UPSB v3

Pen Modifications / iMatt Design Service

Independent Work

  1. iMatt
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 07:30:53

    Hello everybody, as many of you know I am iMatt. I am fairly reputable around here with a high amount of positive feed-back.

    A lot of people have noticed that I have changed my banner and opened up a public email. The reason behind this is that I've been doing some independent graphic work lately as a side-job.

    Now what I am doing is opening my graphic services to UPSB, as in I will be willing to take in requests for custom graphics.

    What I am able to due for people will include as follows:

    • Custom Inserts
    • Custom Outserts
    • Custom Banners
    • Custom Avatars
    • Custom Logos
    • Photo-Enhancing and Editing


    Pricing is as follows:

    Inserts:

    1-piece inserts(such as an RSVP MX): $5.00
    2-piece inserts:(such as an RSVP MMX): $6.00
    3-piece inserts(such as an Fir3fly G3): $6.50

    Outserts:

    Any outsert: $5.00

    Banners: $3.00

    Avatars: $2.00

    Custom Logo: $5.00

    Size Dependent: $3.00 - $8.00

    Picture Enhancement or editing: $1.50
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    Basic Terms and Conditions:
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    1.) All payments must be made before to ensure no scamming
    2.) Payments can be done via paypal or via mail.
    3.) I will allow up to
    4.) All works can be sent in .psd file-formats upon request.
    5.) Hard-copy Inserts can be mailed out upon request
    6.) No copying/modifying other people's work unless permission is provided or the work is open to public usage
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    Payment Options:
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    1.) Payment via Paypal
    2.) Payment via cash (Mail) in USD
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    Shipping Information:
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    1.) Shipping of Inserts, Outserts, and Graphics of pen mediums can be shipped upon request
    2.) There will be a $3.00 shipping fee that will include two copies of set design.
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    FAQ:
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    Q: Why should I pay for a custom insert vs. downloading free ones?
    A: Most free inserts are low resolution, coming in only 72 or 96 DPI.

    Q: What resolution will these inserts be at?
    A: Each insert will be done at 300 DPI

    Q: How many reiterations of an initial design can I make?
    A: Up to (3) iterations after the initial critique
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    Contact Information:
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    If you wish to request a work please send me an email at:

    Gmail: [email protected]

    Windows Live: [email protected]

    With the following details:

    Name
    Home Address
    Graphic(s) Desired
    Payment method: Paypal or Mail

    I will respond soon as I can to get the description and details figured out.
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    Any questions and issues with the service can be posted here.

    Thanks and Happy Modding

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    Examples:
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  2. NoRevo
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 07:44:26

    It wont let me vote... =(

    I choose "yes" because I bet that half, if not the majority want better, cooler whatever stuff

    I'd say all of those prices are reasonable.

  3. phantoxic
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 14:46:41

    sry iMatt but i dont think the prices are reasonable..

    i would say like $3.00 for mx insert?

    well it depends how long it takes you

  4. iMatt
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 15:06:31

    QUOTE (phantoxic @ Nov 4 2009, 08:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    sry iMatt but i dont think the prices are reasonable..

    i would say like $3.00 for mx insert?

    well it depends how long it takes you



    Think about it. Any given insert takes at least an hour if not longer. The minimum wage here is $6.25.

    $5.00 for a few hours of work really is pretty cheap...

  5. envy
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 15:17:45

    u r rly sure that normal penspinner will pay for insert? there r tons of free inserts on the web
    i think modrod-Chris or penwish or some other company maybe interested but for me this is only a good joke

  6. fletch
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 17:51:04

    I think the prices are great, what will depend on it is how good the work is and do you guarantee it? meaning if your customer isn't happy with the design they don't pay until its right.

    I think custom inserts design is a great idea, I would buy a red seamless modrod sized insert fo sho. do you take paypal?

  7. Kam
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 18:59:03

    I think the service is a great deal for those who want a CUSTOM insert.

    As someone who has done professional graphics, I wouldn't do anything for less than $25/hour. And that's actually considered cheap. Now, I understand that iMatt is not a professional graphic designer with a lot of experience, and pen spinners aren't loaded with cash, but I still think the price is really cheap.

