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Playing Card Chat ♠ ♥ ♣ ♦ => Design & Development => Topic started by: Emmanuel on January 22, 2012, 07:27:55 PM
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(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/IMG_0930.jpg)
Some of you already know that I'm working on a second paper cutting deck this year, which has a bird theme. So far, I've made the first 4 cards.
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/1-Spades01.jpg
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/1-Spades02.jpg
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/1-Spades03.jpg
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/1-Spades04.jpg
Anyways, I'm unsure of what I should name the deck. "Flock," "Aves," "Ornithology" "Dodo" are all ideas I've been thinking about, but I was wondering what you guys think. I'm definitely open to other suggestions too.
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I've loved al of your designs and I love these too! Its crazy that those are all done by hand! You have a true talent there.
I have a few questions about the Curator deck that I am going to PM you
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Stoked about this one! You know how much I loved the first deck :) So I don't need to tell you how excited I am for another year of amazing art. I like "Ornithology" the best. I think it's very classy and does justice to the work
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I honestly kind of hate you for how talented you are with that. Really amazing stuff, inspiring even.
Don't name your deck Dodo. We all know how that bird turned out. I like to look up words that reference my deck first in the thesaurus, and then run them through google translate to see if a simple word in another language holds some unique aspect of pronunciation of evokes a different feel. Maybe try that.
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I love that 4 of spades design, just makes me chuckle seeing something so anti-social and malicious so wonderfully rendered.
I would say 'Flock' is far and away the best of those. I've got needlessly fancy rhetoric so words never really seem 'classy' to me; I think 'Ornithology' sounds bland and sterile, to be honest. These are too much fun to be called that. 'Aves'; I get where you're coming from but I would prefer the lengthened 'Aviary' to that. Actually, the Aviary deck kinda has a ring to it, no?
Dodo's far to specific and those things are an ugly mess. Good riddance!
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You took a theme for a deck that I normally would never like, and turned it into something that I love! Amazing designs so far, I'm excited to see what else you come up with.
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I honestly kind of hate you for how talented you are with that. Really amazing stuff, inspiring even.
Thank you very much, but I have to say that there's a bunch of talent that I don't have though. When I see the things being done with Vortex, Mana, Seasons, Ornate, Tendril, etc., my jaw drops. We're a talented bunch around here though!
I would say 'Flock' is far and away the best of those. I've got needlessly fancy rhetoric so words never really seem 'classy' to me; I think 'Ornithology' sounds bland and sterile, to be honest. These are too much fun to be called that. 'Aves'; I get where you're coming from but I would prefer the lengthened 'Aviary' to that. Actually, the Aviary deck kinda has a ring to it, no?
Dodo's far to specific and those things are an ugly mess. Good riddance!
I thought about Aviary too, but I think it's too similar to the Aviator brand, don't you think?
I probably won't go with Dodo as the name, but I'm planning on making the dodo as the jokers.
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Well, it is a little close but I dunno if that'll really matter. They're obviously very different products and the actual meanings of the words are so far apart. I see your point, though.
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An aviary and an aviator are two totally different things. It wouldn't survive the legal sniff test.
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How about something to do with wings? Like the Winged deck. Or Flight deck. Or soaring, something along those lines? Just an idea.
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Dude - it's a cut-out deck, so... CLIPPED WINGS!
I like it!
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Dude - it's a cut-out deck, so... CLIPPED WINGS!
I like it!
I LOVE IT! The Clipped Wing Deck. Or just plainly Clipped Wings. I can see the name of the box being uniquely designed a swell, like maybe the 'W' being made out of wings?
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Clipped wings... That's genius. It offers so many possibilities for the box design too!
Otherwise, I fully agree with Kanped, but I also think Aviary and Aviator sound too similar, regardless of the difference in meaning. Nothing to do with legality issues, but if it were me, legal or not, I wouldn't want that to happen. ::)
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Clipped Wings sounds... sad. I don't know what it is about it but I'm not a fan haha.
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Then how about paper wings? It has a similarly poetic feel to it, but isn't as sad. ;)
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Then how about paper wings? It has a similarly poetic feel to it, but isn't as sad. ;)
Paper wings isn't bad actually. I feel like since the first deck had a lot of emphasis on it being a paper-cutting project that this one should focus more on the birds. So I don't really see the need for there being "paper, cutting, transfomation, etc..." in the name. That's just my opinion though.
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The first project doesn't even mention clipping or any kind of similar term in the title - it's called the Curator deck, period. Only on the card back design does it show scissors.
I still think Clipped Wings is an awesome name, taking a potentially depressing term and giving it a playful twist. They're literally clipped out of paper - it's PERFECT. Paper Wings just doesn't have the same oomph behind it, doesn't evoke the same degree of feelings.
I LOVE IT! The Clipped Wing Deck. Or just plainly Clipped Wings. I can see the name of the box being uniquely designed a swell, like maybe the 'W' being made out of wings?
That's a great idea - it could be as iconic as the Bicycle logo design (while not quite as famous)! In fact, imagine two birds, side by side, wings extended in a "V" shape - voila, a "W", and one that's not simply formed out of disembodied wings but out of birds, which is the real focus of the deck.
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The first project doesn't even mention clipping or any kind of similar term in the title - it's called the Curator deck, period. Only on the card back design does it show scissors.
I still think Clipped Wings is an awesome name, taking a potentially depressing term and giving it a playful twist. They're literally clipped out of paper - it's PERFECT. Paper Wings just doesn't have the same oomph behind it, doesn't evoke the same degree of feelings.
I LOVE IT! The Clipped Wing Deck. Or just plainly Clipped Wings. I can see the name of the box being uniquely designed a swell, like maybe the 'W' being made out of wings?
That's a great idea - it could be as iconic as the Bicycle logo design (while not quite as famous)! In fact, imagine two birds, side by side, wings extended in a "V" shape - voila, a "W", and one that's not simply formed out of disembodied wings but out of birds, which is the real focus of the deck.
