Guess what I got today!!

I'm so glad they've arrived skinny, thanks for being part of the journey!!

Well I finally saw a couple of the printed decks first-hand today, and just had to post something here to share my congratulations and compliments to Annette on a successful project, and two absolutely beautiful decks of playing cards!

Both the VIZAĜO Lumina (red) and VIZAĜO Lumino (blue) decks look terrific!  Legends Playing Cards has done a wonderful job with the tuck cases and the cards themselves.  The colours are vibrant, and really do justice to Annette's gorgeous and unique artwork.  I also love the oversized pips, which really ensures that the beautiful "face" patterns in them get the loving treatment they deserve.   The indices are also super clear, so it's totally functional and can be used for games as well if desired.  And the court cards and card backs are spectacular.  This deck is great for collectors and card players, and would make a great gift as well! 

Annette is a talented artist, and I am so pleased for her that this project became a reality, and turned out so well.  Since it was created by someone who is an artist first of all, the VIZAĜO deck is a unique contribution to the custom playing card industry that really stands out because of stylish, colourful, and artistic look.  Congratulations all round, and I'd like to wish Annette the very best for all her future artistic endeavours, and any further custom playing card projects she might create. 

Thank you ever so much for your kind words EndersGame, truly means the world! I am delighted that with the support and encouragement of amazing people like yourself - these two decks were given the opportunity to be printed and are now finding their way around the world

Hoping you all have a wonderfully safe and Merry Christmas and New Year!

All the best,
Annette

Looks FANTASTIC Annette, congratulations on making this project a reality!

Thank you EndersGame, truly, I couldn't have done it without all you amazing people! Being so close to delivering these decks feels like a dream come true,
and my hope is that they live up to the expectations of everyone who's come on board and supported me along the way

Hi all

Things have been moving forward smoothly, though being so busy with everything going on in the background I must apologise for the delay since my last update here 
The decks are now printed and getting ready to be air-freighted to Gambler's in the US, who will be taking care of distribution in a few short weeks. I can't wait to get these decks in your hands and update your with more photos once I see the completed decks myself When the campaign is delivered I will have some extra decks available on my website + they will be available in a few more locations, which I'll update you on as well.

A recap on production
(there's more in KS updates, but I wanted to include a short recap here as well

Legends supply proofs in both digital and hard copy format (printed on the actual printer used to print the decks once approved), to me this provided real insight into the great care they take to get it right - simply fantastic!


Digital proofs


Hard proofs - un-cut cards


Hard proofs - assembled tucks and 'hand' cut cards

Shipping, Add-ons and Backer gifts
As the decks are being shipped by air, fulfilment should begin within the next 2-3 weeks (this may be longer or shorter, depending on how quickly the shipment gets cleared through customs) - shipping from Gambler's Warehouse will begin shortly after - and my hope is that all backer rewards will be delivered in time for the holiday season.

Backer gifts (stickers and buttons) + Add-ons are all completed and most have been shipped (to Gambler's), except for the signed Art Prints which I'm sending from Australia.




VIZAĜO Postcard prints


Art prints of King and Queen of Hearts (pre signing) - with prototype cards included for size comparison

Thanks again and all the best,
Annette

 I can't say how thrilled I am to end the campaign in such a positive way!


I want to thank you all for being part of the journey, offering feedback and support and making this a dream come true   



Truly looking forward to the next phase, where these colourful decks will be printed and delivered in many of your most deserving hands!

I've sent through the final (final) artwork to Legends - which now also includes interior tuck box printing (Yay!) - and it won't be long before print proofing begins.



All the best,
Annette

I like Enders suggestion, you can still be obscure, but giving a small hint might whet people's appetite for embarking on a puzzle solving quest

Thanks Eddie,
I felt it was worth taking the risk, with so much awesome support, I didn't want to leave the blue deck til later

It's a real treat every time a new issue comes out! Even though I'm not a collector I'm always finding new and exciting things to read about and look at. You do a great job sharing the enthusiasm and love of playing cards

Earier today we crossed the funding line and VIZAĜO will actually meet the printing presses! I'm over the moon, practically speechless and very very happy. The support for this project has overwhelmed me and means more than I can say! Truly grateful for the opportunity to get these decks printed and delivered in your most deserving hands - thank you all!

I ordered a few prototype decks (from MPC) to get a final look at artwork/layout and also see how this baby will print. While the final product will look somewhat different (given the different printing methods used by MPC vs Legends), I still hope you enjoy this first look at the printed deck:







Thank you and all the best,
Annette

8 Days in and 60% funded.

My own 'manual' kicktraq showing progress (and that we're more than a 1/3 of the way to unlocking the blue deck):


Kickstarter is a roller-coaster of anticipation, nerves and wonders - with a good dose of positive hope that we'll get across the line this time

Annette

Nice back design (and the courts are looking great too)!

Unfortunately the original project didn't get funded, but the VIZAGO Playing Cards project (see my review here) has just been relaunched in an improved form, with a much smaller target for funding.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1932537931/vizago-playing-cards-relaunch

There's a terrific early bird price of US$11 per deck, including US shipping.

Best wishes for success this time around Annette!

Thank you so much EnderGame
I just posted in the playing card plethora section - glad to be up and running again!

Relaunch link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1932537931/vizago-playing-cards-relaunch

and... sorry, couldn't help myself :



Thanks all and - welcome back!
Annette

I'd like to come back to the original point of this thread, namely some impressions of the Damask finish (EPCC) = Elite finish (LPCC).  I recently received a few decks with the Elite finish from Legends Playing Card Company, so I could have a closer look at this finish, and see how it handles.

I've posted my thoughts in two detailed reviews here, so I'll just link to those articles rather than re-post what I wrote there.  Especially the comparison article may be of interest.

Pictorial Review: Legends PCC - Emerald finish decks

Pictorial Review: Legends PCC - Comparing all four finishes

Your pictorial reviews are amazing EndersGame Choosing the finish for a deck of custom cards is like walking into an art supply store and 'waking up' 3 hours later stuck in the pen and paper isles - so many amazing things to choose from! You provide great insights and clear comparisons, which might not cut down on the time spent choosing, but gives invaluable food for thought along the way. Likewise for collectors and players who prefer a particular 'look & feel'

No. Sorry. There was a server issue last night and we are just trying to fix it. We had to load old software to get it started. It will come back to normal soon. Thanks for your patience.

Lee

Good luck guys! I know your're doing a fabulous job (and we'll all be patient ) Noticed the 'fatal error' last night and sincerely felt for you as I pictured the frantic activity behind the scenes  ... Nothing like a white screen to make developers hairs stand on end! Happily, solutions are mostly within reach, even though the detective work to find and fix can be time consuming.