January 31, 2008
With all of these talks with Disney, I’ve been revisiting some of the old paper models. With the creation of the Wicked Queen’s Heart Box, I’ve created a new, standard layout for the instruction sheets. The new format makes it very easy to change an image or edit text; I used to create them in Photoshop. I also took the time to convert both the Wicked Wench and Sleeping Beauty Castle paper model.
About a year or more ago, I began updating some of the textures, then it went to the back burner for a while. Today, I decided to start it up again, and you’ll be surprised at the end results. The fake stone texture has been replaced with a realistic one, fold lines are clearly marked, and some shadows, bevels, & pattern overlays will be Photoshopped in to add depth to many of the flat surfaces. The improvements are going to be big, and I just may build the new version, replacing the old inkjet one that I first made.
January 30, 2008
A new paper model has popped up at the Paper Model Store: The Wicked Queen’s Heart Box. The box is approximately life-size (it’s hard to be exact by studying the animated feature), and the dagger really goes through the heart. The model is only available as a download purchase at the moment; CD content has yet to be created.
January 24, 2008
We have another triple feature, similar to the last one. This time, Donald is featured.
January 13, 2008
I have been working all day to revamp the Paper Model Store. Now, you can combine downloadable files with CDs and your free mini model.
January 12, 2008
I finally found a way to offer digital file purchases for the Paper Model Store. Not only that, but the new cart system is much easier to use, and all products can be mixed and matched. It’s too bad that I discovered this new cart system shortly before the store is to close. When? I still have no clue.
I haven’t been in contact with Disney since the week before Christmas. I figured that they might have gotten back to the office earlier this week (Jan. 7), but could very well be back-logged with emails, phone calls, and what-not. Basically playing catch-up. I originally volunteered to take the store down (as a sign of good faith) before the completion of the deal, but I think I’m going to try to keep it up as long as possible. I don’t have a clue how long the negotiations will take, and I don’t want the site running on reserves for too long.
The deal will require shutting the store down upon completion, so it’s only a matter of time. Whether I choose to shut it down prior to that is now up in the air. I’d really like to wait, but if it will make the mouse happy and a little more pliable . . .
January 12, 2008
You’ve all been screaming about it, and now it’s here. You can now purchase certain models as downloads. That means no CDs, no shipping charges on the items, and no waiting for the packages to arrive in the mail (perfect for international customers). There are some drawbacks, though.
All download purchases cannot be combined with regular CD orders or the free mini paper models. Sorry. It’s a bit experimental at the moment, but I plan to combine everything so that you can mix and match items at will.
I will add more items within the next day or two, so keep checking.
January 9, 2008
I’ve been wanting to add this set of models, by Webdude, for quite some time. I put off adding them until they came out of their beta release. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like that will happen any time soon. So download these models—with no instructions available—and build your favorite Cars characters (Pepakura Viewer required). From what I’ve seen, even though the models are in beta, they’re pretty darn good!
Models include: Cars logo, Mack, Sarge, Luigi, Lightning McQueen’s trailer, Fillmore, Doc Hudson, The King, Red, Guido, Mater, & the Sheriff.
Following the wallpaper, a new user image was inevitable.
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