I can finally share the birthday coloring pages that I was asked to draw.My friend, Ethan, was going to be turning 50 years old so his wife asked me to draw a dozen coloring pages reflecting all the various interests that he pours himself into. Check out all the pages on my portfolio page: http://tomasquinones.design/coloring-pages-for-ethans-50-birthday
Category: Design
20170125×365
20170125 I’m going to miss my Pebble 2 when Fitbit finally kills it. There is so much about the design and practically they executed so much better than Apple Watch and Android Wear devices. Today, the emoticon design was spot on. This isn’t a particularly difficult photo to take, but getting a glare-free shot of…
STOP SOPA
I’m blacking out my photos on Flickr. STOP SOPA. Edit: Ok, It’s been stopped for now, but I’m still fearful that future sessions of our congress may attempt to pass another such dragonian bill. Please be mindful of the chilling effect that such bills would have on artists and anyone with an iota of creativity….
Pedal-Powered Animals
The drawing of 24 Pedal-Powered Animals has been COMPLETED! Thanks to Audrey for all the emotional support and to my friends for the positive feedback and encouragement to finish all the pages. I’ve drawn so many hours in the last 3 days that I’m in physical pain. I haven’t drawn this much in such a…
The Autodidact Designer
A trend I’ve noticed through the years is that I tend to be a better learner when I can go at my own pace. To some, this might be blinding. It may depend on the subject or the imposed deadline of when the subject must be learned, but overall, I hate being in a class…
Loft Bed Designs
Before I had left Michigan, a friend and I built a loft bed for my small apartment. After moving to Oregon, I didn’t really need one, but now that I’m renting a room I find myself needing it again. Lately I’ve been learning and practicing using Google Sketchup 7 to render my design ideas for…
PVC Cap Light Mounting on Fork
PVC Cap Light Mounting on ForkOriginally uploaded by TomasCoSauce Finally figured out how to mount my light to the fork for $0.45! I think I have it tightened enough to keep it on there, but I wonder if the front heavy light will eventually ratchet itself loose.
A-Frame Bicycle
SN856522Originally uploaded by TomasCoSauce A fun little folding bicycle that happened to be rolling by. I got a chance to talk to the owner, get a demonstration of how it folds and even a test ride. It was pretty light, easy to fold, but creeked and flexed like mad due to all the plastic parts…
Duct Tape Handlebar Bags at Bike Craft 2009
I will be making a large batch of my locally famed duct-tape handlebar bags for sale at the Multnomah County Bike Fair. Where: Colonel Summers Park, Portland, OR.When: Saturday, June 27, 2pm to 7pm See the Pedalpalooza Calendar for more info!