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by Ron Berlier
Mon Mar 04, 2013 1:45 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Original Dead Men
Replies: 686
Views: 2084882

Re: Original Dead Men

Larry, what a beautiful tribute to Rick and a nice edition to Machine. Very timely completion of this wonderfulful tribute with the anniversary of Rick's passing just around the corner. Always enjoy seeing your creations :!:
by Ron Berlier
Tue Feb 12, 2013 12:06 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Custom Glass Signs
Replies: 7
Views: 6059

Re: Custom Glass Signs

Rod, thanks for posting the eye candy it's always a pleasure to see your work.
by Ron Berlier
Mon Dec 31, 2012 5:36 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Easel
Replies: 14
Views: 11903

Re: Easel

Robert, those Mucha pieces are just wonderful! I have several books with his work and from time to time page through just soaking in the details of his work. What type of wood is the carved piece? Are you planning on doing more carved pieces as well?
by Ron Berlier
Thu Oct 11, 2012 10:43 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lincoln Highway mural number 25 - Lynwood, IL
Replies: 5
Views: 3942

Re: Lincoln Highway mural number 25 - Lynwood, IL

Jay, as always, great work with amazing detail :!:
by Ron Berlier
Sat Oct 06, 2012 12:53 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Black Velvet On Gold?
Replies: 11
Views: 7559

Re: Black Velvet On Gold?

Lee, wow, quite impressive work :!: How long did it take to do the job and how many books of gold were used?
by Ron Berlier
Fri Aug 24, 2012 9:15 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Copper?
Replies: 1
Views: 1894

Copper?

Has anyone seen the new detective program 'Copper' on the BBC channel? It's time period is mid 1800s in New York City and there are a lot of street scenes with an abundance of old signs and lettering on the city streets, for those that may be interested. Anyone happen to know who did the signage?
by Ron Berlier
Wed Aug 15, 2012 2:46 pm
Forum: Letterhead Events
Topic: Deadman Meet 2012
Replies: 12
Views: 12105

Re: Deadman Meet 2012

In that last photo there is simply "Too Much Information". :mrgreen:
by Ron Berlier
Wed Aug 15, 2012 2:46 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Deadman Meet 2012
Replies: 12
Views: 10601

Re: Deadman Meet 2012

In that last photo there is simply "Too Much Information". :mrgreen:
by Ron Berlier
Wed Jul 11, 2012 11:12 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Prismatic Copper Leaf on Glass
Replies: 11
Views: 7751

Re: Prismatic Copper Leaf on Glass

A beautiful job Mr. Seese :!: Can't recall seeing this technique ever done in copper leaf, but looks mighty good.
by Ron Berlier
Tue Jun 05, 2012 11:07 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lincoln Highway mural number 23 - New Lenox, IL
Replies: 3
Views: 2844

Re: Lincoln Highway mural number 23 - New Lenox, IL

Jay, as always a great job :!: Appreciate your sharing your project journey. I'm curious to know if there is any type of 'protective' coating applied to aid in the removal 'spray can' artwork should it happen?

Ron
by Ron Berlier
Sat May 05, 2012 11:58 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: New Video
Replies: 16
Views: 10581

Re: New Video

Rod, a great video - very well done :!: Your passion for the craft comes through loud and clean. I enjoyed seeing it - thanks for sharing it with all of us.
by Ron Berlier
Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:20 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lynda.com recommendation
Replies: 5
Views: 5065

Re: Lynda.com recommendation

Whoa Dan, that is very impressive even if it wasn't done from 'scratch'. Well done!

Ron
by Ron Berlier
Tue Feb 14, 2012 1:34 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Renewing your driver's license?
Replies: 4
Views: 3246

Re: Renewing your driver's license?

Happy Birthday to both of you guys. Dosen't time fly by even faster now than ever before? :mrgreen: Dosen't seem right that all of us 'legal' folks are the ones who are inconvenienced to scrounge around to find the required documents just to drive. Must be an awful lot of folks out there without lic...
by Ron Berlier
Mon Feb 13, 2012 10:21 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: PC Malware Alert
Replies: 7
Views: 4871

Re: PC Malware Alert

Danny, thanks for the information. Do you have any guesses where it might have come from? Sometimes those malware items can just drive you crazy trying to get rid of them. What antivirus/firewall/etc software are you using?

Ron
by Ron Berlier
Tue Feb 07, 2012 2:58 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: TotemHeads in Jackson Hole, WY
Replies: 4
Views: 3324

Re: TotemHeads in Jackson Hole, WY

Mike, what ever happened to the pole?

