Committed to maintaining the vibrance of this craft.
Uptown Neon is the last operating neon shop in Richmond, VA.
At Uptown Neon we make custom neon signs for local businesses and unique neon artworks for the home. We also welcome you to shop our retail space and explore the unique collection of thousands of premade neon signs housed in the front of the studio. Recently, we have began to teach occasional beginner neon night classes.
Owner
Chloe Kottwitz
Origin: Bolivar, NY
March 29, 1999
Education: BFA in art and Design from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University (2021)
Owner of Uptown Neon.
Practicing neon bender working out of Richmond, VA.
Founder
Douglas Solyan
Origin: Hopewell, VA
September 29, 1942-February 21, 2022
Education: Economics Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University
Responsible for many neon signs throughout the Richmond area that still shine today.