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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 25, 2020 20:57:56 GMT -5
Hi It's probably been asked many times...but what binders are the designed to fit? Great work BTW! Gavboi The front and back should fit any binder, and I've included several spines to accommodate different sized binders.
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 20, 2020 11:40:30 GMT -5
Updated (Finally)!
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Post by Mad Mike on May 16, 2019 11:21:34 GMT -5
Sorry for the long wait! Here's Aaron's reply about them: INTERESTING. I would definitely keep those for $15. Both Wayne's and Matt's sites contain some or all of the 'separation sheet' images; the 'B&W' images that don't capture the CMYK printing colors or white (#'s, etc). But the images you sent are much bigger, as you're well aware, and, as you guys mentioned, strangely contain the 'CM' and 'MY' colored GPK logos. It is a bit bizarre that the three happen to be the concepts used for the TCT set as well, as was also pointed out. There definitely could've been another 'sheet' between the B&W separation sheet and the color correction proof sheets ( ). Especially since the old B&W images and these both have that thin black line around the artwork that doesn't show with the color sheets and card proofs. Lastly, the one thing that bugs me is 660a TAD Ill, he's not a puzzle piece like the other two and shouldn't have that trademark line... his trademark line is extra dark, but he also appears to be the sharpest image. That trademark line doesn't show up on the B&W separation sheet or the color correction proofs. Could the GPK logos have been added later? 628a has a blue logo and might copy a bit lighter than red? I'm sure they'd sell better with a GPK logo within the header. Regardless... wherever the source came from, very nice image sizes... a mystery!
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 18, 2019 9:03:06 GMT -5
Hey, so sorry for not replying sooner! I got logged out and didn't see your reply until now!
These scans are great, thanks! I can't see any obvious evidence that the logo was added in photoshop (or by some other trickery), so the originals of these seem to come from a different source than the proofs that have been circulating for years (that were found in the Topps dumpster).
I might send 'em along to Aaron (GPK World) to get his opinion on them.
Truly interesting...
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 19, 2019 9:53:06 GMT -5
Ah! So, it definitely seems to have been printed at home then. Still very curious of the image's origin. Especially since it has a blue hue to it in your latest pic, so it could be a scan from another proof sheet after corrections were made, this one being closer to a final approval. Hmmm.
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 18, 2019 12:42:46 GMT -5
No rush on the scans! I can't make out the printer line in your photo, unless you are talking about the solid line at the bottom of the art, which is also there on the original painting: I was thinking that I'd probably hold on to 'em too, due to the possible historical enlightenment they can shed. Especially since they could top the best scans I've seen of them to date: Definitely ask about their lineage, where they got them from, what they believe they are, or if they even made them themselves. Particularly figuring out how these proofs include the logo would be nice.
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 18, 2019 11:14:19 GMT -5
Well, the plot thickens, or rather thin-ens! There's not much in the way of a description there, especially since the info seems to be for some other item entirely. Even the photo of the backs is actually for one of the seller's other listings ( www.ebay.com/itm/TRASH-CAN-TROLLS-1992-TOPPS-BASE-CARD-SET-OF-3-Great-Condition/233136281176) which is very similar in description to these. Also, in the seller's pics I now noticed that they seem to be hand cut, which is another indication of this probably being a custom made item. I would still ask for more opinions on here, but I'm pretty confident that these are not from Topps. However, they do raise a pretty interesting question about the materials that were printed by Topps before the set was cancelled. Can I bother you to make as hi-res of a scan of each, so I can get a closeup look at them (specifically the logos)? I want to compare them to the separation proofs that have been circulating for some years now and see if the logo was photoshopped in or if these were scanned from a different proof that actually had the logo printed on it by Topps. If not photoshopped, these could prove that other proofs are out there, that until now, weren't known. And you're very welcome!
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 18, 2019 9:27:40 GMT -5
Definitely not sketches, and it is intriguing that only these 3 were used, especially since the entire 'a' set has been seen in scans (not sure where the 'b' set is hiding). Aaron and I did a lot of looking into these at one point as he was adding info to his site and working with me to try and recreate the set as it was originally intended. You can see some of the work in the box, wrapper, uncut sheet, and comic back mock-ups (I'm still forever working on, and tweaking, the card fronts).