    I mean, we're not talking about an insert that everyone is using, but something made for yourself. The uniqueness of the insert pays for itself.

    I think people are just too used to getting free stuff. I mean, I love free stuff, but the problem with free things (specially when it comes to graphics) is that...if it's free...it's likely that a hundred other people are using the exact same. I mean, if you don't mind using the same insert as everyone else, then that's fine. But if you want something unique made for you, then I think this is a great deal.

  8. Penwish
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 21:24:10

    From a professional stand pt prices are good. Like kam said this would be for people who want that is completely personalized. Has my endorsement ^^

  9. TRoc
    Date: Wed, Nov 4 2009 23:22:13

    Well, no more showing off inserts in SOYI.

  10. Prince
    Date: Sat, Nov 7 2009 10:29:41

    Sometimes I see an insert and print out cause it looks good but when I actually put it in a pen i dont like it. And sometimes vice-versa, would you be able to print a few out and just show them in an rsvp or something? So we can get a feel for what theyd look like in a pen?

  11. Loanshark
    Date: Sat, Nov 7 2009 14:52:38

    Can you make custom graphics of things non PS related? Also, if I give you a sketch of a design, can you photoshop it for me, rather than have me explain what I want?

  12. iMatt
    Date: Sat, Nov 7 2009 18:46:52

    QUOTE (Loanshark @ Nov 7 2009, 08:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Can you make custom graphics of things non PS related? Also, if I give you a sketch of a design, can you photoshop it for me, rather than have me explain what I want?


    Yes I can. But for bigger pieces I'm not sure on pricing, things like doing a 8.5 x 11 page graphic is going to take more time to do as such. But I think I can work something out.

    Just add me online:

    [email protected]

    [email protected]

  13. Melly the Galet
    Date: Sun, Nov 8 2009 18:20:54

    Wow
    I'm really impressed. Someone which dares to sell his inserts. Why not ? There exists many sites of graphics which proposes the same services. However I doubt many people would like to pay for a insert... And question of personalization, people never retained themselves to ask for a personal insert even when it was free.

    I won't hide I'm much motivated when there is money in exchange but that implies also an obligation to return an end product. Remain to see if this work is valid. biggrin.gif

    Good luck !

  14. FrozenIce
    Date: Sun, Nov 8 2009 19:24:01

    I'm guessing those of you who say the prices are unreasonable have never tried making an insert/graphic design from scratch. It's not as simple as clicking a few buttons...it takes hours at the least. Especially for those who request sigs/inserts in Show of Your Inserts, but never get them fulfilled, this would be a great idea for them, although it depends on if they're willing to pay money for them.

  15. Colin
    Date: Sun, Nov 8 2009 19:35:42

    QUOTE (FrozenIce @ Nov 8 2009, 11:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    I'm guessing those of you who say the prices are unreasonable have never tried making an insert/graphic design from scratch. It's not as simple as clicking a few buttons...it takes hours at the least. Especially for those who request sigs/inserts in Show of Your Inserts, but never get them fulfilled, this would be a great idea for them, although it depends on if they're willing to pay money for them.

    I totally understand what FrozenIce is trying to say, and iMatt as well.

    These prices are reasonable, yeah. But it took me time to actually think about WHY they were reasonable.
    At first glance, (i'm assuming) most people's reactions were "FUCKING A. RIP."

    Don't forget, there IS labor involved, and at 6.25 (ouch), that's a good deal.

    If I had the money, Id buy from iMatt. Quality designs at a reasonable price

  16. Penwish
    Date: Mon, Nov 9 2009 13:12:11

    Also note that Imatt's inserts are seamless which takes quite a bit longer and has a nicer spinning effect!

  17. Jaybles
    Date: Mon, Nov 9 2009 14:58:21

    Prices seem all right. I guess after you factor in vector graphic pack prices and other expenses, if you were to completely create every aspect of the graphic legitably, it comes pretty cheap. Many design services wouldn't have the expertise of a pen spinner to figure out dimension of a certain pen online anyway.

    Shame to envy, I fail to see how your points are valid.