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hWolsky
= Cult of Ray =
France
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 Posted - 05/03/2005 : 01:03:43
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Actually, there is one obvious profile but not the one you underlined....
We are the Robots. Tuc tuc tuc tuc. |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 05/03/2005 : 20:29:05
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| All someone needs to find is an image of the Virgin Mary and then we can sell it on ebay for $10 grand. That would be an interesting way to raise funds for the forum! |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 05/04/2005 : 02:27:11
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Originally posted by hWolsky
Actually, there is one obvious profile but not the one you underlined....
You got me, hW. I always miss the obvious. |
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VoVat
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
9168 Posts |
Posted - 05/04/2005 : 07:26:46
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I have seen the face of God, and I have dearly paid.
I was all out of luck, like a duck that died. I was all out of juice, like a moose denied. |
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MMD
- FB Fan -
United Kingdom
233 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2005 : 08:53:42
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Bogie, is there any chance you could post a slightly higher quality version? That tiny picture from ebay doesn't really do it justice.
“Not since Orson Welles had one man so many fingers in so many pies, and been the chef as well. And then looked like he went and ate them all. The guy was out of control.” |
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Kirk
= Cult of Ray =
USA
633 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2005 : 15:25:18
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Just for kicks...
 
 
 rock over london, rock on chicago
Why the Hell would you use the color 'beige' for your text? |
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Hatchetman
- FB Fan -
United Kingdom
234 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2005 : 09:49:42
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Cool cover. What's on the back cover?
Ade
As the air conditioner hummed.... |
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vilainde
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Niue
7443 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2005 : 10:17:59
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Fossilized guacamole, I guess.
Denis
"His chops are too righteous. The helmets can't handle this level of rock 'n' roll. Karen, do something!" |
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bogie007
- FB Fan -
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Posted - 05/09/2005 : 11:37:59
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Originally posted by vilainde
Fossilized guacamole, I guess.
Hardy har har...
Denis
"His chops are too righteous. The helmets can't handle this level of rock 'n' roll. Karen, do something!"
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2005 : 11:43:46
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hey double0, unless you've gone, how far off the mark are we about seeing faces/profiles in the cover art?
Do we blame the hallucinogenics? |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2005 : 22:25:24
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Yep, it's not the Virgin Mary, but it sure do look like Jesus.
Quick... put it on e bay.  j/k |
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blarg007
= Cult of Ray =
USA
493 Posts |
Posted - 05/14/2005 : 22:10:22
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Originally posted by bogie007
Hi Everyone-
This has been a strange but oddly thrilling experience, reading what people think about my work, especially before I posted my first response. It's too bad that some people don't think it does justice to songs on the album (fbc) or that it looks like "fossilized tortilla chips" (floop), but everyone has a different aesthetic and a very personal response to the album, so that's okay. So, to answer the burning question on everyone's mind: the font is American Typewriter. As for why Frank chose this particular cover, you'll have to ask him, I can only speak to what I was thinking when I made it and don't want to put words in his mouth. The whole idea behind the abstract nature of the cover has to do with trying to translate how the album sounds (how it sounds to me, anyway) into a purely visual language. I didn't want to use recognizable symbols (like a beehive or something) because I wanted that visual language to be unique to the album. I feel like the music says something uniquely individual, and I wanted the cover art to reflect this by using only color and texture. I chose the warm colors b/c, to me, they invoke a bunch of important aspects of the album: where is was recorded, the type of musicians that play on it, the overall sound of the music, and the lyrics. Okay, so that was my attempt at articulating the ideas behind the cover. I sort of hate doing this because you just can't avoid sounding pretentious when trying to explain artwork, and pretentious people are lame. Thanks for all the feedback on the cover, it's given me a lot to chew on...
I have to admit that I do like this artwork and also that I hated it at first. as an artist, music lover and FB fan I have had only my personal visualization of a cover/theme, graphic or font in my head
when I thought of this new work.
I haven't sought out the bootlegs or whatever but I read jon tivens'
updates and the recent news and was happy that it's almost here and
for some reason I do picture a completly different package in my head.
as I wandered into this thread I immediately clicked the ebay link
saw it and recocgnized the american typewriter font immediately
(I sign write/paint and old school is to learn your fonts)and thought
the background a close up of a brown paper bag (which it may be)
so I thought it was a quick mock up for promo.
as i browsed the ebay page it grew on me and what the bogey man says
makes sense so I'll buy it. but honestly the simple aesthetic works. |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2005 : 10:51:51
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hey bogey, is this one of yours too?
cornered the boy kicked out at the world
the world kicked back alot fuckin' harder
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MMD
- FB Fan -
United Kingdom
233 Posts |
Posted - 05/31/2005 : 14:13:05
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Could we get a higher res version of Honeycomb posted, the low quality ebay shot doesn't do it any justice.
“Not since Orson Welles had one man so many fingers in so many pies, and been the chef as well. And then looked like he went and ate them all. The guy was out of control.” |
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moro
- FB Fan -
Italy
192 Posts |
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Miss Thing
- FB Fan -
USA
49 Posts |
Posted - 06/14/2005 : 20:22:35
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Hey its Violet - I just have to brag and say that the artist who designed the cover for
the "I Burn Today" single...is my son Julian... :-) |
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Miss Thing
- FB Fan -
USA
49 Posts |
Posted - 06/14/2005 : 20:23:48
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OldManInaCoffeeCan
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1467 Posts |
Posted - 06/14/2005 : 20:59:13
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Wow, that's very impressive!
