The Taunton Press

Background
Taunton Press is a publisher of periodicals, books, and websites for the hobbyist and building trades based in Newtown, Connecticut. It was established in 1975 by Paul Roman and his wife Jan.

Logo (1986-1999)


Visuals: On a black background, a light occurs and reveals a white ring zooming in, soon forming an eye-like shape. An outlined letter "T" wipes in with its upper side wiping in horizontally, and its lower part wiping in vertically. An outlined white rectangle then draws in, as the letter fades to red, and the rectangle fades to blue. White words "The Taunton Press" wipe in below.

Technique: Computer animation.

Audio: A majestic synth fanfare, ending with 4 dings.

Availability: Seen on VHSes of DIY videos, such as Turning Wood with Richard Raffan, Router Jigs and Techniques and Fine Wood Working Handmade Dovetails with Tage Frid.