Atwater Mugs
Description: In 1932, Cliff Scott and H. Bruce Atwater started a small tool making and punch press operation. They quickly established a reputation for quality, and in 1935 Earl DuMonte approached them to build a small outboard for him to sell. DuMonte displayed the motors at a New York exhibit. Several hundred outboards were ordered. As DuMonte had purchased the name and rights to the Champion outboard motor from Sig Konrad, they shipped with the brand name CHAMPION. From 1935 to 1939, Scott and Atwater still operated their tool and punch press business as well as building outboards. In 1939 DuMonte landed a contract with Firestone to sell the CHAMPION in their tire stores. Scott and Atwater turned to building outboards full time.
Description: Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Atwater is a friendly city known for its agricultural roots, wide-open skies, and community pride. This cityscape drawing captures the simple charm and laid-back feel of Atwater, making it a meaningful keepsake for anyone connected to this warm and welcoming town.
Description: A distressed, green rectangular sign with a white border. A large white arrow points left on the left side. The words "Atwater Village" are prominently displayed in white, sans-serif text across the sign, with "Atwater" on the top line and "Village" on the bottom line. The background has a scratched, worn texture.
Description: A vintage-style map depicts Atwater Village and surrounding areas including Griffith Park and the Los Angeles River. Text reads 'GRIFFITH PARK', 'ATWATER VILLAGE', 'Casitas Ave', 'Fletcher Dr', 'Los Angeles River', 'LOS FELIZ', and 'atwater village:'. The style features a muted color palette and detailed linework.
Description: This vintage-inspired pixel art celebrates the hard-hitting Denver Broncos legend, Steve Atwater. Rendered in an 8-bit style, Atwater is shown in his iconic orange jersey with crisp white pants, crouched and ready for action. The bold blue and white number “27” in the background gives depth and contrast, enhancing the nostalgic video game vibe. Every pixel captures the essence of his ferocious defensive presence and unmistakable old-school NFL aesthetic.
Description: The Northeast Los Angeles region is one of Los Angeles's oldest, dating back to the annexation of Garvanza, Highland Park, and Sycamore Grove in the late 19th century. I wrote a primer about the region for my series, "California Fool's Gold," in 2011 and made this map a bit later. https://ericbrightwell.com/2011/06/09/california-fools-gold-a-northeast-los-angeles-primer/
