So, these past few months have been CRAZY busy for me, and I haven't had the time to devote to the calendar that I've devoted to it in the past two years. I'd still really like to do it this year though; it's something I really enjoy doing, and I love that you guys are into it and I love being able to provide it as a sort of "community service" to the board members.

So here's my thinking— because it's really quite late in the year for me to set it up as in the past, where I've collected contributions & posted a poll, I'm thinking that it would be pretty cool to be able to take the past COTMs and feature them in the 2011 calendar. Since COTM hasn't been running all year, I'm thinking I can supplement the missing months with some of the Featured Celicas from the home page, along with a few of the VERY VERY close runner-ups from last year's polling. There were a few shots that came in extremely close, and I think they deserve their spotlight too.

As for the cover shot, honestly, it's going to be a toss up for me. I'm leaning towards either using some very high res shots I've got from the meet I went to down in Southern Cali - some nice group shots - or, actually, just using my own car since you don't have to look at it all month anyway. Many (most) of you haven't seen the update on my car, but I assure you, it's quite worthy And of course, having a phat camera, I can shoot a good quality high res picture of it.

Alright - I want your feedback on this, people! The calendar is for YOU GUYS, so I want to know what you all think. I'm open to suggestions too; just keep in mind that realistically, these need to be printed in the next 2- 3 weeks, so time is of the essence.

Why don't you draft Ping in to do some of the PS work for you? She'd love to and she is very good at it.
Anywho I am down for 1-2

This post has been edited by DEATH: Sep 30, 2010 - 11:10 AM

I think using the COTM is a good idea. I wasnt here last calender and i honestly thought that those were the pics you used lol. But anyhow im down for buying one

I'm on board for that. And maybe for 2012 I can actually get a shot on there

Im up for whatever. Bring on the calender!

Alright, if there's a general consensus of support, I'm totally down for producing the calendar again this year. Death - If I need photoshop work, I'll definitely get a hold of her. But you know how I am about my babies... I get kinda... controlling.

So here's where I'm at - I can feasibly have the calendar printed and ready to ship early November. Between now and then, I'd like to try to both "sweeten the pot" and also gauge real interest - because I know how it can go where lots of people say "count me in" and then when I count them in, they're out.

So, between now and October 29th, I am willing to offer a special pre-order price for the calendars. I believe last year I was offering the calendars at $20 shipped domestic. For anyone who wishes to pre-order, I will sell them for $16 SHIPPED ANYWHERE IN THE US OR CANADA. If you're outside North America, contact me and we'll talk.

Please send payment to mjgriff1@gmail.com. YOU MUST INCLUDE YOUR SCREEN NAME, REAL NAME, AND SHIPPING ADDRESS in the info box. All payments will be verified by a confirmation email from me.

DO IT!!!!!!!!

Money sent - Pre-ordered

im in to contribute!

I want one for 100%

note: I need shipped price for overseas!!!

I'm in, but I'll have to wait on paypal to snag some grip over. Will roger up when it hits.

in!

Great! I've been getting some great responses and a few pre-orders. The more pre-orders and feedback I get, the better of an idea I get as to how many need to be printed.

So with that, BUMP

Just paid for 2

im in, just give me a week. (pay day)

i'm in

You know I'm good for at least one Michelle.

This post has been edited by KAOS: Oct 20, 2010 - 6:51 PM

pre-order payment sent!

bump, cause i actually forgot lol

Any news yet as far as what shots ur using and when they're being printed? no rush im just wondering

The shots I'll be using will largely be comprised of the Celica of the Month shots, except for those that aren't available at a large enough resolution to be suitably printed. Any supplemental shots being used will be shots that have been sent to me in the past 2 years by people who missed being in the calendar by a very close margin. There's quite a few, and honestly, some that from a professional standpoint, I think REALLY should have made it in! As for the cover shot, I haven't decided yet, but I'm kinda reserving the right to use a (quality) shot of my own car, since A) I'm makin' the thing, and B) no one will be subjected to stare at it for an entire month, should they object

As for print - I'll have the calendar completed by the end of next week and will send it out for print the following Monday, and expect to have it available for shipping on December 1st.

I'd REALLY like to get a better gauge of how many I should have printed! So in hopes of motivating some of you, I'm willing to extend the pre-order offer of $16 shipped anywhere in the US until I'm ready send the calendar out for print, on November 19th.

Any takers? PayPal to mjgriff1@gmail.com, please include your name, screen name, and shipping address!

Hey Michelle, I'm down for a Calendar! I was actually worried there wouldn't be one for next year. glad to here there is a possibility. I wont be able to send you money till monday (15th) though. I'm also looking at getting a Hoody as well. would be awesome to have with Swap coming to a close. so if that's cool I'll be wanting one

Kevin

This post has been edited by Soulend: Nov 14, 2010 - 1:15 AM

just a little curious.. you did get my money for the calender right? i never got a confirmation email from you..

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I'm Michelle, not Stef.

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I'm on my phone now & can't check but please email me directly so I have your email address you sent it from, & I'll check. Are you certain you sent it to mjgriff1 and not just mjgriff? It's becoming so common that I actually know who has my similar email address; he's an honest guy & will refund it to you if that's the case.

>.> I knew this I swear! lmao... crap I'm sorry :\... this is going to turn out to the one of those "ugh I can't believe I did that" moments.... well then besides that Ill get you the money monday...

I'm so not going to live this down hahaha

Kevin

This post has been edited by Soulend: Nov 14, 2010 - 1:15 AM

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I was checking the wrong email! I got it. sorry for my brain fart

Cool, glad to know everything's alright!

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You DO realize I'm gonna have to charge you extra now, right? lol

Don't worry about it, I know it's hard to keep track of or distinguish the difference between such awesome 6gc chicks... I'll gladly be mixed up with the likes of Stef! I can think of worse people to be mixed up with

Is there any updates?

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