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by Kelly Thorson
Fri May 04, 2012 5:13 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: New Video
Replies: 16
Views: 10571

Re: New Video

That was great Rod. I really enjoyed seeing and hearing you speak again. It's been a long time - too long! :) There are some lovely footage effects, I really like the start. Beautiful work, although I have seen a lot of it before, the collective is even more impressive. Good on ya!
by Kelly Thorson
Fri Mar 23, 2012 9:51 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: John Mayer, Born and Raised Album Cover art
Replies: 49
Views: 37251

Re: John Mayer, Born and Raised Album Cover art

Stunningly beautiful Dave! Like Tony said, those initial drawings are priceless. I think you may have just made a whole lot of work for yourself.
by Kelly Thorson
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:21 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: A LetterPress Film by Danny Cooke
Replies: 2
Views: 2483

Re: A LetterPress Film by Danny Cooke

Another great production. Thanks for sharing that Dave, I enjoyed watching it.
by Kelly Thorson
Fri Dec 30, 2011 8:55 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Mark Baty Leaves Us
Replies: 2
Views: 2674

Mark Baty Leaves Us

A Message from Nancy Bennett, Mark and Jeanne's daughter Melinda called and said Mark passed away today about noon. Information about services will be posted as soon as they're known. The Batys also have two sons, Mark and Michael. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. It is to be expected...
by Kelly Thorson
Thu Dec 22, 2011 8:50 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Mark Baty
Replies: 0
Views: 2470

Mark Baty

Nancy Bennett called and asked me to post this for her. Mark Baty is in hospice in Kavanaugh House in Des Moines. She just left from visiting and said their visit perked him up. While he is unable to talk on the phone, Jeanne has been relaying messages and reading emails to him and he is enjoying th...
by Kelly Thorson
Sat Dec 17, 2011 5:17 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Workshop with David A. Smith, December 2011
Replies: 18
Views: 11931

Re: Workshop with David A. Smith, December 2011

Well done. A 1:1 class with Dave must be fantastic as well as a lot of fun. I'm glad to see you giving those classes Dave, you are a Master of your Craft!
by Kelly Thorson
Sat Dec 17, 2011 5:13 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: It's chipping, it's chipping!
Replies: 12
Views: 7246

Re: It's chipping, it's chipping!

Watching glue chip is so much more rewarding than watching paint dry. :) I had a tough piece that had sat in my shop for almost three days and was only partially chipped. I moved it out into the sun and within a few minutes it was popping away. An old friend (in his 90's) came by and sat down beside...
by Kelly Thorson
Sun Dec 11, 2011 2:36 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: The Art of Gold Leaf Glass Signs
Replies: 40
Views: 22050

Re: The Art of Gold Leaf Glass Signs

I'm not saying anyone should intentionally post misinformation, but if there are inconsistencies or errors in a publication, then I think the constructive thing would be to point them out and supply the correct information. There are tons of historical documents that have errors, however they still ...
by Kelly Thorson
Fri Dec 09, 2011 11:52 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: The Art of Gold Leaf Glass Signs
Replies: 40
Views: 22050

Re: The Art of Gold Leaf Glass Signs

There is a saying - Done is better than perfect. Kudos to you for taking the time and effort to put that together Rod, if there are mistakes, then let those who catch them advise you of them and help you to correct them. It's all good. :)
by Kelly Thorson
Thu Sep 15, 2011 12:38 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: tire safety (when traveling to your next job)
Replies: 9
Views: 7039

Re: tire safety (when traveling to your next job)

Glad you are OK Pat. There are so many unforseens in this life, a good heads up never hurts.
Have you managed to do any glass painting since we were in the Czech? I need to touch base with you one of these days and get all fired up with ideas again. :D
by Kelly Thorson
Mon Jun 06, 2011 6:54 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Elaborate Victorian Style Mirror
Replies: 30
Views: 19294

Re: Elaborate Victorian Style Mirror

Nice.....
OK really magnificent....I was just trying to keep you down to earth. :)
Have fun with the East Canadian, Eh?
by Kelly Thorson
Thu May 12, 2011 4:09 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Paragon Janus Ovation Kiln
Replies: 3
Views: 2405

Re: Paragon Janus Ovation Kiln

Thanks Dave, will you do me a favour and go here and tell me what you think of the suitability of this? I have only ever seen the kilns used in Kamenicky Senov and they are way different. I want to be able to fire painted glass, fuse and slump. I'm also somewhat interested in casting, although I'm n...
by Kelly Thorson
Tue May 10, 2011 10:40 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: First Brilliant Cut GLass Piece
Replies: 5
Views: 3965

Re: First Brilliant Cut GLass Piece

Glad to see you putting the venture to the Czech Republic to use Inga. :)
I wonder if a high pressure washer would work for getting the Cerium Oxide out?
by Kelly Thorson
Tue May 10, 2011 9:29 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Paragon Janus Ovation Kiln
Replies: 3
Views: 2405

Paragon Janus Ovation Kiln

I've been kicking around the decision to buy a kiln for a long time now and I think I am ready to make the leap. I'm looking at the Paragon Janus Ovation as I would like the option to fire both glass and pottery tile. Has anyone any experience with this model? Any suggestions, warnings or tips befor...
by Kelly Thorson
Sun May 01, 2011 12:38 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Screen printing on coroplast
Replies: 5
Views: 3571