I was careful with my wording in hopes to avoid there being any confusion... I didn't say emphasis in the name, I know what the first deck was called (and the meaning behind it). I was saying emphasis in the talk and the hype. We know how the project is done and now I think we should look a the birds more. It's just an opinion.
I don't like the name "Clipped Wings" and that's just me. Maybe everybody else will like it and that's cool. I'm really just throwing my two cents out there because hey that's what the forum is for.
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I was careful with my wording in hopes to avoid there being any confusion... I didn't say emphasis in the name, I know what the first deck was called (and the meaning behind it). I was saying emphasis in the talk and the hype. We know how the project is done and now I think we should look a the birds more. It's just an opinion.
I don't like the name "Clipped Wings" and that's just me. Maybe everybody else will like it and that's cool. I'm really just throwing my two cents out there because hey that's what the forum is for.
Hey, that's cool. Not every word that pours forth from my keyboard is made of gold, that's for certain! :)) I could be in the majority, minority, it doesn't really matter - it's not my deck to name. In the end, the artist chooses.
But no matter how you name/slice it, this really does look like another wicked-cool deck! I can't wait for the first one to come off the presses and packaging machines!
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I like Clipped Wings a lot. I think Paper Wings could work, too. Really, I think when people make new products, they worry far too much about the name. Get something you don't think you'll regret and just run with it, it doesn't matter that much; everybody gets used to it.
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Good@Sabacc, Clipped wings does have a nice ring to it, and the "W" idea isn't a bad one at all! I'll consider doing both, so we'll see.
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Good@Sabacc, Clipped wings does have a nice ring to it, and the "W" idea isn't a bad one at all! I'll consider doing both, so we'll see.
I was thinking about the AoS from your first deck and how it could be put in this deck just as easily as your current one. Just thought that was interesting, I love both!
Can't wait to see what you come up with, your creativity and talent never ceases to amaze me.
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I was thinking about the AoS from your first deck and how it could be put in this deck just as easily as your current one. Just thought that was interesting, I love both!
Can't wait to see what you come up with, your creativity and talent never ceases to amaze me.
Thanks Derek! Yeah, a friend was telling me that I could use the phoenix again for this deck, but the concept has already been burned up (no pun intended). Last year I had a ton of ideas related to birds, which is why decided to make a second deck.
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I personally like to see it as the phoenix reborn. ;)
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Good@Sabacc, Clipped wings does have a nice ring to it, and the "W" idea isn't a bad one at all! I'll consider doing both, so we'll see.
Feel free to use any idea I spout out here, please! I'd be honored.
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An update on my 2012 bird deck:
- 1 suit is done, 3 more to go!
- I haven't locked down on a name for the deck yet. Don suggested "Clipped Wings," which I'm leaning towards, but "Flock" and "Ornithology" are still running in the back of my mind. If you prefer one of these names (or you have a suggestion on a different name), let me know!
Update on the Curator deck:
- I have 4 shows confirmed for this spring and summer, a 5th one is in the works.
- I'm working on getting life-size prints made to sell at the shows, including a mock uncut sheet.
- I'm working on a tuck box, which I have to admit is a challenge.
- The deck will still be printed, but prepping for the shows is taking priority at this point.
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/2012Spades.jpg)
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An update on my 2012 bird deck:
- 1 suit is done, 3 more to go!
- I haven't locked down on a name for the deck yet. Don suggested "Clipped Wings," which I'm leaning towards, but "Flock" and "Ornithology" are still running in the back of my mind. If you prefer one of these names (or you have a suggestion on a different name), let me know!
Update on the Curator deck:
- I have 4 shows confirmed for this spring and summer, a 5th one is in the works.
- I'm working on getting life-size prints made to sell at the shows, including a mock uncut sheet.
- I'm working on a tuck box, which I have to admit is a challenge.
- The deck will still be printed, but prepping for the shows is taking priority at this point.
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/2012Spades.jpg)
Wow. These look even better than some of those on the 2011 deck.
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Absolutely incredible work! I love this deck and the hard work that was put into it, really shows. I'm sure it will be a success and I wish you the best of luck with both decks.
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Those spades look fantastic - but I recommend that you put a HUGE watermark into the images you post. I would hate to see what happened to the Curator deck happen to this one.
I think you know already which title I prefer... :))
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Four of spades has to be my favorite amongst all. This is a true masterpiece, even with limited colors. Great Work and All the Best.
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Four of spades has to be my favorite amongst all. This is a true masterpiece, even with limited colors. Great Work and All the Best.
The limited colors are sort of intentional. His decks - this one and the Curator deck from last year - are made of images hand-cut from black paper and laid on a white background. The actual card artworks are HUGE. He makes a single card every week starting from the first week of the year, so by year's end he has a complete deck!
The Curator deck hasn't been produced yet, but he plans to do so once his gallery shows of his art are completed by mid-late summer.
Here's the old topic on the Curator deck:
http://aethercards.com/discourse/index.php?topic=868.0
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Now I'm admittedly not familiar with the entire history of decks, but in my opinion these are the finest transformation decks to ever exist. Pure magic, and I love every one of these cards.
When you print them, you will sell them all without issue, guaranteed.
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Victor/Ncyclopedia made this official on Facebook Sunday, but neglected to post here about it. Naughty Victor!
I'm making it official: "Clipped Wings" is the name for my bird deck. Many thanks to Don Boyer (http://www.facebook.com/donboyermagic) for coming up with it as well as the logo suggestion!
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The name fits very well the theme. Since we haven't heard from you in a while, how have the expos been?
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Nathan, Life has been so hectic lately. Between job hunting, prepping for the shows, and making art it's been busy to say the least. The first show opens this Friday, May 4th, and I'll probably post photos in the Curator thread shortly thereafter..
Also, I'm going to sound silly for asking this, but how do I change the name of this thread? I'd like to update it with name of the deck.
