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SeanWhelan · « **Reply #50 on:** January 18, 2012, 02:25:49 AM »

I do appreciate the feedback on how you feel about the deck. Everyone has a say. For me though, the reason I created the Galvanic deck was I had this vision in my head for almost 4 years now. This character never left my side. At first it was just a 3d model I created for fun but then turned into a passion and a creation. Originally it was supposed to be turned into a short animated film but thats a lot of work to be done by one person.

So the next big thing was playing cards for me. I turned two passions into one. I'm also creating this deck to showcase my work as an artist, to show my potential that I am and how self-motivated I am. I got my bachelor's back in May last year and still have not been able to find a job related to this field. I work full time as a computer technician and do not want to be doing that for the rest of my life. After that job I go right home and work on these designs in hopes of landing a job in the field.

dmbaggs · « **Reply #51 on:** January 18, 2012, 02:53:07 AM »

Well the first time was just a rough time for kickstarter decks. I think Sean has done a lot of great work and is continuing to make this deck better and better.

@Frost, the theme is going to be appealing to some and not so much to others. I have hated themes of other decks in the past, but they still were big hits.

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #52 on:** January 21, 2012, 03:15:19 AM »

Queen of hearts has been uploaded to the facebook page! Download link available tomorrow

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #53 on:** January 21, 2012, 11:44:59 PM »

Here are the images to view on the forums

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #54 on:** January 21, 2012, 11:46:08 PM »

Would love as much feedback as possible! The rest of the court cards will follow the same concept. next up in a couple of days will be the Jack of hearts! : P

Evan · « **Reply #55 on:** January 22, 2012, 12:14:09 AM »

I like it a lot Sean! Very nice work! The only thing is that those designs in black that are around the queen, seem out of place IMO

Aaron · « **Reply #56 on:** January 22, 2012, 12:16:36 AM »

I really like this deck, I didnt have the money to back it last time around but I will this time!! I really think the custom court cards will help you ALOT in raising pledges and I think you have a pretty good shot at this getting funded. I really like how you are keeping the traditional detail in the robotic court cards.

Good Luck

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #57 on:** January 22, 2012, 12:21:34 AM »

Thanks Aaron! I was hoping having the court card images up would help me with this project.

Evan · « **Reply #58 on:** January 22, 2012, 12:38:38 AM »

Quote from: Frost on January 18, 2012, 02:16:56 AM

i agree with u guys i'm not saying that he didn't do a good job i'm saying if he wants to make a deck that every body will want to have to make it cooler why do u think it failed the first time because people didn't like the theme that's why i didn't fund it but i think your a great artist and designer its the theme of your cards that i don't like..

There is no deck that exists that everyone likes. People have different opinions and have different "taste" in designs.
You said, "if he wants to make a deck that every body will want to have to make it cooler ". But what deck do you know of that everyone has bought and liked?

Don Boyer · « **Reply #59 on:** January 22, 2012, 03:18:07 AM »

Quote from: SeanWhelan on January 21, 2012, 11:46:08 PM

Would love as much feedback as possible! The rest of the court cards will follow the same concept. next up in a couple of days will be the Jack of hearts! : P

The robot at its core is nearly identical to the King. I'm guessing the lack of color spectrum is intentional in the design, so perhaps something around the head for a visual equivalent of hair might help. Also, do more with the hands - the positioning is nearly identical to the King. If color can be tweaked, perhaps an electric rose shade instead of electric blue for the ladies?

Quote from: MagicAddictz on January 22, 2012, 12:38:38 AM

Quote from: Frost on January 18, 2012, 02:16:56 AM
i agree with u guys i'm not saying that he didn't do a good job i'm saying if he wants to make a deck that every body will want to have to make it cooler why do u think it failed the first time because people didn't like the theme that's why i didn't fund it but i think your a great artist and designer its the theme of your cards that i don't like..
There is no deck that exists that everyone likes. People have different opinions and have different "taste" in designs.
You said, "if he wants to make a deck that every body will want to have to make it cooler ". But what deck do you know of that everyone has bought and liked?

Bicycle Rider Backs. Most like Bees and Tally Ho as well.

Evan · « **Reply #60 on:** January 22, 2012, 12:02:47 PM »

Quote from: MagicAddictz on January 22, 2012, 12:38:38 AM

Quote from: Frost on January 18, 2012, 02:16:56 AM
i agree with u guys i'm not saying that he didn't do a good job i'm saying if he wants to make a deck that every body will want to have to make it cooler why do u think it failed the first time because people didn't like the theme that's why i didn't fund it but i think your a great artist and designer its the theme of your cards that i don't like..
There is no deck that exists that everyone likes. People have different opinions and have different "taste" in designs.
You said, "if he wants to make a deck that every body will want to have to make it cooler ". But what deck do you know of that everyone has bought and liked?

