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It was great to see Class 40 D213 40013 Andania back in service after a thorough 20+ year restoration looking and sounding great. Hats off to the owners and everyone involved as the restoration looks top notch.
It seemed very strange to see Deltic 55007 Pinza again, even though we know it is 55022 Royal Scots Grey in disguise. I’m not overly sure about the concept of disguising loco identities but the commercial aspects for the owner is obvious. Nevertheless it was great to see an ex works condition Finsbury Park racehorse coloured Deltic, complete with white cab surrounds again.
Both small Sulzer Type 2 locos Class 25 D7628 (25278) and 26038 sounded great and 37264 looked good as an authentic Scottish large logo class 37.
From an operating point of view 26038 didn’t have the best of weekends, failing on both the Friday and Saturday. Saturdays failure caused quite significant delays. From a trading point of view we had a good couple of days despite the seemingly low number of attendees.
We are very much looking forward to going back to the NYMR railway for their Autumn Steam Gala running from 30th Sept to 2nd October.
We are at several other events this summer so drop by and see our unique pictures and digital paintings.
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Just before we dash off for the NYMRs 70s diesel Gala and Cosford airshows this weekend, I wanted to give a quick update on whats happening in the GDMK Images world. Firstly you can find out about the wall art, digital painting and gifts updates or jump to the editorial pictures update
I think the cover picture sums up June so far in the UK!![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Wall Art Pictures and Digital Paintings
I have released several new pictures and digital paintings over the last couple of weeks. I have been working through the thousands of pictures taken on our tedontourusa trip. These are being added slowly to my Alamy Editorial collection with a smaller amount added to the wall art galleries.
Gift Products
I have been trying out different suppliers for my gift products. I am really happy with my chosen suppliers, new and old. These suppliers are, as you would expect, providing top quality products. You might find things slightly cheaper elsewhere, but I am confident you wont find this quality, of both pictures and products, at our prices.[/vc_column_text][ess_grid alias=”GDMK-Images-2016-Picture-and-Gift-Update”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”june-2016-editorial-upicture-update”][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Editorial Pictures
Pictures from the recent America trip are being added to my Alamy collection. The collection is broken down into lightboxes based on subject matter i.e. aircraft, railways, urban, people etc.
Currently I have been adding scenes from New York and a visit to Fort Lauderdale airport.
We have lots of shows coming up after this weekends NYMR 70s Diesel Gala and Cosford Airshow (which are perfect opportunities to get some awesome last minute Fathers Day presents!!).
We will be at the Lincolnshire County Show, Nene Valley Railway Mail Event, Derby Night Market, Flywheel Festival and Flying Legends in the coming weeks so there is plenty of chances to come and say hi – even if its only to see Ted!
Anyway, times ticking and we need to be on the road towards beautiful Yorkshire. If you are going to be at the North Yorks Moors Railway on Friday or Saturday or Cosford airshow on Sunday come and say hi – we love to meet our subscribers!
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Our Dads are pretty special people. Of that there is no arguing. We may be a little cranky at times, but hey, who can you rely on to embarrass you in front of your friends? Who is Mr Dependable when it comes to bad dancing at parties?
Show your Dad how special he is this Fathers Day with a gift that is truly unique. Buy him a gift with a picture that is just as special as him.
Something different for Dad on Fathers Day
At GDMK Images you will find pictures that are just ‘different’. Pictures that feature familiar subjects that Dads like – jeeps, planes and trains but with a slightly different approach. Paintings that have a unique style.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”dads-deserve-better-1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]And just to add another twist of specialness, all the pictures can be printed on phone cases, laptop covers, tablet cases, eReader cases, mugs, wallets, ladies purses and so much more.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”dads-deserve-better-2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
People Love Our Event Stall
Show after show people go away with gifts and pictures that really stand out from the competition. Maybe its the quality of our products, no cheap tacky imports will be found in our inventory. Maybe its the unique style of picture that is seeing show organisers visit our stall and invite us to their events all over the country.
Whatever it may be, GDMK Images is being recognised as a quality supplier of unique pictures and gifts.
Make sure your Dad knows how special he is by getting him a Fathers Day present from GDMK Images.
