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Friday, December 08, 2006
What Do You Think About Author Promos?
Choosing for my mom is easy. I have to find something I would never be caught dead wearing, then I can rest assured that she'll love it. I'm just waiting until enough time passes and I can regift the blouses she gave me for Christmas. I know she'll like them.
For my husband, he wants practical, don't try to get creative with him. I'm sure last year's Mr. Peanut M&M dispenser is hidden in a file drawer in his office. And the men's bikini underwear, printed with those sexy dancing Santas? Well, he hasn't modeled them for me yet. He swears he's just waiting for the mood to strike. Yeah, right.
Now my daughter, her taste is hard to pinpoint, but she swore she loved last year's reindeer sweater. Of course, I've never seen her wear it. And when I stopped by her yard sale last June, well . . . I was especially hurt when I found it in the 'Free to a Good Home' pile. ( I swear I didn't realize that the red dangling reindeer noses came at the same level of her breasts.)
My sixteen-year-old son, if it doesn't attract girls, or run fast enough for him to get another speeding ticket with it, he'll stick it in the back of his closet where I'm sure all his dirty socks are hidden.
That's the funny thing about gifts, you want them to be personal, to make the receiver think of you, but mostly you don't want them to end up hidden with a bunch of dirty socks. So this year, instead of banking on my creative juices to come up with gift ideas, I did the unforgivable. I asked what they wanted. Yep. No more surprises at the Craig house.
And the reason I chose to blog about gifts? With my recent four sales, three to Dorchester and one to Triskelion, I'm thinking about author giveaways. I'm talking about refrigerator magnets, bookmarks, matches, pens . . . you know, marketing promotions.
Because the blunt approach seemed to work with my family, I thought it might work with you, the readers. What type of giveaways do you like? What works best in helping you remember publishing dates? What types of giveaways entice you to pick up an author's book? And since my fellow writers will also be reading this blog, let me put the question to you? What types of promotional materials have worked best for you?
And hey, I'll tell everyone just what I told my family, if you don't give me a list, don't be surprised when you wind up with a pair of men's sexy-santa bikini underwear, or worse, I might send you one of the blouses my mom sent me. Oh yeah, and that reindeer sweater, it's still looking for a good home.
20 comments:
- L. Faye Hughes said...
If I could catch my breath long enough from laughing, I'd answer you. This was some seriously funny stuff, girl. LOL.
When it comes to promo items, I, personally, like the things that are unique and different. Now, that said, I've never bought a book because of a cute promo item.
- Janette said...
Wait 'til I stop laughing. You are so funny, Christie.
Promo is tough, imo. I've always been a bookmark person and have a big collection. It's a thang with me. My mom, a reader, will make a beeline for any author giving away pens, and actually stole the pen my cp gave out at National.
Good post. I'm a newbie at this and curious what others like.
- JoAnn Ross said...
LOL at the gift stories! Okay, you've hit a hot button. As everyone knows, I've always thought my job was to write books that publishers would be willing to spend THEIR money to promote, so I've never done the pens, etc. I also never look at all the stuff inside a conference bag until I'm packing to go home, and it all tends to get thrown away to make room for books anyway, and I've already searched out all the chocolate during the conference. Do I ever remember who gave me that chocolate. Hard to hear answer. . . no.
One year at NJ, an author gave away little packs of band-aids with her name on them. Maybe her book title, as well. I thought that was clever, given how many people get blisters walking in new shoes at a conference. However, I also remember asking everyone at the table at the next meal if they remembered who'd given away the bandaids at lunch. They didn't. (And geez, I hope I'm not hurting anyone on the list's feeling.)
I have a pen in the kitchen I picked up at a conference. I didn't know the author then, quite honestly it wasn't enough to make me google her afterwards, and although I've had it probably two years, I couldn't tell you her name.
I've always done refrigerator magnets for my readers who win contests on my newsletter. And the past two -- and now three, because I just ordered some for my Feb 27th book -- bookmarks, but again, they mostly go to my own readers who write to me because I mention it on my site or my monthly newsletter, though I do carry a few in my purse. Which I seldom end up giving out because, did I mention I don't tend to tell people what I do unless I have to? Like filling out those sheets at doctors/dentists' offices? It's not that I'm ashamed of what I write, or anything, it's just that suddenly I find myself becoming the answer girl of the publishing world.
Example. . . I sat next to a deadheading pilot on the flight home from NY last week. It's a long enough flight I did mention I'd been in NY for publisher meetings. The day after I got home I got an email from him asking me if I'd read his ms and let him know if he had a future as a writer. After 24 years in this business, I've just tried to stop opening myself up to having to say no to all these people. (I had to switch doctors in Phoenix because mine got mad at me because I wouldn't collaborate on his book with him.)
