DeanCarl Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 In the discussions on how to help this site grow and spread the word about lung cancer and the things needed to be done to save lives KatieB said something about starting an online store and selling things like greeting cards and such. Well, I'd been looking for a way to do something for the efforts being put out here and that suggestion caused the ol' lightbulb to go off over my head. You see, one of my hobbies for the last few years has been art. In my case computer generated art. So I said to myself, "self, why not see if Katie can use your art for the cards?". So I contacted her with some examples and she liked what she saw and wants to use them. Neat. But ... She also came up with the idea that maybe there are other folks here who might want to contribute some type of artwork for this project. And I think that's a GREAT idea. When I worked in the mental health field here in San Diego they'd have a "showing" every year of artwork done by mental health patients. It was a HUGE success and brought a lot of attention to the plight of the menaly ill and showed these folks in a very positive light. Maybe something like this can do the same for us. So, if you like to draw, doodle, paint, or whatever let me know here if you'd be interested in contributing a few works. Since we're talking greeting cards here anything from line art to classical to humorous could be used. You don't have to be a professional artist by any means (have you SEEN some of the art on greeting cards? ) Lord knows I'M not! What I'd like to see is a number of different styles that would represent the vast diversity of folks who have this illness. Right now I'm just putting out the idea. If there's enough interest we'll get the whole thing co-ordinated. So let me know! Here's a couple of examples of what I do. http://www.3dcommune.com/3d/galview.mv? ... ndex=1&nd= http://www.3dcommune.com/3d/galview.mv? ... ndex=1&nd= Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilyjohn Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 Great idea Dean. Let's all see what else we can come up with. Who knows there has got to be a lot of untapped talent in a group this size. Lillian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 OOoooh GREAT Idea. I'm getting out my art supplies! FUNFUNFUN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gina Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 Great Idea! BEAUTIFUL work, Dean! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 I can't draw a straight line but I am willing to help in any way I can. God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 It would also be great if someone was good with logo's.. We could use a good LCHELP.COM logo and an LSCS logo... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilyjohn Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 Hey I can't draw either but the logo sounds like a great idea. I remember when I used the term cancer victim. I was reminded that we are cancer wariors. How about a warior in armour fighting a beast with cancer printed on the beast. Then too maybe something like Daniel in the lions den. Some way to show the battle and that progress is being made. Maybe show how THE BEAST is waiting to recieve the final blow. Just a few thoughts. Now if someone can draw them and see how they go over in print. Maybe we can have a contest with people adding their pictures or ideas and vote to see witch one to use. I'm sure there are a lot more ideas to consider it is definately worth the effort. Lillian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted December 23, 2003 Share Posted December 23, 2003 Dean YOU ARE VERY TALENTED! Those are neat and very dramatic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted December 23, 2003 Share Posted December 23, 2003 Dean, what beautiful artwork! I actually make handmade cards (I don't paint or draw, but use materials and my computer) as a "side" business. I would be more than happy to contribute my goods to help raise funds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted December 23, 2003 Share Posted December 23, 2003 I really like this one http://www.3dcommune.com/3d/galview.mv? ... ndex=1&nd= Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted December 29, 2003 Share Posted December 29, 2003 Dean, WOW. Rick, I like the other one. The lighting effects were awesome.!! I can pray, and I can hope. I can lick envelopes. I can deal with papercuts too. Maybe I could get my artistic 8 year old to contribute? That could be interesting..... MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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