We make ordering and configuration as easy as possible as shown below –
Choose your picture
Choose your gift type
Choose a size
submit your order and away you go …….
Most pictures have direct links to each product. If you want a gift that doesnt have a direct link, use the Product Request Form to send details of what you would like. I will be in touch to confirm your requirements.
If you want to buy your Fathers Day gift in person rather than online you can find GDMK Images at the following shows
70s Gala on the North Yorks Moors Railway on the 17th and 18th of June
Cosford Airshow on Fathers Day 19th June.
Get your special Fathers Day gift now!
Cheers for now
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We are just back from a fantastic weekend at the American Airshow at the IWM Duxford.
The American Airshow 2016 was a good event. There was lots of great flying (well the bits I got to see were very impressive). It seems the crowd numbers were down – a result of the advance ticket policy? I know a lot of people without tickets were turned away from the gates.
From our perspective it was a successful weekend despite the low crowd numbers.
We had a blast chatting to those visiting our art stall. Many became customers and bought something – its great to see your own personal work leaving for a new home.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”gdmk-images-art-stall-american-airshow-duxford-2016″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Ted Gets a C-47 Dakota Flight
The highlight of the event for us was Ted making a new friend called Loon. Loons guardians, Andrew and Geraldine, dropped by the stall when they saw a black and white picture for sale on our stall. It turns out it was a picture of their steed for the weekend – C47A Dakota N147DC. After a lovely chat, they invited Ted to fly in the Dakota during the display on Saturday! Well what could we say? Before we knew it Ted was off and away for his VIP trip. I am sooo jealous of that little bear!!!!
July 2016 Update – little did we know that Ted would go one better at flying legends by getting a date with B-17 Flying Fortress Sally B!![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”ted-goes-flying”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Interesting Discussion Generated
My Vulcan digital art picture is always a popular picture wherever I go. As this was our first airshow, it was particularly interesting to listen to the knowledgeable airshow photographers who stopped by. Much discussion was had on whether it was a photograph or art. Even more discussion focussed on its merits as art. Some questioned why someone would sell a badly blurred photo. Others were commending a stunning piece of aviation artwork. It was very entertaining overhearing the banter between friends when opinions differed!
I’m glad the picture does exactly what art should do – generate debate! I’ll side with those customers who bought the picture. Several versions were bought including framed, on canvas and on a wooden block, those people obviously know their art!
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Orders and Upcoming Shows
For those who placed orders, I can confirm that your orders have been processed and submitted for production. You should be hearing from the couriers over the next 10-12 days with delivery slots.
For those who missed my aviation art display, you can check out and order online from the full Aviation Gallery.
Our next airshows are
19th June Cosford
2nd & 3rd July Flywheel Festival
9th & 10th July Flying Legends
We are at various shows every weekend. We will be at Bradgate Park this weekend with a general art stall. Following this we will be taking our railway art display to the North Yorks Moors Railway 70s and Diesel Gala on 17th & 18th June.
If you will be at any of those events, come along and say hi. We love to chat!
In the meantime follow #tedontour on our social media channels to see what Ted gets up to in between shows!
Thanks for reading and please feel free to leave comments below, we love to hear from you!
All the best for now
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I have been fortunate enough to secure wall space in another great retail outlet.
My new outlet is located within the Sandiacre Antiques Emporium which is above Glorious Homes at 50a Station Road in Sandiacre.
Within the emporium you can find same great gifts including Antiques, vintage, clothes, jewellery and collectibles such as Dinky and Corgi toys.
I currently have a wide range of scenes on show which you can buy directly from the shop. You can also collect any web purchase from here and save on P&P![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”sandiacre-antiques-emporium-1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I’d like to thank Tyna for this great opportunity and hope you drop by as there are some great things to see and buy in her shop.
If you have any questions about buying from my retail outlets then please contact me
Thanks for reading
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Fill That Void in Your Home or Office With A Unique Picture From GDMK Images
Everyone has that void in their home or office. That certain somewhere which just needs a little lift.
Fill yours with a gorgeous piece of wall art from my portfolio and transform your void into something a little bit special.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
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Buying Pictures Online is So Easy!
Buying any product from GDMK Images is as simple as 1, 2, 3 ….