But I digress. . . sorry for the rant. I just realized I still have to respond to pilot guy. Anyway, my advice is, as it's aways been. First, concentrate on the WORK. Because no pen, chocolate, or anything else is going to make someone buy your next book if they didn't like the one they read because of that pen or magnet or chocolate.
Then secondly, don't count on items so much at a conference. People remember PEOPLE, not stuff. Meet as many people as you can. Mingle, even if it's hard for you. You're not just selling books, you're selling yourself. From my very first conference, back in 1982, I've made it a point, that unless I'm assigned a seat due to being a speaker, to sit at a different table every meal. Yes, it's often hard to walk cold into one of those big banquet rooms and ask to sit down with strangers, but by doing so, I've met a LOT of strangers over the years, and, by the end of the meal, we've sort of become, if not real friends, conference friends. I'm not sure if that's generated more sales. But I've certainly met some interesting people that way. Some of whom later write and let me know that they've just sold their book and thank me for my encouragement. Which is always lovely. :)
Thinking about it, I haven't been real helpful. Oh, wait! I do have something! The marketing people at every publisher I spoke with last week ALL said that they're now convinced that the Internet is the best way to reach more readers and that every writer should have a good, professional site that's continually updated. I think that's probably true, because if I handed out chocolate to everyone who visited my website each week, and who stayed long enough to play with the extras, Ghiradelli and Hershey would become endangered species. LOL
- Jody Payne said...
Christie Craig is so funny. I can't wait to read all her books.
I'm afraid I'll have to agree. I've never bought a book because of a promo item.
Three things make me part with my money. The last book convinces me to buy the next one, a friend recommends it, or the author herself.
If she has an interesting or funny blog and a good professional web-site, I'll probably try it.
- Alfie said...
I thought I had a different and interesting idea to promote my non-fiction book about writing. Since the book used movies to show different elements of creating a story, I gave away 'coupons' for a free month of Netflix. The glory of the idea was that I could check out how many 'click throughs' I got from my website. My former agent, who had been an editor and an author as well as an agent, told me the promo was 'brilliant.' I believed her especially since it had a built in element to see how it worked. But out of 3000 plus coupons, guess how many click throughs I got? Let's just say it was less than 2 digits.
I think Jody nailed it. Her 3 things that make her buy a book are mine. And meeting the author helps, too. I definitely remember authors I've met at conferences and have often bought their books--unless they were hateful and arrogant. (There are a few authors I've met that have made me QUIT buying their books because I met them.)
And my favorite giveaway of all time--I still have it--I must admit I would have to go look at it to see who the author is. So...
- Allison Brennan said...
Christie, I've been thinking about this for a long time!
I think that people buy books for many different reasons, and the thing is we don't know why! Especially for new authors this is hard. We can spend tons of money on promotional items and only appeal to a small section of the readership who may pick up our book. Some people like bookmarks. Some like pens. Some like magnets. Does that make they want to buy your book? Doubtful. But it's the name ID, the branding, that comes with these giveaways that is helping to build your name and image, not that one little giveaway.
I have a friend who says she'll never buy a book because of a bookmark. She emailed me saying she read this book by a new author and really liked it. I asked her how she heard about it. She couldn't remember, it just "looked good". Hmm, maybe from one of the bookmarks she picked up at National? (Because I remember seeing that authors bookmark somewhere there!) We'll never know, though, because this friend will never admit it!
My theory on promotion: do what you can with the time and money you have. Don't spend all your advance on promotional items. The single greatest investment an author can make is in her website. That for me was my single greatest ticket item. Yes, I did bookmarks and magnets, but I don't know that they helped (though they didn't hurt.) I do like having bookmarks in my purse to hand out to people because inevitably someone will ask what my books are about and rather than me going off for an hour *g* about the story, I can hand them a bookmark and say "I write kind of darker romantic suspense."
But bookmarks are relatively cheap. They're not going to break the bank. Also, I think having something to hand out when you give talks is a good thing. Jody said she'll be more apt to buy a book from an author she's met and/or has a professional website. We obviously can't meet every reader, but when we have the chance we should hand them a little something to remember us by :)
- Lynne Marshall said...
Hi Christie,
Thanks for bringing this up. I have to admit that I have never bought a book because of a bookmark. I also agree with Joann and the NAL editors that a website is the best bet. I update mine monthly and hope that is often enough. I enjoy all the little giveaways that authors think up, but I have to be honest, I don't buy books because of them.
I sure enjoyed your blog!
- Christie Craig said...