R
by Ron Berlier
Sat Feb 04, 2012 1:13 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: The Art of Hand Lettering....
Replies: 6
Views: 4417

Re: The Art of Hand Lettering....

Robare, a very interesting book from long ago. Thanks for sharing the link :!:
by Ron Berlier
Wed Feb 01, 2012 9:58 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Glue Chipping Project
Replies: 24
Views: 13945

Re: Glue Chipping Project

Bob, that's looking mighty good!
by Ron Berlier
Tue Dec 06, 2011 3:17 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Ben Sherman. Glass Gilding NYC
Replies: 6
Views: 4585

Re: Ben Sherman. Glass Gilding NYC

Hi Dave, thanks for sharing with us. To bad you had to pass on a trip to the states. Bob, nice job and for those of us who don't know you personally at least we now know what a dapper guy you are. :wink: That has to be the best holiday 'window splash' I've ever seen. :lol: All the best for the holid...
by Ron Berlier
Tue Oct 18, 2011 5:40 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lear
Replies: 44
Views: 33846

Re: Lear

Wow, it is another exciting project Dave! Do you have any idea of how much that 1/2" glass weighs?
I'll bet this will be another Dy-no-mite piece of art like you always produce. Please keep us posted -

Ron
by Ron Berlier
Tue Oct 04, 2011 12:49 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Gilded yard sign
Replies: 5
Views: 4145

Re: Gilded yard sign

Looks Dy-no-mite Pat :!: So, is the background two layer of HDU sandwiched together with steel frame inside?
by Ron Berlier
Sun Sep 04, 2011 5:09 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: a project or 2
Replies: 18
Views: 12843

Re: a project or 2

How about "Sir Claude Mitzelpick", I believe that one is still available. :mrgreen:
by Ron Berlier
Thu Sep 01, 2011 10:57 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: a project or 2
Replies: 18
Views: 12843

Re: a project or 2

Sir Doug, truly amazing work :!: As I have said before your carving skills are astonishing. Thank you so much for sharing these photos with all of us wannabee carvers.

You are, as one of Noel's glass pieces from years ago said, an "Executive Craftsman" in the truest sense.

Ron
by Ron Berlier
Wed Aug 10, 2011 5:26 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Newest glass sign
Replies: 53
Views: 38234

Re: Newest glass sign

Very nice work Roderick. Is this job for a client's business or home?
by Ron Berlier
Wed Aug 03, 2011 11:27 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: A flash from the past: Pencil Hardness Scale
Replies: 7
Views: 5841

Re: A flash from the past: Pencil Hardness Scale

Ah yes, mechanical drafting, the trade that was always going to be in demand - something every young man should take to prepare for his future. Fond memeories to be sure. I still have my mechanical pencil sharpener, that goes round-n-round and collects a ton of pencil lead, in the original box. Just...
by Ron Berlier
Wed Jul 27, 2011 7:37 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Harry Malicoat
Replies: 12
Views: 9989

Re: Harry Malicoat

Eric,

I too am shocked at the news. Like Larry I have one of the Limited Edition color portraits of Rick Glawson. He was a great guy and very talented. He will be missed by a lot of people. My condolences to you and your family.

Ron
by Ron Berlier
Tue Jun 07, 2011 7:41 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Elaborate Victorian Style Mirror
Replies: 30
Views: 19298

Re: Elaborate Victorian Style Mirror

Absolutely stunning work, as always :!: :!: Hey, I thought there was a recently passed international law that forbade Dave from creating any more of this type of eye candy? I can't recall exactly what the penalty was - perhaps someone can fill in this missing piece of information. Just super Dave -
by Ron Berlier
Thu May 19, 2011 11:12 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Me Likes a Good Mystery...Hows About You?
Replies: 6
Views: 4244

Re: Me Likes a Good Mystery...Hows About You?

Looks like the building that David Butler uses on his web site to me.
by Ron Berlier
Wed May 18, 2011 12:02 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lola Grey Estate Art Auction
Replies: 6
Views: 3980

Re: Lola Grey Estate Art Auction

I too am at a loss. Perhaps Victor simply found a buyer?
by Ron Berlier
Wed May 18, 2011 11:55 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Ribbon
Replies: 3
Views: 2137

Re: Ribbon

Here is a link to a Dover Publishing book with royality free ideas. There might be something here you could use that would be different enough to suit your needs.

http://store.doverpublications.com/0486244431.html
by Ron Berlier
Sun Apr 17, 2011 9:34 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Old Photos
Replies: 2
Views: 2412

Re: Old Photos

Doug, what a nice little jewel of a find :!: Thanks for sharing the eye candy.