I highly doubt Topps made these, as they most likely would not have used photo paper. Most proofs were just printed on whatever cheap paper/card stock they had lying around (quality didn't matter since they were just proofs). Anything from this series that did leave Topps officially seems to be pre-cut and in sealed card slabs, the rest seems to be uncut/uncorrected proof sheets that were saved from a dumpster. Some of these proofs (seemingly the corrected ones) did turn up at Topps eventually and had to be used to make the ANS1 set (which is why it's a rather dark print overall). They had to do this because the original artwork was gone, and remains missing to this day.
Do you have a link to the auction/seller/more photos so that we could investigate further?
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 18, 2019 8:24:21 GMT -5
At first glance, it looks like someone had good scans of the black and white separation sheets that were pulled from the Topps dumpsters and had them printed up on photo paper. The interesting thing though, is that they have the logo present on them, where none of the scans I've ever seen before did (including these 3). There's more info on the ins and outs of OS16 at GPK World, including scans of some of these and even card proofs: members.tripod.com/garbage_pail_kids/US_16th_Series.htm
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Post by Mad Mike on Nov 13, 2018 15:57:32 GMT -5
I just finished up the flyer:
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Post by Mad Mike on May 19, 2017 14:02:36 GMT -5
Anyone want a box to go with that (also not the real thing)?
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Post by Mad Mike on May 19, 2017 13:58:01 GMT -5
I haven't posted in a loooong time, but I am having issues with the spine art and was wondering if others were having the same issue. I have everything printed and ordered a box of 1/2" binders from Staples, but I cannot for the life of me get the spine art all the way in without damaging it aka folding/creasing it up. I have it printed on thick paper too. Maybe my binders suck or maybe I just don't have the steady, patient hand to do this. Any suggestions are much appreciated! Mad Mike - amazing job on these!!!! I had a hard time with them as well, the half inch size makes the plastic very tight. My ultimate solution was to use the long flat metal rod from a hanging file folder (anything similar should work as well), first to stretch the pocket a bit, and then to help push the spines in. Practice on some scrap paper (I ripped and wrinkled a few at first). Go slow and steady and it should get there.
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Post by Mad Mike on May 17, 2017 7:54:45 GMT -5
That's awesome!!! Love it!! It should look exactly like that. Can you do other photoshop wizardry? Like make different body parts look bigger? Asking for a friend. Thanks! Also, tell your "friend" that we are all unique like snowflakes and should be proud to be so!
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Post by Mad Mike on May 16, 2017 15:48:07 GMT -5
I'm also apprehensive after the last few sets. I actually had to look up many of the shows from "Trashy TV" (maybe I'm out of touch) and the "Adam-geddon" had me excited for some wild concepts, but ended up rather predictable. Hopefully this one uses it's concept better (the wide spread of genres is promising), as I do like many of the "Hall of Lame/Shame" ones they've done in a similar vein. I just don't know why we even need themed sets in the first place. GPK always encompassed parodying all things pop culture, so I'm not sure why things can't be all kitchen sink like they used to be. This may even relieve the problem with some, um, not so great ideas, just to hit the required number of art pieces to fill a themed set. Anywho, with that said, the Live Mike did inspire me to do a bit of photoshop (NOT a real pack):
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Post by Mad Mike on Nov 29, 2016 16:06:38 GMT -5
Has anyone seen these yet? According to this thread on Funko fanatics, they are out in the wild (http://www.funkofunatic.com/viewtopic.php?f=98&t=67895&sid=f0b203a69e9c1adb4971eca79a5a2b0d&start=40) but without any pictures, I'm rather skeptical.
