Scotty's Cottages Sign in Au Sable, Michigan

by John Margolies

Evoking the true magic of an old-time American road trip, this print captures the famous Scotty’s Cottages sign in Au Sable, Michigan. Taken by the famed photographer of Americana John Margolies in 1988, this print showcases the playful graphic design of old-school neon signage – specifically with a signature Scottish Terrier silhouette complete with neon tubes against the bright blue sky. A lifelong chronicler of America’s disappearing commercial architecture, this print truly captures the nostalgia of an old Great Lakes vacation.

This striking print captures mid-century magic with a playful black outline and retro neon.