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octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

Now that my list of 1,000 things I had to do is down to about 997 things I still have to do, I've finally had some time to tinker with the artwork for Fireball's 1963-64 cars. Just so y'all know this is still happening, here's a preview (low-resolution and watermarked for obvious reasons):

Be advised this is VERY preliminary and nothing's really been sized or proportioned; this is raw art right now, and I'm guessing it's only about 45% or so complete. I'm constantly discovering little variations in sponsorship markings, how Fireball's name was painted, and little details. I'm trying to make this as comprehensive as I can, so it's taking no small effort. (I also hand-draw the lettering on paper, then scan it and trace it in Illustrator, which takes a lot longer but is well worth the difference. Modern fonts used to represent old-timey hand-lettering really stick out to my eye, so I avoid that when I can.)

There's a lot more to come, but this is going to happen, and I'm setting my own deadline to get it done so I can finally get the folder off my desktop after way too long. I'm just having to fit it between other obligations, which are many and varied, and of late have made a feast of my available time and brainpower. Stay tuned, though, because this is going to be worth it.

Jodie Peeler
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Bill J · Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 393

Looks great Jodie! I am still in for the long haul Smile

DaveVan · Joined: 27 Jan 2018 Posts: 1573

Agreed...looks great......

jokar124 · Posted: Sat Sep 07, 2019 9:29 pm Post subject:

Jodie, will you be including the blue "Fireball Roberts" lettering, "Old Crow" c-pillar decal and blue 410 hp hood callouts for the lavender '63 with the blue "Southeastern Ford Dealers" sponsorship? These items were missing on the old Yesterday's Decals sheet.

Mack · Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 731 Location: deep south

Outstanding so far. That's a sheet that's long overdue.
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octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

john843 · Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 607 Location: S.C. Lowcountry

Jodie, I'm pulling for you too on this one! Don't want to hijack your thread but thought you may be a good choice to ask what would be a good donor chassis to put the '63 AMT Galaxie over? I have a couple from the 3 kit "Classic's" combo which are really simple promos with the slot car post's. I thought about possibly back-dating a Polar Lights Ford chassis but don't know if adapting a stock chassis to race form might look more authentic in the case of a '64. Even considered the chassis from the '57 Fairlane which is a skill level 3 kit that comes in the combo with the Galaxies. Would have to get rid of the molded in exhaust but the suspension looks workable. OR update the '57 Fireball race kit chassis... Any suggestions would be welcome:)

Thanks,
John

replicas · Joined: 04 Feb 2018 Posts: 19 Location: De Pere, WI

60 Ford Starliner

octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

The AMT 1960 Starliner is definitely the best choice as a chassis donor. I still need to get several more for that very purpose.

Jodie Peeler
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john843 · Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 607 Location: S.C. Lowcountry

Thanks Jodie and replicas, I happen to have one of those left. Don't know why I didn't think of it but I do remember the one I built right after they came out had great detail (reminded me of the '62 Catalina SD) and went together well.
Good luck on the #22 sheet.

John

halfbreed999 · Posted: Tue Sep 10, 2019 7:52 pm Post subject:

Jodie do you have a website of your decals. Appreciate any info thanks.
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octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

Unfortunately, no website - I do occasional artwork, when something interests me enough to take that subject on, but it's in partnership with others who handle the printing and sales aspects. Decal printing costs more than I have available at the moment, and I've learned from experience I'm not cut out for customer service, so I'm content to let others handle all that Wink

For whatever it's worth, I did the artwork for the 2016 IPMS/USA Nationals decal sheet, and the "Sea Kings of Apollo" decal sets available from Starfighter Models. I've also done decal artwork that has been available through various print-on-demand services at various times.

Jodie Peeler
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joe b · Joined: 31 Jan 2018 Posts: 209 Location: New Jersey

jodie would you be able to get interested enough to do tiny lunds hallmark homes 1964 galaxie by any chance? Very Happy

joe

Steve England · Joined: 10 Jul 2018 Posts: 23

Great art I too will be in for a set would love to see Tinys Hallmark homes as well that one has been on my list for so long. Desperate for that set.

octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

joe b · Joined: 31 Jan 2018 Posts: 209 Location: New Jersey

well i look forward to seeing the finished fireball sheet. the 63 has been on my to do list for a while.

joe

MarkJ · Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 1300

Looks great, Jodie. The only thing I see missing is the roof number for Fireball's 1963 Southern 500 winner. Its smaller then the other roof numbers and looks like the last door 22's you have on your sheet . I have a ref picture showing it somewhere.

MarkJ · Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 1300

Here are those ref pics of the Southern 500 winner.

octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

Thank you very much for the really good shots of the roof area, which were much needed and are very helpful. The roof number for the Southern 500 winner is one of those things I haven't gotten to yet, along with at least two or three other variations of the "Young Ford" lettering and at least two more variations of the "Fireball Roberts" name on or above the door. With these pictures, however, I can make the roof number that much more accurate. Thanks again!

Jodie Peeler
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octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

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octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

These should be a regular screen-printed decal.

Jodie Peeler
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octopusmotor · Joined: 19 Mar 2018 Posts: 111

A minor update after about four hours of work today:

The initial door lettering from the Southeastern Ford Dealers '63 Galaxie, along with the best version I can figure out of the quarterpanel lettering for his 1964 World 600 car. Oh, and also a much sought-after drinky crow.

This doesn't look like a lot of output, but it all takes a lot longer than you would think, especially trying to re-create hand-lettered markings. I really do not like to use fonts except when I have to, and even then I will tinker with them to make them look less modern. So it's a lot of work - but, I hope, it makes a difference in your finished model.

Jodie Peeler
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