Thinking Of Writing A Book.

[Deno]

I have been toying around with the idea of putting together a book on the floral style that my father (Gene Noland) developed. I want it to be more than just pics of his style, how to tool them, and tracing patterns. I would like to show step by step how to layout Flowers, Leaves, Scrolls, etc. and put together a full design but shaping them in different ways and how to make everything flow together. Soooo, my question at this point is do all of you feel that it would be worth my effort to put this together, and sell it at a reasonable price, if there would be enough interest. I have been wanting to start a Foundation in my fathers name, which would give out award's and maybe money to further the education of leather crafting. Proceeds from this book would go a long way in providing funds for this. Please give me your honest thoughts. My best to everyone.

[dirtclod]

I just now went and looked at some of his work. Mighty nice ! I would buy a book.

[Ferg]

I have been toying around with the idea of putting together a book on the floral style that my father (Gene Noland) developed. I want it to be more than just pics of his style, how to tool them, and tracing patterns. I would like to show step by step how to layout Flowers, Leaves, Scrolls, etc. and put together a full design but shaping them in different ways and how to make everything flow together. Soooo, my question at this point is do all of you feel that it would be worth my effort to put this together, and sell it at a reasonable price, if there would be enough interest. I have been wanting to start a Foundation in my fathers name, which would give out award's and maybe money to further the education of leather crafting. Proceeds from this book would go a long way in providing funds for this. Please give me your honest thoughts. My best to everyone.

This may not hit a note with you Deno. Printed work is not doing well these days with a few exceptions. That said, I would consider a Digital version. There are several websites with downloads as well as DVD's for sale. I would do a lot of soul searching as well as shaking a lot of doors real hard.

Printed books are expensive to publish even if you self publish. I think you have a noble idea for the book but I wouldn't count on a lot of money to disburse. That is a tough one.

ferg

[Deno]

This may not hit a note with you Deno. Printed work is not doing well these days with a few exceptions. That said, I would consider a Digital version. There are several websites with downloads as well as DVD's for sale. I would do a lot of soul searching as well as shaking a lot of doors real hard.

Printed books are expensive to publish even if you self publish. I think you have a noble idea for the book but I wouldn't count on a lot of money to disburse. That is a tough one.

ferg

Thank you, and I would not be apposed at all in making it digital, as I would make it that way anyway. It definitely would make it easyer to get out to the masses.

[King's X]

First, I would agree a digital book would be your best avenue. More outlets for you to hit up!

Second, you know I would buy one!

[Deno]

First, I would agree a digital book would be your best avenue. More outlets for you to hit up!

Second, you know I would buy one!

Thanks buddy, I knew I could count on you. Hope all is well with you and family my friend.

[Timd]

If you have a list going, put me on it, Den! I like print, though, my computer is in the living room, I'd be running back and forth too much, lol.

[Deno]

OK Tim, your first on the list for a printed copy my friend.

[KatieG]

I prefer print to digital, but I love books on art styles of other artists! I would definitely be in for a copy!!

[pete]

Let me know when you have a dvd ready. Put me down for one! LOVE your dad's work

pete