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Nathan, Life has been so hectic lately. Between job hunting, prepping for the shows, and making art it's been busy to say the least. The first show opens this Friday, May 4th, and I'll probably post photos in the Curator thread shortly thereafter..
Also, I'm going to sound silly for asking this, but how do I change the name of this thread? I'd like to update it with name of the deck.
I can understand you Victor. And to change the name of the thread, go to your first post, click on "EDIT", and in the top box, change the name.
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Thank you Nathan!
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With the year halfway over, here are the first two complete suits in Clipped Wings:
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Amazing as always Emmanuel!
I especially love the Cardinal (Five of Hearts) and Birds Nest (Ace of Clubs).
thanks, Randy
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The cards look amazing so far! Can't wait to see the rest of the deck!
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2012 is done, and so is my Clipped Wings deck. I had to work ahead of my 1 card a week schedule due to holiday travel, but here are all the cards (and the AoS for my next deck).
Clipped Wings:
http://animoto.com/play/Dn1yU0wo3m3fkkNvBGImHQ (http://animoto.com/play/Dn1yU0wo3m3fkkNvBGImHQ)
The Dodo Jokers:
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/DodoJokersB.jpg)
The Dodo GIF:
http://emmanueljose.com/post/39256923573/2012jokers (http://emmanueljose.com/post/39256923573/2012jokers)
The Back Design:
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/CWBackB.jpg)
I don't have specifics yet, but look for Clipped Wings in 2013 :)
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Very nice Emmanuel!
I can't wait to get these as well. The Back Design is very cool and modern!
thanks, Randy
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Thank you Randy! Your new deck is looking great! Love the Queen of Spades you posted :)
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The deck's looking great - I can't wait to see it in print. And I also liked that sneak peek of deck #3 at the end of the Animoto clip... :))
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Oh, NICE!
These look too awesome! I love how they all revolve around the central theme of birds. (I love birds)
The Curator deck was amazing, but I though the themes of the cards were also a bit hectic. This deck improves upon a fantastic concept! Nice work!
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Thank you everyone! Yeah, the Curator deck didn't have a central theme, but all the subsequent decks I create will have one :)
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If anyone lives in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area, I'm having a Clipped Wings art show this May at the Busy Bee restaurant in downtown Raleigh. I would love to hear from you if you live in the area or are visiting in May!
Below are the one-sheet art prints that I'm planning to hang up for the art show. Also, dates are still being worked out for the release of the deck, but it's coming :)
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/CCWsheetscopy.jpg)
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If anyone lives in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area, I'm having a Clipped Wings art show this May at the Busy Bee restaurant in downtown Raleigh. I would love to hear from you if you live in the area or are visiting in May!
Below are the one-sheet art prints that I'm planning to hang up for the art show. Also, dates are still being worked out for the release of the deck, but it's coming :)
Just my luck - I was planning to be in the Piedmont Triad in the first week of May, but the plans got reversed and now I'm flying my mother to New York for four months instead!
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Just my luck - I was planning to be in the Piedmont Triad in the first week of May, but the plans got reversed and now I'm flying my mother to New York for four months instead!
No worries Don, we'll definitely hang out again; I'm planning to be in NY this summer.
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Just my luck - I was planning to be in the Piedmont Triad in the first week of May, but the plans got reversed and now I'm flying my mother to New York for four months instead!
No worries Don, we'll definitely hang out again; I'm planning to be in NY this summer.
I have staycations planned for the week before Mother's Day and the week after July 4th.
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The customization on these cards are amazing! I can't wait to see the rest of the cards.
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Clever deck, where and when can I get one?
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Clever deck, where and when can I get one?
Not out yet - soon. Date TBD. Meanwhile, get his first deck, the Curator deck!
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Not out yet - soon. Date TBD. Meanwhile, get his first deck, the Curator deck!
Sadly I'm not as fond of the Curator deck. But I will wait for the the TBD date, albeit unpatiently. :mindf-ck:
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Sadly I'm not as fond of the Curator deck. But I will wait for the the TBD date, albeit unpatiently. :mindf-ck:
It's hard to hear that you're not fond of my first deck; do you own it?
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Sadly I'm not as fond of the Curator deck. But I will wait for the the TBD date, albeit unpatiently. :mindf-ck:
It's hard to hear that you're not fond of my first deck; do you own it?
I don't but don't feel bad, different decks appeal to different people for different reasons. I appreciate and admire all forms of art, my favorite being Baroque. And while I don't like much of Picasso's work, I admire that he is a masterful artist. It's the same with your decks, I can see the artistry and ingenuity of your first deck but I'm just not drawn to it. The upcoming deck is thematically more appealing to my personal tastes.
That being said, perhaps I was too harsh to say I wasn't fond of the deck. It would be fairer to say that it is not enough to encourage me to purchase a deck. I asked my wife, who while my better often has a different vision of art and she says she wants it. See what you did, now I have to go buy it for her :)
Of course your website says you are out of stock of the curator deck. :( Is there another distributor?
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Of course your website says you are out of stock of the curator deck. :( Is there another distributor?
First, I fixed your double post. Instead of two posts one right after the other, just edit the previous one and add the new information - forum etiquette.
Second, there's a sticky topic in the Playing Card Plethora that lists coupon codes for various retailers, including after-market sellers. There's a good chance one or more of them are selling it - and you can get the discount!
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I don't but don't feel bad, different decks appeal to different people for different reasons. I appreciate and admire all forms of art, my favorite being Baroque. And while I don't like much of Picasso's work, I admire that he is a masterful artist. It's the same with your decks, I can see the artistry and ingenuity of your first deck but I'm just not drawn to it. The upcoming deck is thematically more appealing to my personal tastes.
That being said, perhaps I was too harsh to say I wasn't fond of the deck. It would be fairer to say that it is not enough to encourage me to purchase a deck. I asked my wife, who while my better often has a different vision of art and she says she wants it. See what you did, now I have to go buy it for her :)
Of course your website says you are out of stock of the curator deck. :( Is there another distributor?