Thanks everyone who answered. I really agree with everything everyone is saying. While I myself don't by a book because of a promotional item, they do seem to be expected. Everytime I mention that I'm going to this year's RT conference, people asks about my promotional items.
I like JoAnn's comment that she uses promotional items to give to loyal readers. That thought makes the expense of the items sting a lot less. I just hate putting money into something and thinking about the items being tossed away.
- Kathleen Dante said...
I have to agree with Allison. Promo items are all about name recognition. That old saw about x number of exposures for a sale? Bookmarks, magnets, websites, etc. all count as exposure.
Also, not all readers are online, and some readers stick to their favorite websites. Sending a bookmark to a store may be what informs a reader or bookseller of your existence, so that she goes online to check out your website.
- Kate Douglas said...
Hi Christie--I have a lot of requests for signed bookmarks and cover flats, so I know there are readers who collect them, but the promotional item that seems to get me the most comments, if not sales, would have to be my stuffed wolves. They're a natural to promote the Wolf Tales series, and are really popular. Besides, no one is going to throw away a cute stuffed wolf!
- JoAnn Ross said...
Christie, RT is crazy for promotional items. But it's always been all about PR, which is why authors end up agreeing to host so many parties. (And I say that as one who agreed, along with Nora, Bertice, Janelle Taylor, and Karen Robards, to pony up $1000 apiece to host a readers' lunch back in 1983.)
This might be a good thing for some writers -- perhaps those who write in genres the conference seems to focus on. (In earlier years readers mostly seemed to be historical fans. From what I've heard these days it's all vampires, all the time. And, of course, erotica.)
I doubt that many of my Romantic suspense readers even know about such conferences, and probably wouldn't attend anyway, so spending money for stuff to put into the goodie bags or for raffles doesn't make much sense to me.
Oh, another thing just occurred to me. . . Even when I get books in my goodie bag, unless it's a book I was intending to buy anyway, or an author I've been meaning to try, I'll often just leave those behind for the maid (who usually doesn't speak English, so who knows how much good that does?) Because my TBR pile is already so high, there's no point in adding one more book I probably won't get around to reading. Then again, since I have no discipline when it comes to books --I buy every one that sounds interesting, or is written by a favorite author -- I may not be the norm when it comes to giveaway books.
Oh, and I was just about to click on publish when I saw Kathleen's comment. I'm of two minds about sending bookmarks to bookstores and definitely believe anyone who does should ask ahead of time how many, because I've found lots of stores, even ones who are big on handselling my books, can really only use ten or fifteen.
This time, because I've changed publishers and am not entirely sure my current publisher will follow through with all the planned promo for my upcoming book (even though logic tells you they should, if for no other reason than to try to earn some of their money back, I've seen publishers pretty much ignore books once an author leaves), I've hired a highly recommended publicist to send out 8,000 bookmarks to her very large list of bookstores. Will this make any difference? Who knows. But since I was going to have some made up for my readers anyway, it seemed worth a try.
- Tawny Weber said...
Great topic (and great post! I'm very intersted in that sweater LOL) I don't have any answers since I'm just gearing up to promote my first book. But I have a lot of questions and these replies helped answer a few. I know I haven't ever bought a book because of a promo item. But I have, if I see a book I've had a promo item for while cruising the shelves at my local store or online, taken more time with the backcover blurb or a second look that I probably wouldn't have given it otherwise. If only because I can't remember why I know that author's name, but it really sounds familiar.
- JoAnn Ross said...
Allison, What you said about your friend saying a book just "looked good?" Maybe, she actually did just see it somewhere and it looked appealing.
The most effective promotion is what we can't buy for ourselves, which is, first of all, getting the publisher to put more time, thought, and money into a cover that grabs the reader's attention. (Books that have a big book, buy me! look invariably cost more money to create and it shows.)
Then we need them to follow up by paying for store real estate placement that puts those fabulous covers in readers' faces. Along with paying co-op to get the book on all the bestseller racks in Target, Wal-mart, CVS, Safeway, Walgreens, whatever.
Which again brings us back to -- ducking tomatoes here from people who've got to be sick and tired of me saying it, lol -- the Work still being the best PR we can do for ourselves.
well i had a long post but it got lost, so here goes another try.
I read lots. I work lots, too. but no promo item has ever made me buy a book. the best promo item I ever received was from Nationals a few years back. I got a cute little whisk. Wonderful. I use it all the time. I can't tell you the name of the author who provided it. it was great.
I love Avon and Warner books and I get their newsletters, so I look for the latest releases. I'm on JoAnn's group, so I can be sure to get her books.
there are a few authors whose websites I check, but only because I love, love, love their writing and always wait for the next book.