And, Please, Miss thing, feel free to brag here anytime!!!
By the way, how did he get that gig? |
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OldManInaCoffeeCan
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1467 Posts |
Posted - 06/14/2005 : 21:02:37
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| Oh yeah, and if you know, or if you don't mind asking the artist, can you share some interpretation or comments from the artist concerning this painting. Thanks. |
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danjersey
> Teenager of the Year <
USA
2792 Posts |
Posted - 06/14/2005 : 21:55:33
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very nice, it's good to keep it in the family. the left side has alot of push and the right a real pull.
when and where will this be in stores? |
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tobafett
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1713 Posts |
Posted - 06/14/2005 : 22:12:36
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i dig the cover...(esp. the font--use it ALL the time!)
very groovy. |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 01:00:33
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I would never have thought it was done by a seven year old.
it's a lovely cover, and because it's on an fb record, you just presume it was done by an artist/designer.
Go Julian!
I look forward to seeing some more of your work in the future.
The boy got talent. |
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 02:42:39
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Thanks for the heads up, Violet. Do we have a copy of this image somewhere? Have I just missed it?
 "Join the Cult of Frank / And you'll be enlightened" |
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fbc
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United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 03:25:40
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you haven't missed it. it's a few posts above yours
but just in case, and just for you
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 03:39:53
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What a great surprise! Thanks, Violet!
I still believe in the excellent joy of the Catholics |
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 10:39:11
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Hey, thanks fbc; very interesting! I feel so out of the loop Frank-wise, though thankfully Frog in the Sand is helping me get up to speed. :)
"Join the Cult of Frank / And you'll be enlightened" |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 17:23:49
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Wow, that's great! Your 7 year old son did that?! FANTASTIC!
(By the way, thanks for the heads up, OldMan!! ) |
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Mass Pleeze
- FB Fan -
USA
153 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 18:00:58
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Thanks for sharing that Violet.
FYI - it was epiphanic seeing the Pixies in L.A. 6/2/05 <late>.
Sent a note to "The Man" in his highness' thread. Exquisite absolute.
P.S. Not the one in So. Patagonia.
can you swing from a good rope?
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 20:40:07
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Violet, thanks for checking in and posting. Wow that cover art by Julian is amazing... wow to think what he can do at seven!! All the exciting possibilites he has with all that talent!!! And how lucky you are to have all that beautiful art to hang in your place. And how lucky us fans are to get a copy of his "early work" on the I Burn Today single!!! 
May I ask what medium Julian used (acrylic, oil or computer). Thank you!
Hope you and your family are well...take care and thanks for dropping in! |
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OldManInaCoffeeCan
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1467 Posts |
Posted - 06/17/2005 : 22:25:58
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Alright, Miss Thing, it's my turn to do a little braggin', this painting is by my 8 year-old daughter, Maggie,
and it is her interpretation of Vincent van Gogh's "Stary Night" painted while
in an art camp conducted by Mrs. CoffeeCan during the week beginning June 13, 2005.
Maggie's "Stary Night" [original by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890)]
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 06/18/2005 : 02:44:44
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Rich, Mrs Coffeecan and yourdself guide Maggie well. You must be proud.
It sure is brightening up my screen. How much for a commissioned piece?
And what is it with blues, yellows and black? They go so well together. Children are so smart.
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billgoodman
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Netherlands
6214 Posts |
Posted - 06/18/2005 : 06:16:46
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Originally posted by moro
http://eil.com/shop/moreinfo.asp?catalogid=326805
and please, note that bonus track...
and please, not that price!
but hey
thanks for the info notheless
it's not like you put the pricetag on it!
 "I joined the cult of Jon Tiven/Bye!" |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 06/18/2005 : 07:14:45
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OldManInaCoffeeCan
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1467 Posts |
Posted - 06/18/2005 : 07:46:42
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Originally posted by Carl
The next generation have some artistic talent after all! ;)
You got that right Carl! The more time I spend with kids of all ages, including teenagers,
the more I'm comforted in the fact that they will make this world a better place.
(Hey, even the saggin' and subwoofers don't bother me, Go ahead kids,
'SPRESS YOURSELF!) |
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OldManInaCoffeeCan
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1467 Posts |
Posted - 06/18/2005 : 07:58:14
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Originally posted by fbc
Rich, Mrs Coffeecan and yourdself guide Maggie well. You must be proud.
It sure is brightening up my screen. How much for a commissioned piece?
And what is it with blues, yellows and black? They go so well together. Children are so smart.
Thanks fbc, as you know from being a parent, there is no more important mission than to meet the needs of your child.
[Maggie and I just cooked breakfast together, she loves to break the eggs...I was singing "Headache" acappella...
she liked it, so I put on Frank's version, she liked that one better! Helluva way to start your day, huh!]
And, as I was looking at Maggie's art from this week, I couldn't believe the similarity between her
"Stary Night" and Julian, Miss Thing and The Man's 7 year-old son, cover for "I Burn Today"...I had to post it.
Also, you're right, those blues, yellows and blacks really go well together. |
Edited by - OldManInaCoffeeCan on 06/18/2005 08:01:23 |
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Honeycomb artwork (?)
