Custom Cover Art Thread - Page 618 - Blu-ray Forum

Blu Tiger · 02-07-2013, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Nissen

I'm afraid I have little insight into the workings of NA copyshops, but I just wanted to chime in with my sympathies. I suppose this is just about the only place where you will find understanding folk with something like this.

Just let me know if you need any help sourcing cover files and I'll do what I can to help on that end.

Thank you.

I appreciate your offer. I will let you know. I guess my biggest question is what kind of paper to use (brand, finish, size) and any other tips???

Boomstick_316 · 02-07-2013, 04:07 PM

I would like a custom Blu-ray cover of Howard The Duck made, but here's the thing; I would like the front of my UK DVD used, as it has been signed by Lea Thompson and Tim Rose. With the back featuring the specs from the German release. Obviously the UK certification can be removed...

Is this possible at all?

Blu Tiger · 02-07-2013, 06:23 PM

If I were to buy a printer for the specific purpose of printing my own custom covers, what would be the ideal printer (technology type, brand, etc.) that is still relatively inexpensive?

And what kind of paper should I buy to print them on (size, finish, brand)? Is there anything else I need to know? Extra software I would need?

I'm looking for responses from members with a lot of experience in this area. Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time.

Dieu · 02-07-2013, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu Tiger

If I were to buy a printer for the specific purpose of printing my own custom covers, what would be the ideal printer (technology type, brand, etc.) that is still relatively inexpensive?

And what kind of paper should I buy to print them on (size, finish, brand)? Is there anything else I need to know? Extra software I would need?

I'm looking for responses from members with a lot of experience in this area. Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time.

I always use a laser printer with glossy paper (for laser). Sometimes in a store like Staples or somethimes at my job, especially for double-side printing (that's a bit tricky to make it fit, but I make an Illustrator file that I re-use).

Blu Tiger · 02-07-2013, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieu

I always use a laser printer with glossy paper (for laser). Sometimes in a store like Staples or somethimes at my job, especially for double-side printing (that's a bit tricky to make it fit, but I make an Illustrator file that I re-use).

Thanks! Is laser better than ink jet for printing covers?

The Passenger · 02-07-2013, 07:30 PM

This was printed on my Epson R220 on DVD paper

Dieu · 02-07-2013, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu Tiger

Thanks! Is laser better than ink jet for printing covers?

by far yes! The inkjet prints are much more sensitive to water (humidity) and UV rays.

Blu Tiger · 02-07-2013, 08:09 PM

I just read online that ink jets are better for photos, and that is mainly what the covers are. Hmmm, decisions...

The Dark Shape · 02-07-2013, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by The Dark Shape

I'm not keen on either official Hobbit cover, so I threw these together. (The backs are still in progress.)

[Show spoiler]

And... done.

Should anyone desire, feel free to PM me.

Dieu · 02-07-2013, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu Tiger

I just read online that ink jets are better for photos, and that is mainly what the covers are. Hmmm, decisions...

I use both. Laser for custom packages like Alien and Star Wars boxset (I like uniformity, I buy amaray and make covers) and inkjet for kids' copies. I prefer laser like I said (but I don't own one cause of the cartidges prices, too expensive for me).

I suggest that you try both in a store that make prints for you. With the same cover, you will be able to compare.

hsox05 · 02-07-2013, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by The Dark Shape

And... done.

Should anyone desire, feel free to PM me.

[Show spoiler]

Any chance you can slap a 3d Logo on that first one?

madridista8700 · 02-07-2013, 11:21 PM

Working on these right now, should be done by tomorrow.

Talzin78 · 02-07-2013, 11:43 PM

My first blu cover. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The families HP movies are different editions so I thought it would be a good place to start. I am using GIMP

https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...eat=directlink

SethRex · 02-07-2013, 11:45 PM

That's a nifty idea. My question is, what are you going to do once you get to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?

jstxanothrxstory · 02-08-2013, 12:07 AM

The special features and credits are a bit hard to read with the background. Maybe add a solid color with some transparency behind it so it'll stand out?

Talzin78 · 02-08-2013, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by SethRex

That's a nifty idea. My question is, what are you going to do once you get to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?