Haha, I'll have to thank your wife :) Don't worry, I know very well how different decks appeal to different people (and I've received very hateful comments about my art). If you owned the deck, I was just curious if there was anything specific about it you weren't fond of. However, I do think you'll be fond of at least one Curator card, the ace of clubs ;)
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=558819374478&l=1aa611db49
I haven't been keeping track of which resellers still have the deck, but send me an email at emjose@gmail.com
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(and I've received very hateful comments about my art)
Hateful? Seriously? What on earth is there to hate about it? It was among the best decks of last year!
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However, I do think you'll be fond of at least one Curator card, the ace of clubs ;)
That Ace looks awfully familiar. :P
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That Ace looks awfully familiar. :P
Indeed! For five years I saw the biohazard symbol everyday at my old job. It was one of the few cards I knew I was going to do when I started cutting the deck..
(and I've received very hateful comments about my art)
Hateful? Seriously? What on earth is there to hate about it? It was among the best decks of last year!
Yeah, I've read mean and nasty comments about my work online, and I've heard them in person from my art shows (the viewers didn't know I was the artist). That's the nature of art though, and the support trumps the haters any day :D
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Don't forget that people will sometimes say very critical things about art in an attempt to impress the listener. (Especially if they have a date with them.) heck, I'd hire you in a heartbeat if I thought for one second I could afford you. :)
It looks like you've inspired my sister to try her hand at a larger format, and multiple colors, like you. She went out and bought the paper a few days ago. I have no idea what she'll come up with!
Here's some of her recent (Valentine's) stuff:
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The second one is awesome. Did she intend for the trees to look like animals at first sight?
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The second one is awesome. Did she intend for the trees to look like animals at first sight?
Maybe it's just my eyes, but to me the look nothing like an animal or animals. But they are pretty sweet - nice work. Tell your sister I said so! :))
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Don't forget that people will sometimes say very critical things about art in an attempt to impress the listener. (Especially if they have a date with them.) heck, I'd hire you in a heartbeat if I thought for one second I could afford you. :)
It looks like you've inspired my sister to try her hand at a larger format, and multiple colors, like you. She went out and bought the paper a few days ago. I have no idea what she'll come up with!
Here's some of her recent (Valentine's) stuff:
Nice work! That's awesome that your sister is tackling on new formats and colors. The papers I use are a little thick (especially the white paper), so I suggest to change blades very often. I go through 1 blade a card.
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The second one is awesome. Did she intend for the trees to look like animals at first sight?
Maybe it's just my eyes, but to me the look nothing like an animal or animals. But they are pretty sweet - nice work. Tell your sister I said so! :))
How do you not see what looks like two stags climbing the sides of the frame?
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The second one is awesome. Did she intend for the trees to look like animals at first sight?
Maybe it's just my eyes, but to me the look nothing like an animal or animals. But they are pretty sweet - nice work. Tell your sister I said so! :))
How do you not see what looks like two stags climbing the sides of the frame?
Even with my new glasses I'm not seeing it. And it's nice to be able to see things more sharply again! All I'm getting is two trees.
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She says she didn't intend for anything to look like stags; they were supposed to be bonsai-like. :)
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She says she didn't intend for anything to look like stags; they were supposed to be bonsai-like. :)
Which is precisely what I see! See Alex, I'm NOT crazy! :))
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She says she didn't intend for anything to look like stags; they were supposed to be bonsai-like. :)
I see a female lion head in the middle between the trees, the eyes are made by the lower branches (I guess eye brows for the upper ones). Whether intended or not, it's a clear representation that people see wht they want to see. The work is nice and well done, I envy crafty people.
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Wow, I had no idea that second one would function as a Rorschach test :)
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Wow, I had no idea that second one would function as a Rorschach test :)
[psychiatrist]
...and how does that make you feel?
[/psychiatrist]
:))
But let's rein this in and get back to the topic at hand, a gorgeous deck of cards by EJ that are coming "soon"!
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Hey Everyone,
I don't have a release date yet for the Clipped Wings deck, but I recently set up an art show for the deck at Bridgewater State University (about 25 miles south of Boston, MA).
There are 60 works on display, and they are on the second and third floors of the main campus library.
If anyone lives in the area or in Massachusetts, please come check out the show! These are the actual papercut cards, and the exhibition will be up until January 9, 2014.
I'm also planning to give an artist's talk/tour of the show in November (date TBD), and I would love to meet any forum members who live in the area.
Here's some more information about the show: http://www.bridgew.edu/art/gallery/Jose.htm
Second floor:
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P8304899.jpg)
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P8304891.jpg)
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P8304926.jpg)
Third floor:
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P8305068.jpg)
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P8305017.jpg)
In conjuction with the show, the curator of the art department set up a case of modern playing cards.
The decks from left to right are:
Bicycle Silver & White Rider Back (Cartes A Jouer)
Ornate
52 Aces
P22 Type Foundry: Playing Card Deck 2008
Ultimate Deck
Curator
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P8305190.jpg)
http://www.emmanueljose.com
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Emmanuel - this looks awesome! Great show!
Now about that deck... :))
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Wow Emmanuel, just read through this entire thread...some amazing work you do, truly creative and inspiring. I wish I was close enough to go see your show, it looks fantastic, Kudos on the event and the new deck.
Now I have 2 more decks added to my want list, Curator and Clipped Wings.
Gratz again :)
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I am really looking forward to seeing this deck see release.
Just have to order myself some Curator decks now. :D
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Thank you guys!
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Your cards are absolutely stunning. How you approached the design of the deck is pure madness, and I love it! I'm happy to say I've a deck of Curator adorned with your penmanship and I have been looking to give it some playmates. Your deck has so much class I feel I could drop it in my pocket then be invited to the kings ball only to have his daughter offered to me as a wife.