BUT that only lasts until I hit a book or 2 in a row that I don't care for, then I watch the shelves only.
I buy any new author who's been active on a list and polite. (It's how I found Alison's series) And I never buy one who's rude or unpleasant.
I will buy almost every NY published book from a new writer that's been on a list I'm on. If I've watched her struggle and strive, then I'll give her one 'free' buy. If I love her, great. If not, then I won't worry about another book. And I try to buy the books from the pubbed authors in our chapter (some arent' available in stores) because they give so much to us. BUt if they didn't, I wouldn't bother.
And yes, I put the books I love facing the front in all the book stores I go to. and yes, if you talk to me at Nationals, I will always buy your next book - because you're a decent person.
website are probably great, but I never surf the web. but if you're on my watch list, I'll check in regularly. better yet, I'll sign up for your newsletter, so I don't have to check your website.
and I always buy Cindy Meyers books because of her email newsletter. it's a good one.
- Shanna Swendson said...
I'm another one who does bookmarks because they're cheap, easy, and work more or less like business cards to hand out to people or to give to those people who hover around a table at a booksigning and say they're kind of interested in the book, but they usually buy their books online. Or, in rare cases like at RT and RWA, they're something to give out when they run out of my books at a signing.
I haven't bought a book because of a bookmark, but I think they work on a subconscious level because anything that's familiar to you tends to jump out at you against a sea of unfamiliar things. So if someone has seen a book cover on a bookmark they've even just glanced at, they're more likely to notice that book in a store because it's at least a little bit familiar. Because of that, I'm not likely to do something like pens, where you just get text instead of the image. I'm always grabbing pens and emery boards at conferences (because I always seem to break a nail in transit), but I couldn't for the life of me tell you those authors' names.
The most effective promo things for me have been my blog and going to conferences. My books cross over into fantasy, and science fiction conventions have been a boon to me. The bookseller who goes to conventions in this region keeps running out of my books whenever I speak. Plus, those fans tend to be dedicated, organized and very active online and in fan groups, so they're the best people for helping spread word of mouth. They're people who spend a lot of time talking to other people about books, and if they feel they have some connection to you, they'll become staunch supporters.
- Allison Brennan said...
JoAnn, I completely agree--the cover is our best selling point. But this friend had this bookmark because I saw her pick it up. Whether she had that subliminal recognition when she saw the book in the store because of seeing this bookmark a couple months before, we'll never know.
In most advertising, it takes repeated exposure to the product or brand to make an impression. So while good cover art is important, seeing that good cover art on books all over the place is the best advertising :)
- Kathrynn Dennis said...
Thanks Christi and JoAnn and all, for the informative comments! I'm a new author and just starting to think about how to promote my first book, out next September. The cost of giveaway's is mind-boggling, and I've almost decided to stick with bookmarks and my website/internet promotion as the way. I'm an avid reader, and like everyone else says, never bought a book becuase of a promo...COVERS compel me to buy a book and the book blurb. I buy my friend's and chapter author books. But really, all those years of reading romance (before I started writing) I was an impulse buyer. Never went out to a bookstore on purpose---looking for a book. I just picked up what was on the shelf in front of me at Wal-mart or the grocery store, mostly on a whim and because I needed a "fix". LOL, no real rhyme or reason to the choice, except that I favored historical covers.
- Madeline Hunter said...
I also used to be a pure impulse buyer before I started writing. I'd just give the racks a look-see, check out what was interesting, and pick a book. It was an adventure and I'm sort of sad I've lost that wide-open approach when I buy romance novels.
Back then I was also an example of how hard it is for authors to create name recognition with readers. I have a friend who reads lots of romances and who got me started. For years I'd have to describe the books I had enjoyed so she could remind me of the writers' names. Once in a conversation I kept describing stories and she kept telling me they were all by the same writer! I feel bad now, and mention that author's name any time I can because I really admire her work, but back then it just wasn't front burner info, I guess.
- Kate Pearce said...
I think bookmarks are a cheap and easy way to promote yourself. I also take advantage of the Vistaprint offers and get their fridge magnets which are nice to hand out as well. (I even signed a couple of these for people who asked, when my books didn't turn up at RWA in Atlanta!)
Maintaining a good website, getting involved in reader's chat groups all help name recognition on the internet. For example, the EC chat list has over 3000 subscribers. That's a lot of readers.
and as JoAnn says-don't get so busy with promotion that you forget to write the good book.
- Lori Devoti said...