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Post by Mad Mike on Jul 23, 2016 11:06:29 GMT -5
Here's the corresponding flick-it Luckily I have a good eye Sweet, 1 down 39 to go! Actually, I have a bunch of them that I am slowly fixing/cleaning up. I'm missing 20 of the 40, #'s: 6,7,8,10,11,12,13,14,17,24,26,31,32,33,34,35,36,37,38,40 If I can't find them, I may try morphing to re-create the in between frames. It won't be authentic, but at least it's something. How it looks now, with the missing frames and before clean up and color:
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Post by Mad Mike on Jul 20, 2016 21:48:01 GMT -5
I'm a perfectionist, so it may take forever! Really I just have to work on the backs and replace a few of the fronts with better higher-res art. So it depends on finding the missing stuff I need and having the spare time to work on it. I have no idea if the email still preserved. I hope it helps you I leave the link (Use Wayback Machine) stumeat.com/gpk.htmlThanks for the link! I have that and the "a" sheet, but the problem is they are too small to use What I'm still missing is some of the "Flick-It" art to finish the backs. Example:
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Post by Mad Mike on Jul 20, 2016 21:37:00 GMT -5
Super Toy Con/GPK Con - Roll Call! 1) Roll Call - What days/times are you attending? 2) Will be you be going to the Friday Artist Seminar? 3) Are you going to the Saturday night bowling? 4) Are you going to the Sunday breakfast? 5) Are you bringing stuff to trade/sell? Are you staying at the Orleans Hotel and opening up your room for trade nights? 6) Any other get togethers planned with fellow GPKers. 1) Friday, Saturday & Sunday 2) Would like to 3) Don't know yet 4) Don't know yet 5) Hadn't thought about it (I doubt I have anything that any of you guys/gals don't already have) 6) Not yet, but there's plenty of time to hit the strip!
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Post by Mad Mike on Jun 8, 2016 14:59:29 GMT -5
I forgot to add the latest flyer, now at 11 guests!
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 2, 2016 12:25:30 GMT -5
When it will be 100% the OS16? I'm a perfectionist, so it may take forever! Really I just have to work on the backs and replace a few of the fronts with better higher-res art. So it depends on finding the missing stuff I need and having the spare time to work on it.
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 2, 2016 11:08:05 GMT -5
I had to take all those pics and warp and color correct them back in shape. This is what I have so far. I may have to try tween morphing to create the missing frames if I can't find the rest. OMG! Thanks!
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 2, 2016 11:07:48 GMT -5
and a bonus This is incomplete Those are awesome! I made this one (which I keep tweaking):
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 1, 2016 12:09:21 GMT -5
I had to take all those pics and warp and color correct them back in shape. This is what I have so far. I may have to try tween morphing to create the missing frames if I can't find the rest.
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Post by Mad Mike on Apr 1, 2016 12:00:09 GMT -5
Hehe, I too plundered ebay for these! You had a couple I didn't, thanks!
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 13, 2016 8:53:46 GMT -5
Maybe that full sheet will turn up. Everything was done on it, including the flick it, but it was the tile puzzle version. I'm still hoping, especially since both sheets are out there somewhere thanks to a Topps Vault auction. Aaron has the pics Topps used in their auction of them years ago and they are too tiny to use for recreation, but at least we were able to figure out what card has what back and what order the comics are in from them.
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 13, 2016 8:47:25 GMT -5
We're up to 10 guests now.
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 11, 2016 12:34:21 GMT -5
Dammit Topps make this set happen. If anyone here wants to get these done as a fan set, I'm very close to done. I either have to pray for a miracle on the flick-its or replace them with something else:
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 11, 2016 12:31:36 GMT -5
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 9, 2016 12:02:54 GMT -5
Here is the negative. The negatives and bluelines are the same size, about double the cards? I put in a card in some of the pics to get an idea of how big it is. Very poignant how they mention turning Detroit into GPK land This is really cool to see, thanks! It looks like you actually have the negatives of the final line work (black plate) and the blue was used as paint guide lines (with each color then being broken into their CMYK values). It's a great look into the process that is used. For a clearer look, I inverted your negative which definitely corresponds with the final line work Aaron has on his site: Finally, here's what the blue lines might have looked like colored, with and without the black ink overlay:
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Post by Mad Mike on Mar 8, 2016 9:50:03 GMT -5
I still need higher resolution versions of some of the art (mainly the ones not in ANS1) to wrap things up. Here's an updated look at my process: Also, thanks to hard work (and lots of squinting) from Barren Aaron, I now know what each card had on their backs and what order the comics are in. Most of the backs have been recreated, including a checklist (I still need to do the puzzle pieces):
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