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Don't forget that people will sometimes say very critical things about art in an attempt to impress the listener. (Especially if they have a date with them.) heck, I'd hire you in a heartbeat if I thought for one second I could afford you. :)
It looks like you've inspired my sister to try her hand at a larger format, and multiple colors, like you. She went out and bought the paper a few days ago. I have no idea what she'll come up with!
Here's some of her recent (Valentine's) stuff:
nice.
Emmanuel, nice as well :) Even more ;)
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I can't wait for this deck to come out. At least there is not too much of 2013 left...... :)
Curator, which I just got recently, is amazing. Every time I go through it - and I've looked at it way more than any other deck in my (modest) collection- I fall in love with it more. And see more. The images, which you'd think would be kind of miscellaneous, really do hang together somehow astonishingly well. Thank you for this work, it's brought some real pleasure to us card nuts.
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Your cards are absolutely stunning. How you approached the design of the deck is pure madness, and I love it! I'm happy to say I've a deck of Curator adorned with your penmanship and I have been looking to give it some playmates. Your deck has so much class I feel I could drop it in my pocket then be invited to the kings ball only to have his daughter offered to me as a wife.
Thank you Mydnyghte! It is madness, albeit the fun kind :D
I can't wait for this deck to come out. At least there is not too much of 2013 left...... :)
Curator, which I just got recently, is amazing. Every time I go through it - and I've looked at it way more than any other deck in my (modest) collection- I fall in love with it more. And see more. The images, which you'd think would be kind of miscellaneous, really do hang together somehow astonishingly well. Thank you for this work, it's brought some real pleasure to us card nuts.
Indeed, there isn't too much of 2013 left! I'm delighted to know that you see more and more in the deck. From my observations, children who play and look at the deck discover and see things much faster than adults, and that always makes me smile :)
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Well I picked up a couple Curator decks the other day and I couldn't agree more with the recent comments....the more you look the more you see. I just love this deck, kudos again to you Emmanuel!
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I really like were you are going with this deck. I love the 4 of spades. I really like all of them so far. Each card is telling a little story! Cant wait to see whats next!
I liked clipped wings as a name.
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I really like were you are going with this deck. I love the 4 of spades. I really like all of them so far. Each card is telling a little story! Cant wait to see whats next!
I liked clipped wings as a name.
The name was my tiny contribution to the deck. He called out for suggestions and like that one best. I just thought it was apropos, considering both the topic and the medium.
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I really like were you are going with this deck. I love the 4 of spades. I really like all of them so far. Each card is telling a little story! Cant wait to see whats next!
I liked clipped wings as a name.
The name was my tiny contribution to the deck. He called out for suggestions and like that one best. I just thought it was apropos, considering both the topic and the medium.
Very nice Don, well done ;)
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Don indeed came up with the perfect name for this deck. Thank you Don! :D
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With the year halfway over, here are the first two complete suits in Clipped Wings:
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/Screenshot2012-07-04at94346PM.png)
Emmanuel, This deck is amazing, the art is so good, I love how each card is telling a story, Amazing work! I am a big fan! When do you think these are coming out? Now its hard for me to pick my favorite card! They are all good!
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Emmanuel, This deck is amazing, the art is so good, I love how each card is telling a story, Amazing work! I am a big fan! When do you think these are coming out? Now its hard for me to pick my favorite card! They are all good!
Thank you Jamm Pakd Cards! To be honest, I don't know when the deck will be released.
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For anyone who lives in Massachusetts or is visiting Boston, I'm having an artist talk and tour of the Clipped Wings art show on November 17th.
The talk begins at 2 pm on Sunday, November 17th, followed by a tour of the exhibition in the Maxwell C. Clement library. Attendees are also welcome to join the post-gathering event for drinks and light appetizers.
Map & Directions to the Clement C. Maxwell Library:
http://goo.gl/maps/T2sTJ
Parking Information:
On page 2 of the map below, Maxwell Library is building 12, and the parking lot closest to the building is designated as H (West Campus Lot).
http://goo.gl/4Q27T2
Post-Gathering Event at 99 Restaurant:
http://goo.gl/HW6p2C
For any questions, please contact me at emjose@gmail.com. I would love to see forum members there!
- Emmanuel
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For anyone who lives in Massachusetts or is visiting Boston, I'm having an artist talk and tour of the Clipped Wings art show on November 17th.
The talk begins at 2 pm on Sunday, November 17th, followed by a tour of the exhibition in the Maxwell C. Clement library. Attendees are also welcome to join the post-gathering event for drinks and light appetizers.
Map & Directions to the Clement C. Maxwell Library:
http://goo.gl/maps/T2sTJ
Parking Information:
On page 2 of the map below, Maxwell Library is building 12, and the parking lot closest to the building is designated as H (West Campus Lot).
http://goo.gl/4Q27T2
Post-Gathering Event at 99 Restaurant:
http://goo.gl/HW6p2C
For any questions, please contact me at emjose@gmail.com. I would love to see forum members there!
- Emmanuel
I wish I Lived a little closer :-[ Here's to a great turn out for you Emmanuel
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For anyone who lives in Massachusetts or is visiting Boston, I'm having an artist talk and tour of the Clipped Wings art show on November 17th.
The talk begins at 2 pm on Sunday, November 17th, followed by a tour of the exhibition in the Maxwell C. Clement library. Attendees are also welcome to join the post-gathering event for drinks and light appetizers.
Map & Directions to the Clement C. Maxwell Library:
http://goo.gl/maps/T2sTJ
Wish I could go! I am way over on the west coast! Good luck to you! I am sure you will have a great show!
Parking Information:
On page 2 of the map below, Maxwell Library is building 12, and the parking lot closest to the building is designated as H (West Campus Lot).
http://goo.gl/4Q27T2
Post-Gathering Event at 99 Restaurant:
http://goo.gl/HW6p2C
For any questions, please contact me at emjose@gmail.com. I would love to see forum members there!
