Name plates

[Panzer]

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I consider metal/brass name plates to be "Old School" but they still have a place in the hobby as well as 35mm cameras and enamel paints,we were told 5 years ago that enamels were a thing of the past.I consider photoshoped name plates to be the latest in new trends in the hobby as well as paint chipping (over use of chipping) I prefer the use of photoshoped nameplates for the pure fact that I can use some of my own ideals and be more creative on the artistic aspect of graphic designing (WOW factor). Keep in mind that I spend many hours working with PS and I am also self taught,thanks to Bob Tavis who told me how to open the friggin program and start a new file.LOL! Now on the spelling end of things,that's another issue. Again just my thoughts and feel free to tell me to bugger off. Mrosko
P.S. Here is a link to some of the nameplates that I have designed over the last few years
http://photos.kitmaker.net/showgallery.php?cat=14864

...mrosko

 

[Jason W.]

Great job on the name plates, Chris! I agree that these are the next big "thing" but I feel that there are some that consider this the "cheap" route.

I had a judge (atleast thats how he introduced himself) approach me at MFCA and ask me if my plates were made of paper. I explained that they are transparent paper with the letters reversed when printed and the backside painted gold. A raised eyebrow "Hmmm" was his remark. I got the impression from that conversation, that he wasn't impressed...with NO comment on my display!

I still like them and will continue to use them none the less.

Here's one of mine~

Jason

 

[Jim Patrick]

After viewing the entries at World Expo, I have to say that I was attracted to several with some PS nameplates. It catches your eye and makes you look at the figure. Now of course, you have to have a well painted figure to keep that attention but nameplates, when well done, give your figure that "wow" factor. My opinion anyway. I still have a lot to learn about PS nameplates but I'll get there

Jim Patrick

 

[captnenglish]

Chris,
I too make mine on the PC, but have yet to achieve the level you and several other PF members (much like my figure painting) have. Yours are really nice.

 

[Von Bock]

Well I guess I'm from the old school as i still like them the brass name plates. I use alot of Black with Gold lettering or Silver. Of course I am as dumb as a stump when it comes to computers so unless they can make the PS stuff look like the "see spot run" "see Jane run" books I don't know if I will ever get to try it lol. But the ones you guys posted look really nice and do add a nice touch to the model. Chris did you get my e-mail on the S2K bust hope so. Regards all. Brock

 

[Uruk-Hai]

I make them in "Word" with different fonts. Although yours are quite nice as well.
This way one can choose a fitting font, size and colour to match the figure. Not to mention that theyre cheaper.

Cheers

 

[Figure Mad]

H Guys

My thoughts exactly, the way you present your figure is always an added bonus, its the finishing touches that can make the difference, I too produce my own now, I use a rigid clear adheasive plastic to cover some of mine as well. I also believe the base makes a lot of difference, creating a more dramatic setting for a figure, can add a lot to a well painted figure, the name plate is always the final finishing touch...

Dave

 

[Roy]

Well I really like the brass ones...but I like the inventiveness of those produced in photoshop too. I think that anything that can increase your enjoyment of completing your figure and kind of individualising it's presentation has got to be a good thing.

And Chris...I think you have done a really cool job matching the nameplates to your subjects..

All the best.

Roy.

 

[garyjd]

What I like best about the PS plates is the ability to have a wider range of fonts available that better compliment the piece.~Gary

 

[Panzer]

Thanks guys! I really feel that the base work,ground work and the choice of base and name plates are all part of the overall presentation and helps create more of the WOW factor,and after seeing the Europeans painting styles and the fantastic displays at World Expo I will use every tool that I have at my disposal to help my presentation,and yes I think that I have a long way to go to catch up with the Maltese mafia,and the rest of the Europeans. great work guys at World Expo!.Mrosko P.S. Jaume you ROCK! and deserved a gold at EXPO

 

[renarts]

In anything dealing with art, presentation is everything. A lousy frame can detract from a really nice piece of art. The nicer the presentation, the more attention it will receive and the better it will be accepted by the viewer.

PS nameplates or metal name plates, both are excellent compliments that can enhance the presentation of the figure. But both must somehow relate and tie into the figure so as not to detract from the overall appearance. The label or plaque should enhance or compliment the overall presentation, not compete.

There is a certain classical elegance that is associated with the brass plaques. But there is a greater lattitude of creativity with the newer trend of the printed plaque.

Both are excellent in my opinion.

Jason..... you should have thumbed the guy in the eye........ Then he wouldn't be worried about your plaques.....

 

[Robin]

Theres no end to what you can do in Photoshop. I prefer these now though I still use Brass plaques ocassionally.

Robin

 

[btavis]

I think that any number of ideas for nameplates is acceptable. I have seen some really nice parchment paper ones with torn edges with the lettering done in caligraphy that served to complement the period of the piece. I think all aspects of the presentation should express originality and if they are well done then I think that says it all.

 

[Markus]

Hello Chris,

I like your plates and the next time I want to test this methode by myself.

Kind regards,
Markus

 

[megroot]

Hello Chris,

I like your plate's very well. I also are trying to make plates in PS but i still cannot come to any result.
A SBS is very welcome.

Marc

 

[mahross]

Chris - Your nameplates look great. I use MS Word and print them off on good quality photo paper. I have PS but have yet to master it. I am getting there, my banner was designed with it. Hopefully I may be able to produce some nameplates like yours. I agree they all add to the 'effect' of the piece.

Ross

 

[captnenglish]

Originally posted by Uruk-Hai@Jul 10 2005, 04:47 AM
I make them in "Word" with different fonts.

Same here

 

[Brad S]

Chris,

The nameplates look terrific. I love the these homemade plates; less expensive, original, endless possibilities. I don't have PS, but I think any good photo program will do. I use Photo Explosion. Has enough variety and controls to keep things interesting.

Brad Spelts

 

[PJ Deluhery]

I'm with Chris and most of you that do your nameplates on the computer. I do mine in Word, but would welcome a SBS on using PS, if anyone would wish to do something like that.

 

[whdamon]

If we all had the same nameplates, a poorer group we would be. Keep the inovations coming, and continue to showcase the past classics.

Walt Damon