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Use the form to ask about any aspect of your potential purchase. I am more than happy to discuss the different products and gifts, which pictures look best on which finish or any other question you may have.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Thanks for looking and reading
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Over Christmas I spent some time working through Photoshop. I wanted to push the limits of my Photoshop knowledge by learning new techniques for producing digital art. Here is a summary of the process I went through and a step by step guide to creating your own digital art!
When you start diving into the depths of Photoshop you start to understand just how complex this software is.
I think many beginners struggle with Photoshop simply because its features are so vast and configurable. It can be hard to know where to start.
One of the important things to keep in mind is that any sort of art is a process.
A painter builds up an image through layers of their chosen medium be it pencils, paint or whatever. A musician takes different instruments and overlays them to produce something special (or not, if you listen to the charts these days).
As photographers we manipulate the rendition of light and time to produce our art.
Digital art is very much the same in that you blend layers of images and effects to produce an overall final picture.
I spent a lot of time working with all the filters, playing with their settings and merging them together on different layers.
There are so many effects possible it is hard to know what you can create – here are a few of my digital art pictures using vastly different techniques.
Another important thing to remember is to make notes of every step you take.
I frequently forgot to note the settings that would enable me to go back and recreate the effects! Many times, in my excitement, I found myself 7 or 8 steps ahead of my notes before realising I had got carried away with various settings.
Its all very well creating a technique, but totally useless if you cant remember how to recreate it. Please remember to make notes of each step as you go!
You will learn the three key elements of digital art are filters, layer blending and layer masks.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Photoshop Filters and Layers
I dont intend to make this in any way a tutorial on how to use Photoshop or specific techniques for digital art. Both subjects are so vast I could never dream to do either full justice.
What I do intend to achieve is to set out what I found useful, and give some pointers, for those who want to push Photoshop further than simple photo editing.
The first lesson I learnt was that starting with a blank canvas didnt cut it for me. After an hour or so I came to the conclusion that creating a colour palette from scratch was way too complicated, and to be blunt, tediuos.
I realised that I had thousands of ready made colour palettes available in my photo collection!
To save yourself some grief, and time, look through your photo collection for an image that has a palette featuring the key colours you want. Remember the chosen picture doesn’t have to be a masterpiece – it only needs to contain the colours you want.
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Layers Blending Modes and Layer Masks
If you want to keep your adjustments under control then understanding the basic layers system of Photoshop is essential.
You are going to use filters and layer blending modes that, when taken in isolation just look a mess. Once these filters, blending modes, layer masks and adjustment layers are put together something beautiful (hopefully) could be revealed. But then again you might just get a mess!!
Layers, blending modes and layer masks are probably already familiar to you from your photo editing work. If not, hold on tight this could get bumpy!
Seriously, if you are not familiar with these features now is the time to start. Below is a very rough and ready quick intro to start you off.
Layers
Layers are an essential Photoshop feature and you need to be familiar with their use.
Without turning this into a full blown layers tutorial, a ‘layer’ is a container overlaid onto the ‘layer’ below it.
Your start image is usually at the bottom of the pile and labelled as ‘Background’. By adding further layers with different contents, filters or settings you affect what you see as your final image.
Layer blending modes
Blending modes affect how the chosen layer interacts with those below. Some blending modes completely obscure everything below that layer. Some allow certain colours or elements, such as lightness or darkness, to show through or be blocked. Some blend colours to produce different colours.
Layer Masks
A ‘layer mask’ allows you to restrict the effects to distinct parts of the layer. A layer mask is usually white which signifies that the whole image, filter, effect or settings of the selected layer interacts with the layer below.
Alternatively you can make a layer mask all black which means the layer has no effect on the layer below.
This becomes very useful because you can make the mask 50% grey (or any value between 1 and 99). This, unsurprisingly, means that the effect on the layer below is affected by half (or the percentage you state).
Even more useful is the ability to paint on the layer mask. You can paint over certain bits to restrict the affect on the layer below. An all white layer mask affects the whole image except for the bits you paint out on the layer. A completely black layer mask has no effect on the layer below except for the bits of white you paint onto the layer mask.
Get really complex by using grey colours to reduce the affect – but now we are getting too much into the mechanics of Photoshop and away from the main topic. You get the idea though?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Filters
I really wanted to get to grips with some of the filters and see what each could do in respect of digital art.