- Emmanuel
I wish I could go! I am way over on the west coat, I am sure you have a great show! Good luck!
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I may be sort of within driving distance of Boston, but I work weekends and overnight shifts - I'll be looking for Little Nemo in Slumberland... :))
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Although I am very new to card design and collecting, I think what you have is amazing. The fact you can make these out of paper blows my mind. I certainly would purchase these if and when the time comes. Best of luck in finishing this up =D
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Although I am very new to card design and collecting, I think what you have is amazing. The fact you can make these out of paper blows my mind. I certainly would purchase these if and when the time comes. Best of luck in finishing this up =D
Check out his previous deck, the Curator deck, at houseofplayingcards.com...
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You my friend are amazing. I am very jealous of the skill you possess.
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You my friend are amazing. I am very jealous of the skill you possess.
Which skill is that? I just know a lot because I hang out here a lot, I listen and I remember. It helps that I know a few people in the business, but it's not required.
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Sorry to be unclear but that comment was directed towards the artist. Not you Don, sorry bud haha
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Sorry to be unclear but that comment was directed towards the artist. Not you Don, sorry bud haha
[blush] Whoops... [/blush]
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Thank you everybody! Don, we definitely need to hang out more! I'm in Hudson Heights.
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Thank you everybody! Don, we definitely need to hang out more! I'm in Hudson Heights.
Just checked it out on the map - it's a pocket neighborhood inside the larger Washington Heights. Looks like a decent place to live, but the surrounding neighborhoods were a little dicey back in the day...
I'm going to be out-and-about around the East Village with friends Thursday evening next week, probably do some hanging around in the afternoon before that - was thinking of checking out the local magic shops and trying not to empty my wallet, or maybe seeing a movie... Just a generally plan-less day of leisure. Let me know if you want to join me.
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Any new information?
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Any new information?
:)
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/CWredtucksquare.jpg)
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Heard from a little birdie. January or February. Do your taxes early to get that refund check!!!!!
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Fantastic!! Can't wait to see more Emmanuel :D
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I'm new to this forum, so this is the first I've seen of these. Damn, these are cool. I can see the challenge you had with all B+W clubs and spades, and not going just Red+White for Diamonds and Hearts (I think you had to go with black too, good call). I think you struck a great middle ground with the accent red in the images - that cardinal piece just crushes me - too cool. Reminds me a lot of Charles Harper (http://charleyharperartstudio.com) - one my all time favorite artists. Can't wait!
Luke
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Thank you Luke, and welcome to The Discourse! Charles Harper's work is amazing, I love his style.
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What about "the Avian deck?" I freakin LOVE the ace of spades btw. Awesome work, as always.
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For anyone who lives in Massachusetts or is visiting Boston, I'm having an artist talk and tour of the Clipped Wings art show on November 17th.
The talk begins at 2 pm on Sunday, November 17th, followed by a tour of the exhibition in the Maxwell C. Clement library. Attendees are also welcome to join the post-gathering event for drinks and light appetizers.
Map & Directions to the Clement C. Maxwell Library:
http://goo.gl/maps/T2sTJ
Parking Information:
On page 2 of the map below, Maxwell Library is building 12, and the parking lot closest to the building is designated as H (West Campus Lot).
http://goo.gl/4Q27T2
Post-Gathering Event at 99 Restaurant:
http://goo.gl/HW6p2C
For any questions, please contact me at emjose@gmail.com. I would love to see forum members there!
- Emmanuel
Hey Emmanuel, How did your showcase turn out? I am sure it went well!
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DUDE, i am so happy i just discovered this thread. Please let us know when you launch the kickstarter, I'm all in baby. Any Ravens or owls making a guest appearance?
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DUDE, i am so happy i just discovered this thread. Please let us know when you launch the kickstarter, I'm all in baby. Any Ravens or owls making a guest appearance?
Thanks HandSkillz! There's a Raven in the 5 of Clubs, and a Barn Owl in the 2 of Clubs.
To everyone:
I'm toying around with the idea of having early bird pledges for the Clipped Wings campaign, and I wanted to see what your thoughts are on signed uncut sheets as early bird pledges. Would this be a worthwhile pledge to offer?
Also, does anyone know if any other KS projects had uncut sheets as early bird pledges? Off the top of my head I can't think of any.
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I've never had an uncut sheet but I would love to have one. Your early bird uncuts will sell like crazy! If that's what your after then that would be great. To answer your second question, no I haven't seen any campaign with early bird uncut sheets. I've just seen a few affordable ones like the Blue Fontaines at $19 each.
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Decks are the best EB pledges :D
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Decks are the best EB pledges :D
If I do have EB pledges, signed decks will certainly be a part of them.
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DUDE, i am so happy i just discovered this thread. Please let us know when you launch the kickstarter, I'm all in baby. Any Ravens or owls making a guest appearance?
Thanks HandSkillz! There's a Raven in the 5 of Clubs, and a Barn Owl in the 2 of Clubs.
To everyone:
I'm toying around with the idea of having early bird pledges for the Clipped Wings campaign, and I wanted to see what your thoughts are on signed uncut sheets as early bird pledges. Would this be a worthwhile pledge to offer?
Also, does anyone know if any other KS projects had uncut sheets as early bird pledges? Off the top of my head I can't think of any.
Early birds are usually done with two purposes in mind.
1) Let someone who might not otherwise afford a deck have a shot at getting one cheap, and
2) Boosting your initial site traffic, creating some buzz for your project.
Uncuts as early birds is a bit on the radical side. A good project usually only has a small number of them available in the first place and they go fast all by themselves, no early bird needed. It begs the question, "Why make them as an early bird in the first place?" It's the decks that take a bit longer to get pledged for because the ratio of decks to uncuts is generally in the ballpark of 50:1 up to 100:1.
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Early birds are usually done with two purposes in mind.
1) Let someone who might not otherwise afford a deck have a shot at getting one cheap, and
2) Boosting your initial site traffic, creating some buzz for your project.