I'm going to go along with everyone else and say although I picked up TONS of stuff at conference goodie tables, I have never bought a book because of any of it. And I don't even usually remember the author name or the books title--although I do have a nice purple pen from Hannah Howell that I love. :)
That said, I like pens--nice ones, and tattoos if they are fun and appropriate for my kids, post-it note type pads, other note pads too really, and anything that I can take home and give my kids and make them feel like I brought them something. ;-)


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I could use some help from the forum here.I cant seem to find out what coat color to choose for my (1810-13) Saxon Garde du Corps cavalry!The reference pictures I have found, seems to show anything from an off-white/beige color in one end to a canary-yellow color in the other end, with all shades between these two extremes in between.
I have tended to trust my Elting book (prints by Knoetel), but here it seems Knoetel the elder has them in pale-yellow:
while Knoetel the younger has them in beige:
Any thoughts on what to decide on here?Right now I have half the regiment (12 figs.) in yellow coats and the other half (12 figs) I redid with light beige coats. Would be nice to make a decision here…
Any and all advice would be very welcomed!
I think this is a great question as I am about to paint a unit of Eureka 28mm Garde du Corps myself. I thought they were a kind of a cross between the two. A beige/yellow, being more on the beige side of the spectrum.
I will be interested to hear the thoughts of others…
Thanks for posting this question.
An interesting question indeed. A few of the more recent postings here.
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I had ago at the Eureka 28mm G du C some time ago
Probably the one picture that inspired us all, from Uniforms of the Retreat from Moscow
Thanks for the links Deadhead, I did read these posts initially, and some of the figures are fantastic paintjobs, yours also!! I do like the way you make the stands into small vignettes each one on its own:)
I am doing mine using the AB 15mms figures depicted in the 2nd TMP link above, and I have half of them in the color Jemimna Fawr has done them in, the other half look allot like the color you have chosen. Now I realize that I should have done them in dark grey breeches instead of full dress buckskin like I did…:-I
I think the picture from Haythorntwaithes "Retreat from Russia" you have posted above gives a hint that the coat color should be allot paler than the yellow of the Von Zastrow cuirassier (behind him), but I still find it hard to define the color. Faded buff? Faded pale yellow?I would be happy to do all of them in either color, but just dont want to end up seeing some photo in 2 weeks that proves that I chose the wrong color.
BTW: the sculpts are wonderful!! Seeing the two regiments side by side charging ahead stirs something inside indeed:)
Here a Garde du Corps of 1806 from a contemporary print
Exactly the pale buff yellow I would have imagined. But not the yellow of the Zastrow. I think mine are too deep a yellow/buff colour. I think von W's print or Haythornthwaite's illustration is nearer it.
But so many different impressions
Two modern artists' impressions and one from the Borodino panorama (NB trumpeters on black horses);
the yellow of Zastrow Kürassiere is certainly different
contemporary watercolours from the period are not reliable due to possible fading.
Paul :)
In the same way that Bavarian blue is the same blue as the Bavarian flag is the same blue as a BMW car badge is a circular sample of the Bavarian flag with a tyre around it…Saxon jacket yellow was, I betcha, the same gold as the gold of their flag.
The Schoenbrunn and Austrian artillery pieces are the same colour, i.e. Theresien, the said empress' favourite shade of mustardy yellow.
Austrian gun carriage
Some things don't change.
If it was the colour of that gun carriage, I would be one happy pixie. I would love to think they were Vallejo 70913 (Yellow Ochre) with a wash of Sepia from GW and highlights of Iraqi Sand (70819)…
Because that looked great to me.
They look like Haythornthwaite's figure. That was all I asked for mine. It was a nostalgia thing.
But these are a royal bodyguard, meant to be wearing a cuirasse remember (few do remember that). They would not want to look like they were fresh from Desert Shield/Storm etc…. The lighter look seems right for a parade ground. This is a Guard unit!
Something tells me Von W and Dibble are nearer to it. I do not want this to be so. I will not change my figures and…if only someone does better Saxon G du C, I will stick to my colours…even if wrong!
One of the most iconic units of the era…but not well represented in 28mm. (brilliant in 18mm, but that is not TOTS…The One True Scale)
Look at contemporary prints, modern artists usually are a much worse source – exceptions prove the rule – to gain any good basic informations.
That contemporay water colours fade – is a weak argument, it would depend where they were stored – there exist brilliant picture mansucripts from the medieval times with very vibrant colours.
Lucky us – today with internet – a lot of the best contemporary sources are to be found accessible and most often for free.