There are so many filters within Photoshop, it is hard to know where to start. When you add in each filters settings and options then you can be excused if you start to feel your eyes glaze over.
Some filters have amazing effects whilst others appear to have no effect whatsoever. Have a play yourself, and see what the various filters can do. I have highlighted those I found useful below.
The very first thing I will state to anyone starting out and hoping to knock up a digital art masterpiece in two minutes is simply – good luck kiddo!
At all stages, keep in mind that your masterpiece will only reveal itself once you have several images on layers that might be described as ‘how on earth did I get that’, ‘what the …’ and ‘hmmm do I delete or duplicate’.
Dont get disheartened early on when your initial steps resemble an incoherent mish mash of random colours. Trust me, it will all come together in time.
Once you have selected your photo containing the colours you want, the first step is to deconstruct that image so it is no longer recognisable.
To do this, make a new layer – it is good practice to leave your master picture as the background and work on new layers as you add effects etc. Dont worry, you wont see any of the background image.
I found the following filters useful in deconstructing my pictures
Distort
Ripple
Wave
Zigzag
Pixellate
Crystallize
Mosaic
Pointillize
You can use one or more of these filters for your deconstruction. Try to keep each effect on a different layer. This way you can easily remove an effect or use the blending modes to fine tune the destruction and resulting colours.
If you really want to get creative try using Liquify for your deconstruction. If you enable the advanced settings you can happily spend hours just playing with the Liquify effects!
Step 2 – Smooth Out The Mess
The next step involves trying to bring a bit of order back to the mess you have created.
Before this step make a new composite layer by using SHIFT-CTRL- ALT-E.
This takes all the layers you have created and makes a new base layer for the next step. This makes it easy to go back to your main deconstructed image if you dont like how your adjustments are working out. Trust me you will be going backwards and forwards between layers to fine tune or completely change things.
I found these filters useful to smooth out the tones
Blur
Motion Blur
Radial Blur
Shape Blur
Again use these either individually or mixed on different layers.
You are defining the smoothness of your final colour tonality in this stage. Run your chosen filter only once or twice to have a chunky tonality. Run the filters 3, 4, 5 or 6 times (more if you want) to create silky smooth tonal graduation.
Step 3 – Bring The Digital Art to Life
Create another new Composite Layer. Duplicate this composite layer so you have two identical layers sitting on top of each other.
On the first composite layer run a filter such as Zig Zag or Wave.
On the duplicated composite layer, run the same filter, but crucially, reverse the settings. By this I mean if you ZigZag the first layer at 90 degs then ZigZag the second layer at -90 degs.
Now we get to the Frankenstein moment when the resultant mess is transformed into something special.
Select the top layer and click on its blending mode. Scroll through the blending options. You will be presented with some absolutely hideous results, but mixed in there will be some beauties – well hopefully!!
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Taking Your Digital Art Further
There are literally no limits to the creativity possible using these techniques. To go further why not add different filters to each of the last two layers before blending?
You can go on and on and on …..
This last digital art picture was worked through with many different layers and effects blended together and finally reworked in black and white.
I have condensed 3 or 4 days solid tinkering into a few hundred words and barely scratched the surface of what is achievable. One useful side effect is the experimentation with layers, masks and blending modes will be extremely useful for your photo editing!
I hope you have enjoyed this article and found it useful. I would love to see your results if you decide to have a go yourself.
It would also be great if you shared your thoughts on what I have written.
Do you have any alternative processes or techniques?
GDMK Images Website Overhaul Focus Is On User Experience
I have overhauled this website to provide a number of significant changes to make your experience much easier and slicker.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
1 – Mobile Experience
The number 1 priority was to make the GDMK Images website totally mobile friendly. All pages are now fully responsive to the screensize of your device.
You can view in fullsize glorious technicolor on your desktop or have a scaled but still glorious technicolour experience on your mobile phone. Functionality of the website is fully accessible regardless of your viewing device.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
2 – Buying Wall Art and Licensing Pictures Brought Together
My second priority was to make the GDMK Images website equally relevant and accessible to you, irrespective of you wanting to buy wall art and gifts or wishing to licence pictures.