Bicycle Rider Backs. Most like Bees and Tally Ho as well.

[/quote] So you think that everyone in the world likes those decks?

moonexe · « **Reply #61 on:** January 22, 2012, 04:53:05 PM »

Rider backs and Tally-Ho are pretty much universal, yes.

But then again, mostly because they're classics.
Bees aren't liked by everyone, though, mainly because of the lack of border and that rumored lack of durability $:-\$

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #62 on:** January 22, 2012, 07:00:45 PM »

Again I understand not everyone will like these designs so lets try to stay on topic : P

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #63 on:** January 23, 2012, 12:25:35 PM »

Well its official! I will be doing a limited run of my Galvanic Playing Cards of only 2,500 decks : D It will now be known as "Bicycle Galvanic Playing Cards: Artist Edition". I will be launching the Kickstarter again February 15th! This time around it will have 60 days to reach its goal. Also, because it is a limited run of 2,500 decks I will bump up the card stock to a higher grade right off the bat, they will include custom court cards and only 50 limited uncut sheets. There's no way it can fail this time after the work I've been into the designs. Once printed, I can officially say I have my own deck of playing cards as a 3D Artist!!! : P

Evan · « **Reply #64 on:** January 23, 2012, 12:29:41 PM »

Congrats man! The deck looks great and I'm sure it will succeed this time!
And I'm just wondering why you chose to use Bicycle? Just wondering

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #65 on:** January 23, 2012, 12:35:54 PM »

Yes to discuss the Bicycle branded deck. I am choosing to stick with Bicycle on the box to show collectors and cardistry people that it is an official playing card deck from a world renown company. This is my first deck as a 3D Artist and there will be more to come in the future. For now, though I need to establish a crowd before I feel comfortable taking off the Bicycle Brand name. Much like Ellusionist did with there decks. However, you guys can prove me wrong during Kickstarter. If the goal amount reaches a certain level (tiers and goal will be giving out before launch) and its demanded..then by all means I will take off Bicycle name from the box and turn the deck into the Galvanic Series

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #66 on:** January 24, 2012, 03:12:27 AM »

How would everyone feel if the deck had an Aristocrat stock right off the bat? : D

Don Boyer · « **Reply #67 on:** January 24, 2012, 03:50:24 AM »

I'm a fan of Aristocrat myself. I love the variant they're using for the Tally-Ho deck the best, since they no longer make the original Tally Ho stock. But the stock on the 727 Banknotes is also top ranks.

Evan · « **Reply #68 on:** January 24, 2012, 03:00:35 PM »

I love Aristocrat at first..... but it breaks down fast

It'd be fine if it was on the Galvanic deck especially right off the bat.

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #69 on:** January 24, 2012, 03:12:54 PM »

What other card stock would you guys prefer right off the bat?

Kanped · « **Reply #70 on:** January 24, 2012, 03:28:56 PM »

999 stock is pretty amazing but it might not be right for your deck. The other popular one is 825 (Bee Casino Stock) but I think it's kinda expensive.

Evan · « **Reply #71 on:** January 24, 2012, 03:34:49 PM »

My top choices are Bee Casino and Bicycle Casino
They may be too expensive to start out with though

Don Boyer · « **Reply #72 on:** January 25, 2012, 12:05:32 AM »

Quote from: Kanped on January 24, 2012, 03:28:56 PM

999 stock is pretty amazing but it might not be right for your deck. The other popular one is 825 (Bee Casino Stock) but I think it's kinda expensive.

What is the 999 stock?

Quote from: MagicAddictz on January 24, 2012, 03:34:49 PM

My top choices are Bee Casino and Bicycle Casino
They may be too expensive to start out with though

Alex recently reported in another topic that USPC no longer offers Bicycle Casino. He also told me about the Tally Ho stock being discontinued. With the move, it appears that they've trimmed down the stock inventory/selection. But they do have variants within the stock lines, such as the modified Aristocrat that's the current issue for Tally Ho. No one here would say a Tally Ho from Erlanger performs the same as a reprint Aristocrat, right?

He also said in that other thread that Bee Casino stock not only costs more, but there's a longer wait time to get your deck printed as well. If forced to guess, I'd say it's because they have to honor their casino contracts first before printing customs, and casinos eat and breathe Bee stock, consuming the lion's share of it...

SeanWhelan · « **Reply #73 on:** January 29, 2012, 01:01:00 AM »

First Promo image to be revealed! Share the link with everyone you know! : P

http://imageshack.us/f/716/firstpromo.jpg/

Evan · « **Reply #74 on:** January 29, 2012, 01:44:20 AM »

That is so bad@$$!

(I don't know if Alex likes cursing on here)

I shared it on my Facebook page

I'm really excited for February 15th!