Uncuts as early birds is a bit on the radical side. A good project usually only has a small number of them available in the first place and they go fast all by themselves, no early bird needed. It begs the question, "Why make them as an early bird in the first place?" It's the decks that take a bit longer to get pledged for because the ratio of decks to uncuts is generally in the ballpark of 50:1 up to 100:1.
Hi Don,
I've been thinking about it since no one's done it before (as far as I know).
Also, I think the uncut sheet of a transformation deck would be higher on a desirability scale than other uncut sheets. To this day, I still get inquiries from people on how they can get a Curator uncut. Out of the 20 or so different uncut sheets that HOPC sells, only 3 have sold out, and the Curator uncut sheet was one of them.
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Hi Don,
I've been thinking about it since no one's done it before (as far as I know).
Also, I think the uncut sheet of a transformation deck would be higher on a desirability scale than other uncut sheets. To this day, I still get inquiries from people on how they can get a Curator uncut. Out of the 20 or so different uncut sheets that HOPC sells, only 3 have sold out, and the Curator uncut sheet was one of them.
Their popularity is all the more reason why you wouldn't need to run an early bird to get them sold out, fast. It's not like the demand for these uncuts will be soft, now is it? :))
Unless you were planning to offer a LOT of uncuts, I'd reserve them for regular sale.
Consider offering people a poster with the image of the uncut on it for the Curator deck. It's not the same as an uncut, but it's the next best thing and would cost less both for you and the customer. Win-win, right?
If you wanted to make a special early bird without giving away your best goodies, make a poster of the Clipped Wings uncut as an early bird tier with a deck - it would be a nice extra. You could make the poster smaller than normal size so it's inexpensive and at the same time cool looking.
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I like the poster idea from Don, I would totally get one. If the early Bird poster offer was sold out I would try to get an uncut sheet of this deck for sure.
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Those are all great points mentioned, but I'm a little uncertain about offering prints/posters as EB pledges. The production value of a print/poster can be much higher than an uncut sheet, but I will give it consideration.
So far, I'm thinking of offering two EB pledges: A) 1 signed deck and B) 1 signed deck + 1 signed uncut sheet.
My intentions are to offer more than the usual amount of uncut sheets than other KS decks.
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I'll tell you right now, if you offer those as early bird tiers, your project's going to launch like a ballistic missile in the first day.
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I'll tell you right now, if you offer those as early bird tiers, your project's going to launch like a ballistic missile in the first day.
With rockets strapped to it.
Signed decks as an EB would be awesome. I personally have never seen that offered before, but KS and I only met a few months ago....sad face
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I'll tell you right now, if you offer those as early bird tiers, your project's going to launch like a ballistic missile in the first day.
With rockets strapped to it.
Signed decks as an EB would be awesome. I personally have never seen that offered before, but KS and I only met a few months ago....sad face
Haha, I don't know how the campaign will do, but I have my fingers crossed that it meets funding. Come to think of it, I don't know if signed decks have been EB pledges before.
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Haha, I don't know how the campaign will do, but I have my fingers crossed that it meets funding. Come to think of it, I don't know if signed decks have been EB pledges before.
They haven't, and neither have uncut sheets.
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Recently, I cut out my logo, and I think I'm going to offer custom 3D paper artwork as a higher-end pledge. I'll take the initial of the backer, cut it out, and have it framed and shipped.
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P1141106.jpg)
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Wow, you do some amazing work there my friend. Very cool!
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Woh... love that, nice Emmanuel
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Emmanuel - that's really sharp-looking!
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Thank you!
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Recently, I cut out my logo, and I think I'm going to offer custom 3D paper artwork as a higher-end pledge. I'll take the initial of the backer, cut it out, and have it framed and shipped.
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P1141106.jpg)
That looks great! Cant wait til you launch your Kickstarter! You will do great!
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Here are some photos of the hardcover Clipped Wings Collector's Art Book that will be a part of the campaign. I just have to do some minor editing, but I'm really happy with how they've turned out. The campaign video will be filmed this coming weekend.
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P2042468copy.jpg)
(http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q306/Ncyclopedia/P2042444copy.jpg)
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That's an excellent addition! Can't wait :D
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I really like that! Looks great! The size looks great as well. Good size pages to really be able to look at the art details.
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I am excited for this launch. So much talent. And great sounding rewards so far.
Singed decks and uncuts for early birds? I am going to do everything I can to be at this lauch with my finger on the trigger!
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Thank you all! I considered offering a softcover book (seem in the third photo), but the size of the photos in it were too small for my tastes.
However, after getting feedback from a few members at UnitedCardists, I decided to also offer a hardcover Curator deck collector's art book as well (same dimensions and layout as the Clipped Wings book).
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Thank you all! I considered offering a softcover book (seem in the third photo), but the size of the photos in it were too small for my tastes.
However, after getting feedback from a few members at UnitedCardists, I decided to also offer a hardcover Curator deck collector's art book as well (same dimensions and layout as the Clipped Wings book).
As long as you also make a compilation art book when all your paper-cutting art decks are completed! :))
Seriously, it's a great idea - it would serve as a companion not only to the deck but to the showings you have for it in galleries. In your shoes, I'd consider making a book for each deck before it becomes a deck, in order to sell them at those showings I mentioned.
Speaking of which - do you keep the originals, or do you sell them?
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As long as you also make a compilation art book when all your paper-cutting art decks are completed! :))
Seriously, it's a great idea - it would serve as a companion not only to the deck but to the showings you have for it in galleries. In your shoes, I'd consider making a book for each deck before it becomes a deck, in order to sell them at those showings I mentioned.
Speaking of which - do you keep the originals, or do you sell them?
Having the books for art shows is a fantastic idea, Don! I should have done that in the past.
I've kept all the originals so far.
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Having the books for art shows is a fantastic idea, Don! I should have done that in the past.
I've kept all the originals so far.
There's nothing stopping you (aside from cost!) from having the books ready for future showings.