I'll put both in one case for year 7 at least that's my plan

Quote:

Originally Posted by jstxanothrxstory

The special features and credits are a bit hard to read with the background. Maybe add a solid color with some transparency behind it so it'll stand out?

You mean like a block of color behind won't that interfere with the art don't you think. I'll try it though.

Thanks for the input so far

steev210 · 02-08-2013, 12:37 AM

Hi All:
I want to upload some custom covers I made but I'm not sure how to upload the files. I didn't see any instructions on the first page of the thread. Can anybody help me out? I created the cover and uploaded it into Imandix but not sure how to upload to this site.

THANKS,
Steve

Monroville · 02-08-2013, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Darthvong

I can convert The Burning for you. I have the original PSD files saved.

That would be very appreciated! Now if I can get a hold of Demonology about his TERMINATOR cover...

Hubunkey · 02-08-2013, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Talzin78

My first blu cover. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The families HP movies are different editions so I thought it would be a good place to start. I am using GIMP

https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...eat=directlink

Love the idea for this, I can't wait to see the finished series

jj5206 · 02-08-2013, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Passenger

This was printed on my Epson R220 on DVD paper

what do you mean dvd paper? What kind of paper is that?

02-07-2013, 04:07 PM	#12342
Boomstick_316 Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Hertfordshire, England Blu-ray collection:530 DVD collection:116	I would like a custom Blu-ray cover of Howard The Duck made, but here's the thing; I would like the front of my UK DVD used, as it has been signed by Lea Thompson and Tim Rose. With the back featuring the specs from the German release. Obviously the UK certification can be removed... Is this possible at all? Last edited by Boomstick_316; 02-07-2013 at 04:12 PM.

02-07-2013, 06:23 PM	#12343
Blu Tiger Special Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Denver, CO Blu-ray collection:725 Trading Score:27	Ideal Printer for Printing Cover Art Inserts? If I were to buy a printer for the specific purpose of printing my own custom covers, what would be the ideal printer (technology type, brand, etc.) that is still relatively inexpensive? And what kind of paper should I buy to print them on (size, finish, brand)? Is there anything else I need to know? Extra software I would need? I'm looking for responses from members with a lot of experience in this area. Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time.

02-07-2013, 07:30 PM	#12346
The Passenger Active Member Member since:Feb 2013 Location:Ontario, Canada Blu-ray collection:19	Ideal Printer for Printing Cover Art Inserts? This was printed on my Epson R220 on DVD paper

02-07-2013, 11:43 PM	#12353
Talzin78 Expert Member Member since:Aug 2012 Location:South Attleboro, MA Blu-ray collection:509 DVD collection:44 Digital collection:662 Trading Score:157	My first blu cover. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The families HP movies are different editions so I thought it would be a good place to start. I am using GIMP https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...eat=directlink Last edited by Talzin78; 02-07-2013 at 11:46 PM.

02-08-2013, 12:37 AM	#12357
steev210 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2011 Location:Philadelphia, PA	Hi All: I want to upload some custom covers I made but I'm not sure how to upload the files. I didn't see any instructions on the first page of the thread. Can anybody help me out? I created the cover and uploaded it into Imandix but not sure how to upload to this site. THANKS, Steve Last edited by steev210; 02-08-2013 at 12:46 AM.

02-07-2013, 08:09 PM	#12348
Blu Tiger Special Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Denver, CO Blu-ray collection:725 Trading Score:27	I just read online that ink jets are better for photos, and that is mainly what the covers are. Hmmm, decisions...

02-07-2013, 11:21 PM	#12352
madridista8700 Special Member Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Denmark 4K collection:123 Blu-ray collection:189 Trading Score:7	Working on these right now, should be done by tomorrow.

02-07-2013, 11:45 PM	#12354
SethRex Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jan 2009 4K collection:6 Blu-ray collection:7 Digital collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:127	That's a nifty idea. My question is, what are you going to do once you get to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?

02-08-2013, 12:07 AM	#12355
jstxanothrxstory Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Dec 2011 Location:Kingston, Ontario 4K collection:305 Blu-ray collection:1782 DVD collection:963 MA collection:149 Digital collection:319 iTunes collection:235 Blu-ray reviews: 9 Trading Score:22	The special features and credits are a bit hard to read with the background. Maybe add a solid color with some transparency behind it so it'll stand out?

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