The last big job I designed 'the old fashioned way' (drawn by hand on paper) was back in the late 90's. In those days I would draw my idea with a technical pen and then have it copied with a black and white laser copier. I would then colour the copy using transparent inks and a brush. The results were wonderful but the process was laborious. Mistakes meant I had to start over again as did revisions to the design. When it came time to do the presentations it was another trip to the colour photo copiers in town. If the person behind the counter knew their stuff I got excellent copies but if not then I had to make do with what I got. It was a very expensive and time consuming process. Now the process is a whole lot simpler. I still do all my drawing by hand these days but now it is done with a digital pencil on my computer using an iPad as an interface. The process is a whole lot quicker and changes are instant. There is a colour printer on my desk to create my presentations at any scale I wish in an instant. I love the new ways a whole lot better!
Spectacular fall view
Fall is absolutely beautiful where we live and today was a particularly spectacular fall day. This afternoon after work I looked out the dining room window towards the shop and was struck by the fall colours on the mountain behind it. I had already been enjoying the view as I mowed the lawn this afternoon. I couldn't resist grabbing this picture with my phone. There's five more great days in the weatherman's forecast. I'll be enjoying them for winter is soon on the way.
Count down to IAAPA
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions EXPO is now less than three weeks away. Our display booth has arrived in Orlando and we are busy in our studio with last minute preparations for the show. We'll be set up in BOOTH 980 and look forward to seeing many old friends and meeting many new ones at the show. See you soon at IAAPA!