Hang on to those originals - but consider making some prints available. Either pick a handful of the most popular, or make them on demand based on the buyer's choice of card. Those would also make a great art show "souvenir" in addition to something for the deck's KS campaign. 1:1 scale prints would be terrifically cool, I think.
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1:1 Art prints will definitely be part of the campaign, and I'll give backers their choice of card.
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1:1 Art prints will definitely be part of the campaign, and I'll give backers their choice of card.
No reason on Earth they couldn't be part of any showings you have for the originals, right? Just thinking it would be a good way to make cash.
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1:1 Art prints will definitely be part of the campaign, and I'll give backers their choice of card.
No reason on Earth they couldn't be part of any showings you have for the originals, right? Just thinking it would be a good way to make cash.
They certainly can, it's just that most of the places I've shown at in the past were cafes or restaurants. It wasn't possible to leave a supply of prints without risking some kind of damage from the environment. However, it would be appropriate to have an art show or opening for the Delicious deck in a restaurant..
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1:1 Art prints will definitely be part of the campaign, and I'll give backers their choice of card.
No reason on Earth they couldn't be part of any showings you have for the originals, right? Just thinking it would be a good way to make cash.
They certainly can, it's just that most of the places I've shown at in the past were cafes or restaurants. It wasn't possible to leave a supply of prints without risking some kind of damage from the environment. However, it would be appropriate to have an art show or opening for the Delicious deck in a restaurant..
Actually, it's easier than you think. Instead of pre-printing, set them up as print-on-demand. Attach a QR code to each piece that, when scanned with a smartphone, takes the art lover to the ordering page for that particular print. Using small submission cards to record orders also works, though not as efficiently. So does handing out cards with the URL for the ordering site. But the best response is with QR codes - quick, easy, instant gratification, and the vast majority of cellphones in use today are smartphones, or at least equipped with a camera of adequate resolution.
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1:1 Art prints will definitely be part of the campaign, and I'll give backers their choice of card.
No reason on Earth they couldn't be part of any showings you have for the originals, right? Just thinking it would be a good way to make cash.
They certainly can, it's just that most of the places I've shown at in the past were cafes or restaurants. It wasn't possible to leave a supply of prints without risking some kind of damage from the environment. However, it would be appropriate to have an art show or opening for the Delicious deck in a restaurant..
Actually, it's easier than you think. Instead of pre-printing, set them up as print-on-demand. Attach a QR code to each piece that, when scanned with a smartphone, takes the art lover to the ordering page for that particular print. Using small submission cards to record orders also works, though not as efficiently. So does handing out cards with the URL for the ordering site. But the best response is with QR codes - quick, easy, instant gratification, and the vast majority of cellphones in use today are smartphones, or at least equipped with a camera of adequate resolution.
That is a really good idea Don, I think I'm going to have to pick up a print this time around......now to find more wall space, lol
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Now that Jackson's Army deck was pushed back and his Independence has launched, are we seeing this soon?
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If Kickstarter approves the campaign page quickly, yes :D
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Great! I can't wait. :D
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Subbed here as well!
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Hi Everyone,
The Clipped Wings Kickstarter page will go live this Thursday, March 20th, at 12:57 pm EDT!
March 20 is the first day of Spring, and 12:57 pm EDT is the moment the Vernal Equinox occurs.
The campaign will have 2 early bird rewards:
1. A signed deck
2. A signed deck + a signed uncut sheet
To Don: should I create a new thread in the Playing Card plethora page, or will this thread be moved there?
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Hi Everyone,
The Clipped Wings Kickstarter page will go live this Thursday, March 20th, at 12:57 pm EDT!
March 20 is the first day of Spring, and 12:57 pm EDT is the moment the Vernal Equinox occurs.
The campaign will have 2 early bird rewards:
1. A signed deck
2. A signed deck + a signed uncut sheet
To Don: should I create a new thread in the Playing Card plethora page, or will this thread be moved there?
Great news Emmanuel!! Can't wait :D
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Hi Everyone,
The Clipped Wings Kickstarter page will go live this Thursday, March 20th, at 12:57 pm EDT!
March 20 is the first day of Spring, and 12:57 pm EDT is the moment the Vernal Equinox occurs.
The campaign will have 2 early bird rewards:
1. A signed deck
2. A signed deck + a signed uncut sheet
To Don: should I create a new thread in the Playing Card plethora page, or will this thread be moved there?
Nice, Count me in! You will do great on the campaign. Nice work!
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Hi Everyone,
The Clipped Wings Kickstarter page will go live this Thursday, March 20th, at 12:57 pm EDT!
March 20 is the first day of Spring, and 12:57 pm EDT is the moment the Vernal Equinox occurs.
The campaign will have 2 early bird rewards:
1. A signed deck
2. A signed deck + a signed uncut sheet
To Don: should I create a new thread in the Playing Card plethora page, or will this thread be moved there?
Have an alarm set for these!! How many Early bird slots for the signed deck will there be?
Thanks!
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Hi Everyone,
The Clipped Wings Kickstarter page will go live this Thursday, March 20th, at 12:57 pm EDT!
March 20 is the first day of Spring, and 12:57 pm EDT is the moment the Vernal Equinox occurs.
The campaign will have 2 early bird rewards:
1. A signed deck
2. A signed deck + a signed uncut sheet
To Don: should I create a new thread in the Playing Card plethora page, or will this thread be moved there?
Have an alarm set for these!! How many Early bird slots for the signed deck will there be?
Thanks!
There are 200 slots for each early bird tier.
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Ah yes, finally :D :D :D do you hav a preview page? :)
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The project has gone live and it sure is selling fast!
I'm rather sad to be too poor to get some original artwork but fairly pleased with bagging an uncut sheet. It all looks just wonderful.
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Phew almost missed out on the early bird cause of a timezone difference. Looks great all round
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Dang it I missed out on the early bird, but still picked up a few decks!