Re: Screen printing on coroplast

The last time I screened a coroplast run (5+ yrs ago) I used a catalyst added to a multi purpose ink as directed by the manufacturer. I'm not sure about this, but I was told that multi purpose alone wouldn't adhere well. These days coroplast is such a common substrate that most ink manufacturers hav...
by Kelly Thorson
Thu Mar 17, 2011 7:33 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Blurb Books:
Replies: 9
Views: 4832

Re: Blurb Books:

I use the Spyder 2 for my calibrating, which is supposedly pretty much the equivalent to the Munki. I see a big difference in the calibration on both, but when I place my laptop beside my desktop the colours are not even close to being a match. :?
by Kelly Thorson
Wed Mar 16, 2011 5:52 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Blurb Books:
Replies: 9
Views: 4832

Re: Blurb Books:

Mike, I was wondering how you figure out how to match your monitor to the book in terms of colour and brightness?
by Kelly Thorson
Wed Mar 16, 2011 12:29 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Blurb Books:
Replies: 9
Views: 4832

Re: Blurb Books:

Here is a review on Photo Book Canada . There is also a Photo Book Worldwide as well as a Photo Book America . You can download their software in a few minutes and try it to see if it fits your needs. If you are a Facebook user there is a coupon for 40% off if you "like" them. It would be...
by Kelly Thorson
Wed Mar 16, 2011 9:37 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Blurb Books:
Replies: 9
Views: 4832

Re: Blurb Books:

Very nice Mike. My daughter Jess and I have used Blurb for a few years for our Farm Photography business. They are easy to work with and the book quality isn't bad. I do like the online viewing option especially for the fact clients can order their own extra copies for a year. Jess has a photography...
by Kelly Thorson
Mon Mar 07, 2011 8:06 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Question on Reverse Gilding
Replies: 4
Views: 3227

Re: Reverse Gilding by a Newbie..to the site

There you go Phil. You are getting an offer you can't afford to refuse. :)
by Kelly Thorson
Sun Mar 06, 2011 11:39 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Memorial Conclave Photos Feb 11
Replies: 17
Views: 12254

Re: Conclave Photos Feb 11

Thanks for sharing those Sue, I'm sorry we couldn't join you guys, it would have been fun.
by Kelly Thorson
Sun Mar 06, 2011 11:39 pm
Forum: Letterhead Events
Topic: Memorial Conclave Photos Feb 11
Replies: 17
Views: 19004

Re: Conclave Photos Feb 11

Thanks for sharing those Sue, I'm sorry we couldn't join you guys, it would have been fun.
by Kelly Thorson
Sun Mar 06, 2011 11:33 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Frog Juice
Replies: 5
Views: 3747

Re: Frog Juice

Hi Kerri,
I'm not sure from your post if your entire piece is painted or not.
Just a heads up if you don't already know this, but if any areas are clear sandblasted glass, any clear you apply to them will make the frosted effect from the blasting almost clear again.
by Kelly Thorson
Wed Jan 26, 2011 9:01 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: WHERE TO ORDER LEAF?
Replies: 8
Views: 4900

Re: WHERE TO ORDER LEAF?

W&B Gold Leaf get my vote. Family owned, they have great friendly service, competitive pricing, fast delivery and a good selection of brands and products. I really like their roll gold for borders it comes from 3/8" to 4" wide. They also advertise special pricing for Letterheads, so m...
by Kelly Thorson
Tue Jan 18, 2011 11:37 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: lead Methanol Mirror vs classic mirror
Replies: 3
Views: 2286

Re: lead Methanol Mirror vs classic mirror

I don't know about that Larry, I found the whole video rather stirring. ;) Seriously though, Ismael, I'm not exactly sure what you are trying to accomplish with the video. If it was for teaching purposes, I think it would help to know what the chemicals you are using are. If it was to compare the fi...
by Kelly Thorson
Sat Jan 15, 2011 4:34 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: FaceBook?
Replies: 8
Views: 4631

Re: FaceBook?

Family, friends, family's friends, friend's families, peers, peers' families, peers' friends....... Facebook is like throwing your life into a high speed fan and having to sort through the snippets that are blown back to you to figure out which you own... it's a runaway train.....I can't imagine it ...
by Kelly Thorson
Wed Jan 12, 2011 12:13 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Finished Glass Picture
Replies: 13
Views: 8086

Re: Finished Glass Picture

I got an email asking if I could reload these pics. Thanks for the heads up. :)
by Kelly Thorson
Sat Jan 08, 2011 12:08 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Wall Murals on Vimeo
Replies: 2
Views: 2247

Re: Wall Murals on Vimeo

NICE! Thanks.
by Kelly Thorson
Thu Dec 16, 2010 3:00 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Web site help
Replies: 6
Views: 3193

Re: Web site help

Whatever you decide you should make sure it works on IE. As much as some people hate IE, it is still used by a great deal of the population. Right now your borders are cutting off some of the text.
Content is spectacular. :)
by Kelly Thorson
Tue Dec 14, 2010 4:28 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Golds That Glisten
Replies: 34
Views: 17535

Re: Golds That Glisten

Lovely! What kind/size of kiln do you have Dave?