I agree with Von W on the importance of going to the original sources. I guess I forget that even though the Knoetel prints (the elder) are old, they are separated from the napoleonic period by more than a hundred years and are as such by no means first hand like the Martinet prints og Lejeunes paintings for example. Not to perpetuate the discussion unnecesarily, but why would the color of a coat alone fade on a painting. Would not all colors fade (black horses and landscape also) equaly if such was the case? Look at the early trooper in bicorne above, the coat is light beige, the stripes on the coat bright yellow. Hard to imagine selective fading as responsible for that, deliberate different coloring by the artist is perhaps more plausible?.I think I have sufficient "evidence" to go with the color of that coat, but will not claim all other colors wrong for that reason;) (yours look awsome deadhead!:) thanks for all the usefull feedback gents!
If in doubt, go with what you like most. If there's doubt who can say you're wrong?
I suppose one colour in a painting could fade differently to another. Isn't there a word for it – "fugitive"? The opposite of "colour-fast".
Any Model box in a shop window shows that reaction to UV light. Never heard of "fugitive" but it does sound right! The spine of any book versus the cover when years on a shelf. Green fades to blue. Red just vanishes. The contents of a book should be far more resistant indeed, not so exposed.
I am increasingly convinced that they were in a very light sandy colour, with little yellow in it. "Iraqi Sand" from Vallejo….not the colour of a Gendarme d'Elite waistcoat and breeches (which my G du C are)
Great thing about this forum though, the quality of expert response you can get, without anyone abusing each other!
Do we want to imagine that when they went to helmets after 1806 that the Kollet got a bit darker/yellower?
@Dr jeckyll
I agree – we can establish more or less a trend and from that on we have to chose how to paint our figures – taking into the consideration the scale of the miniatures and the scale of the miniatures.
In my view Garde du Corps were the only regiment to retain the light buff, or straw yellow coat colour, while all other heavy cavalry regiments changed to white.
Le Breton put up very nice sources, I add – Lindt – btw – not Garde du Corps
Von Winterfeldt, thank you – and Mr. DIbble – also for excellent images.I think that the Saxon evolution in uniforms, equipment, tactics/techniques, etc. is quite interesting, and deserves very careful attention to period sources. Adn with the intenet, we can easily co-operate in this effort.
Well! If I have the pictorial information, I will (unless someone has already given good information) always try to help out ….whoever it may be!
also – very nice downloads on Gallica – recommended – all about Saxon army
Iv'e worked painting and sculpting figures for over 35 years, and I find the debates over the 'right colour' a bit pointless really, it is all conjecture, it can only ever be a guess. Fpr the record this is what I did with mine. I used good old humbrol yellows because I'm 'old skool' lol
"Iv'e worked painting and sculpting figures for over 35 years, and I find the debates over the 'right colour' a bit pointless really, it is all conjecture, it can only ever be a guess. "
I would agree that it is pointless to discuss the exact shade of a colour, there would never be a conclusion and even individual coats the hues and colour would vary.
But I disagree absolutley that it is pointless to discuss colours, by discussion one is able at least to establish a trend so the "yellow" of the Garde du Corps is different what we could understand out of a yellow of today.
The pictural evidence pretty much narrows it down I agree one still has a leeway of interpretation, and then again painting style and scale of miniature would play an important role.
But I reject the nihilistic approach that such discussions are pointless.
In the end it is much better to show the variations that did exist and then to chose from those at least that is my opinion.
For sculpting cut of cloth, dimensions of equipment, human anatomy, artistical skill, tactics, are of course of the pillars to create a good historical figure.
Now without any reasons the Perrys or AB or Franceso Messori or Frank Germershaus are top notch in producing superb miniatures combining all the above demands and dealing with those challenges.
Fabulous uniform though, whatever shade of yellow one takes.
What did the infantry wear in 1805-7? White?
Yes, white ….
in 1806 they did carry the Kittel over their white coats
also Sauerweid's Saxon army of 1810
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WVActive is the new name for the City of Wolverhampton's Leisure Centres, offering you a wide choice of sport and fitness activities for everyone – set in a safe and friendly environment. Apart from the new look, WV Active will include competitive membership packages, an online booking system, WV Active and Les Mills group exercise classes, cafe/kiosk facilities plus other improvements.
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University of Montana
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External Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
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External Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Format: Online
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UM's Ed.D. in Educational Leadership prepares leaders for executive roles in K-12 schools, universities and businesses. This cohort program is well-suited to full-time professionals in the northwest, offering three weekend sessions per fall and spring class and three-week courses in the summer; all classes are taught on the UM-Missoula campus.
Accreditation:Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
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ARMSTRONG - What began as a cordial conversation between two strangers hiding out from the rain at an Armstrong church took a sinister turn when the man pinned the woman against a wall, sexually assaulted her, and threatened to strangle her if she resisted.
