I think I speak for Alfa Romeo enthusiasts everywhere when I say that this marque belongs in Formula One Grand Prix racing. Now. Yes, I know. I’m dreaming. But at least allow me to present my case…
Why Alfa Romeo Should Give F1 Another Shot
On March - 12 - 2010
CDF Video Library – The Saga of Formula One – Volume 1
On February - 22 - 2010
Two weeks ago, we reviewed Lap of the Gods, arguably one of the best F1 videos ever produced. Now, Terrific Stuff brings us The Saga of Formula One – Volume 1, a cornucopia of footage, interviews and anecdotes. Alain Boisnard’s films and the voice of Bob Constanduros comprise two programs:
CDF Video Library – Lap of the Gods
On February - 9 - 2010
Every time I see the front of Cobo Hall (what I like to call the Q*bert facade), the first thing that comes to my mind is the image above: Nelson Piquet slamming down through the gears as he approaches Washington Boulevard. After several sharp turns and a quick trip through the tunnel, he unleashes the full fury of his Honda V6 along the Detroit River. Everything is running smoothly. Then, out of nowhere, WHAM! A slower car trips up Piquet, sending him into a barrier. The voice of F1, Murray Walker, quips, “Oh, well. It can happen to the best, can’t it! We’ll turn a blind eye to that one, Nelson!”
New Leno Show Brings Car Races to Prime Time
On August - 6 - 2009
We know Jay Leno loves cars. We were hoping he’d have had a hand in helping to bring Top Gear to the US, but will have to settle for the news that he will include cars and stars (together) on his new primetime show. Speaking at a press event for the show, Leno extrapolated on his new format, which includes an advertiser-friendly “Green Car Challenge” race segment pitting celebrities against each other.
Other segments will include the familiar Jay-walking and funny headlines, as well as Daily Show-esque taped correspondent shorts.
Car racing on primetime. Only Jay could manage to save us from an American Idol without Paula!
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The Joy of Sketch!
On April - 1 - 2009
Thumbnails are great way to crank out several sketches when exploring options to create a larger rendering or piece of art. I started sketching on post-it notes for a little while and really had a lot of fun doing it. I used a 3X3 post-it note and try to squeeze in 3 sketches per post-it. It helps you to work out your perspectives ,views, and rough composition without getting into the details.
Tutorials: I Feel the Need….the Need for Speeeeed
On December - 9 - 2008
Paintings that is! So I thought I would switch gears and show a quick speed painting tutorial. Nothing too fancy….enough to get the idea across. This digital illustration was created using Photoshop; reminiscent of the “Fast and the Furious” or EA’s “Need for Speed” series.
So there are a few elements to consider when creating a typical illustration.
First Bloods’ People’s Curse
On September - 19 - 2008
Here it is, Team First Blood going down with glory as the People’s Curse does it’s thing. This years curse was supposed to allow all of the different teams access to the oil fill hole which they could put whatever they wanted to in it while it was running. Nuts, bolts, bananas, anything until it blew. But the engine died moments before the team was notified of the looming curse. How else could Rambo go down with all the glory?
So Team First Blood requested they get their own time to destroy their creation. A few minutes were granted and aided with sledge hammers. Damage was adequate but not enough to have reason to leave the truck at the track. The intent was that the curse would finish off the truck. So the big can openers came out and finished the job. The truck would become a convertible in a matter of minutes. What a bitter sweet ending.
Check out the footage of how Rambo and his race truck were put to the grave.
Detroit(ish) Lemons Gallery
On September - 17 - 2008
The gallery is up of Team First Blood. Check out the pics of the truck and the carnage that it endured. I will post the video from the People’s Curse award tomorrow.
24 Hours of Lemons Detriot(ish)
On September - 15 - 2008
Another great 24 hours from this years Lemons race. Team First Blood definitely blew away the competition with our Rambo Chariot. The theme was well appreciated and received a lot of props from the other teams. Sadly though no other teams really created a theme for their vehicle. This really made First Blood stand out, that and the 3 foot long gun pointing out the rear of the truck.
With the arrival of Hurricane Ike in the mid west, rain was predicted 100% for the weekend. When we got to Toledo Speedway the entire pit area was under water. Almost everything was flooded. This was going to be a long weekend. Within seconds we were soaked to the bone. Luckily around 3pm at the start of the race the rain stopped. We had assumed this would just be a temporary thing, but the rain held off for 24 hours. How perfect is that. Not until the awards were be given did the rain start again. I actually got a little sun burned on Sunday. Every where around us had non stop rain with high winds and even tornadoes.
Tray Sliding
On March - 25 - 2008
Front wheel drive cars are usually thought of as boring until you discover the e-brake and reverse 360’s. Check out this “funny as shit” way to spend time in a vacant parking lot. McDonald’s probably doesn’t like it very much but I know you will.
Do I hear front drive drifting circuit? Who wants to start it?
Thanks for the tip Window Licker…
Check out the video-
(( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llQfVfK-OUI ))
