Read Culture Katherine McMahon’s Neon Sign Paintings Glow in London This 10 to 19 October, the artist’s neon sign paintings are exhibited alongside their 3D counterparts at God’s Own Junkyard Becky Eaton Courtesy of Katherine McMahonA neon sign, once a futuristic, colorful communication device in its heyday, now might evoke a sense of cozy warmth and nostalgia. Multidisciplinary artist Katherine McMahon captures this feeling in “Open Late,” her series of neon sign paintings on display at God’s Own Junkyard in London, this 10 to 19 October. The first commercial neon sign was used at a Paris barber shop in 1912, then the technology took off over the mid-century decades, quickly becoming a ubiquitous (and literal) sign of the times. Founded by the late neon artist Chris Bracey, the maximalist space houses Europe’s largest collection of vintage neon signs, displaying over 1,000 pieces ranging from Hollywood set pieces, handmade refurbished works and even iconic strip club signage. It’s only fitting that this collection of neon sign paintings will be physically installed in London’s ultimate neon sign playground.