The woman, in her early 20s, was scared and hesitant at first to report the incident, but at her boyfriend's insistence, she resolved that notifying police was the right thing to do. An ensuing police investigation ultimately led to the arrest of Joseph Vance Caron, 46, from Armstrong. Almost a year after the May 27 incident, Supreme Court Justice Gary Weatherill convicted him of sexual assault, choking, and uttering a threat.
The woman, whose name and identity are protected by court order, says she went out for a walk around 10:30 p.m. and took shelter under the back roof of a church when it began to rain. A man appeared and asked her for a cigarette, she said. They both began to smoke, and make small talk. He offered her a drink of beer but she declined. She said he seemed somewhat intoxicated because his speech was slurred and he seemed to have trouble remembering things.
Suddenly, the man pinned her up against the wall of the church. She squirmed to get away, but he threatened to strangle her. She tried to call for help, but he took her phone away, put it in his pocket and proceeded to sexually assault her. Her boyfriend had been worried she was gone so long and had texted her during the assault.
"During the sexual assault, she recalls the man saying that he was recording it with his phone and that he wanted her to agree that it was consensual and that she was enjoying it," Weatherill said.
When it was over, he gave her phone back and she walked home. Police launched an investigation immediately and retrieved cigarettes and a beer can from the scene, both of which contained Caron's DNA.
In his testimony, Caron admitted to stopping and talking with the complainant, but denied ever touching her.
Judge Weatherill said Caron's version of events simply "did not ring true." In his judgement, he said the accused was nervous in the witness stand and that his story did not stand up to scrutiny.
Weatherill noted the complainant deals with a mental condition that causes her to lag behind her age by several years, but said her testimony was careful, perceptive and forthright.
"It was hard for her to talk about what happened but she was able to describe what occurred in vivid detail," Weatherill said.
Caron will be sentenced for the crime at a future date. He was acquitted on a charge of unlawful confinement.
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Furniture Reviews: Mayline Mira Executive Desks
First on our list is the MCU6 Mayline Mira Executive Corner Desk for your office. Featured here in the Mira collection's signature medium cherry finish, the desk is also available in a darker rich espresso finish to better match existing office decor. The design makes this desk super accommodating of any office environment, since it doesn't require a whole lot of interior design sense to decide where it should go. It is excellent for those that like to work in corners. Not only does the shape make it discreet, but the desk also opens up the rest of the room for more floor space since it sits out of the way. The MCU6 makes a great addition to both home and commercial business environments, as long as it stays in a corner.
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For a similar desk that doesn't take up a whole lot of room, MIRAPACK Mira Series Executive Office Suite by Mayline is definitely the one for you! This desk set is much like the corner desk listed above in that it certainly leaves plenty of floor space for the rest of the room. However, the desk itself is designed to face the interior of room, making it an excellent choice for those in small offices where visitors are a common sight. Guests love the welcoming look of this desk set. It's not overly large or imposing, so it is a popular choice with psychiatrists and school officials whose guests might be a bit overwhelmed by big furniture.
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Want a great all-in-one desk? Then say hello to the MEUB3 Mira Series Executive Typical by Mayline for your business needs. This large, u-shaped desk is a great choice for both homes and businesses alike. It's u-shaped design allows this desk to do it all. One side can sit comfortably against a wall or window, while one side can serve as the primary work area, and the third side can be left to face a room's interior to greet guests. It offers amazing leg room on all three sides, and still has plenty of space left over for the two stylish pedestals for office storage. The subtle curves offer just the right sense of professionalism while either of the rich finish options provide an equal sense of traditional charm. Despite it's size, the MEUB3 still manages to save space by keeping one side against a wall. It is a brilliant choice for the do-it-all office worker.
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And finally, we leave you with the ever stylish MEU5R Mira Series Executive Typical by Mayline for your workplace. One day at this grand desk, and you won't settle for anything less. The cabinets even have frosted glass doors for the ultimate in executive appeal. The stylish P-shaped design of the desk is part of what makes this desk so incredibly popular as it provides extra work space. Compared to other stylish modern desks for executive use, the MEU5R is a steal at its affordable price. The back side of the desk is meant to be set against a wall, but the rest of the desk certainly offers a commanding view that visitors are sure to find impressive. With a matching guest chair or two at the front, this luxury executive desk would be fit to receive the prince of Persia!
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Country superstar Kenny Chesney paid tribute to the strength of Alabama residents during a concert on Wednesday (25May11) for victims of America's tornado disasters.
Storms have ripped through the southern states of America in recent weeks and at the end of April (11), more than 200 people were killed in Alabama.
