major contributor to me and my family and our business. Thanks Ed.

Bill Rathbun, President - Crossfire Neon Company, Leverett, MA

It is hard to believe that that over 12months ago I good not produce any usable neon and now I am full time glass bending and loving it!

I traveled from New Zealand half way across the world to go to Ed Waldum's School of neon, as I had heard that he ran a top school with a huge resource of knowledge. That is the truth, Ed's knowledge on the neon industry is second to none and his way of teaching is very organized, I would challenge anyone who would not agree that Ed can offer the most that any school can offer. Ed taught me with patient and vigilance and after six weeks of dedication he was able to send me back to New Zealand where I could set up my own shop and go into business. I have never looked back, my business is going very well and every day I think how lucky I was to have had the chance to be taught by one of the best crafts men there is --- thanks Ed!

Mark Widmer - New Zealand

"Waldrum School of Neon has shown me the skills necessary to start my career in the neon industry. Ed not only teaches basic tube bending techniques he guides you down the path to becoming a proficient tube bender. If you are interested in learning this trade I feel there is only one place to start: Waldrum School of Neon".

Brad Bardin, President - The Neon Shop, Abilene, TX