Right from the homepage you can select direct access to my Editorial Picture collections on Alamy and Picfair or the Wall Art and Gift Picture collections.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7100″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1450382093916{border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;border-left-color: #0098da !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #0098da !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #0098da !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #0098da !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
3 – Buying and Licensing Options Available Directly From Your Chosen Image
An important factor was to make the various buying options obvious and readily available.
From the homepage you can choose a gallery featuring a defined subject or style of picture.
Once inside the gallery, hovering over the image (or touching the picture on your mobile device) reveals the buying options for that picture. Select the gift or licensing outlet to go directly to the product buying page.
Even if you choose to view a specific gallery, both Editorial and Wall Art options are directly available from each unique picture.[/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7098,7097″ img_size=”full” onclick=”” css=”.vc_custom_1450382111581{border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;border-left-color: #0098da !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #0098da !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #0098da !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #0098da !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
4 – Intuitive Picture Searching and Product Filtering
Every gallery features easy searching and filtering capabilities. Even if there are 100’s of pictures in your chosen gallery, you can use the filter buttons to break the results down into gift types such as Mug, Phone Covers etc.
Use the ‘Search’ box to search the pictures in your selected gallery. All pictures are extensively keyworded to allow easy searching.
At the bottom of each page is a group of the most common used keywords. Select the keyword to see all pictures and products featuring that keyword tag.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7099″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1450382125790{border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;border-left-color: #0098da !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #0098da !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #0098da !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #0098da !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]At the bottom of each gallery is a contact box to request products where a direct link isnt available for a given picture.
Most pictures are available to buy as any standard product.
One thing to remember when requesting a product that isnt listed, is the picture format. Portrait format pictures dont lend themselves well to mugs for instance. In contrast, the taller portrait format is ideal for taller products such as travel mugs.
The changes to the site have been very comprehensive but ultimately should lead to a better user experience.
Should you encounter any broken links or errors please let me know.
Thanks for reading and please let me know your thoughts on the new layout and functionality
All the best for now
Gary
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Do you have a bare wall and don’t know where to start looking to find a quality picture? Live within 40 or so miles of Nuneaton in Warwickshire?
If so, the GDMK Images Personal Art Event is just what you are looking for.
The Personal Art Event is perfect for those who would like something to hang on a wall but are unsure of how an Acrylic Print compares to a Canvas Print or if a 30″ x 20″ print is too big, or too small.
What Is A Personal Art Event
A personal art event brings quality samples of beautiful and unique wall art pictures and gifts to your home or chosen venue for a personal viewing for you and any invited friends or family.
See at first hand the quality of the prints at close quarters.
Get to understand the details of each product and their differences in the comfort of your own environment with no pressure of crowds or other distractions.
Learn about the unique customisations you can make to ensure your purchase is truly unique to you.
See how the pictures can be transposed onto gifts such as phone cases, mugs, t-shirts and bags. Indeed, I guarantee you will find something for that ‘difficult to buy for’ someone every family has, however frustrating their gift buying needs are.
Why Host A Personal Art Event?
view wall art and gifts on your terms at your convenience
in your own environment
no pressure, crowds or distractions
remove the guesswork involved when relying solely on a website to buy wall art and gifts
customise the finish of your wall art pictures to exactly match your home
commission your own work as wall art or gift
a chance to get family and friends together for a chat and a bit of fun!
The host receives a small reward from the events takings which increases should a guest book and host their own Personal Art Event!
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Love wall art pictures but only have a small space available? Live on a canal boat, in a small flat or house? Still at home with the parents?
I have launched a new series of smaller sized products, called ‘Wall Art For Small Spaces’, aimed directly at those people who struggle to find room for large pictures.
The series features my popular Acrylic, Aluminium, Canvas and Wood Grain prints but in smaller sizes. You still get the wow factor but the products fit nicely into smaller areas.
The range features pictures in the following sizes
12″ x 8″
8″ x 8″
10″ x 10″
12″ x 12″
Prices start from £19.95 for a standard 8″ x 8″ Canvas Print so are extremely pocket friendly!
The Christmas Competition is still open until 7th December, so get your entries in for the chance to win a 15″ x 10″ print.
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