The city of Tuscaloosa was worst hit, with 45 residents losing their lives, and Chesney staged a benefit show there on Wednesday to raise money for aid efforts.
During the gig he sang My Home's In Alabama for the crowd and was joined by singer-songwriter Mac McAnally for renditions of Back Where I Come From and Down the Road, according to Cmt.com.
Chesney says, "I'm so honoured to have played Tuscaloosa... This town has always been incredible to me, and they are really hurting now.
"I didn't know if we were doing the right thing by doing the show, but after tonight, I am convinced that this town needed something to look forward to, and I am so glad we played tonight."


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Some cultures are predisposed to the notion of cutting losses and some, like my Arab culture, cannot come to grip with that reality; and there is no better proof than the Palestinians fighting for 65 years the State of Israel.
But it seems that this notion may also be ingrained in the Russian mindset.
Considering Russia is now funding Assad with liquidity and arming him using illicit means to get him the weapons he needs, it does not seem to be of concern to the Putin Government that it may be throwing good money after a bad cause. The same is true of Iran and to some extent the Iraqi Government of Nouri al-Maliki which lends a hand whenever it can.
This state of stupor is equivalent to the state of denial many people are familiar with as they face a tragedy. It's not about loyalty as some may conclude, but simply about a state of mind of powerful people that really mirror those with much less capacity to affect change. Putin is human after all and he is making mistakes as any human does.


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Our class-leading ESCOT-V is fine-tuned for even easier driving and lower fuel consumption. It quickly and automatically chooses the right gear at all times, a shifting skill not even the best driver can match. It also communicates with the engine, which in turn adjusts revs and engine brake for fast and comfortable gear changing. And above all, it helps reduce fuel consumption compared to the previous Quon model, which in turn reduces ownership cost.
The GH11 engine is further improved to provide increased torque under 1000 rpm, resulting in enhanced driveability and better fuel-efficiency.
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Yamamoto is no stranger to high fashion; after 40 years of expert designing, its no shock that is latest collection of custom sunglasses is another wardrobe holy grail.
To him, Yamamoto's innovative eyewear may be just another collection of seamlessly blended fashion, art and architecture, but to us mere mortals, these frames are a must-have. With geometric shapes and dramatic colour schemes, Yamamoto's bespoke lenses mean you can peek behind a pair of sunnies as unique as the eyes they hide.
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Told entirely through two POV video cameras, THE BUTCHER throws you abruptly into the middle of chaos and death: a handful of people have been abducted and lie bloodied and bound on the floor of a rotting slaughterhouse. Nearby, a team of snuff film producers are discussing their gruesome handiwork: torturing their captives to death, one by one.
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We've teamed up with Rogue Valley Farm to School to offer three different camps this summer. Each week campers will dive into food production, preparation and exploration, with a mix of farm and kitchen experiences that delight the senses and inspire the soul. Join Rogue Valley Farm to School staff as they cultivate the ability to grow and cook delicious, healthy, seasonal meals.
Soups, Salads, and Sandwiches! This week of food fun will focus on learning how to create staple meals from scratch. We will explore different kinds of soups, salads, and sandwiches, and how to put them together for a delicious, balanced meal. Please send your child with a healthy, non-sugary snack each day. Lunch will be provided, prepared hands-on by the campers! Ages 8-10
This listing is for July 17-21, 9am-1:30pm
Other camp dates: June 19-23 Eat Your Way Around the World or August 7-11 Food Preservation Experimentation
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday will be cooking in the Co-op Classroom.
Thursday-Friday will be on-farm at the SOU Center for Sustainability. Please send campers with a reusable water bottle, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and clothes that they can get dirty.
Cost for each camp: $175 Co-op Owners, $180 General Public
Scholarships available for Jackson Care Connect members who must register at the Info Desk. Scholarships available for one session. All others may register online.


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Miraculi (1991)
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Political allegory dominates this quixotic movie in a manner which only the residents of the newly unified Germanys are likely to be able to unravel readily, if they care to. The film story, based on an actual 1978 incident, was proposed to the East German DEFA studio by Ulrich Weiss, a young filmmaker who was banned from working altogether in 1983. The fall of the regime made it possible for him to make this long-cherished project, which is replete with the kind of symbolic characters and hidden meanings appropriate to works made under a repressive regime. In the story, a Christ-like young man pals around with a bunch of petty criminals and has a variety of strange experiences, culminating in his being on hand for a party by the side of a lake which suddenly drains away, to the disgruntlement and confusion of all.


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Upper Limits Youth Climbing Camps are designed to teach kids (7-15 years old) about rock climbing, and to offer young ones lots of other fun activities.
Our staff is dedicated to teaching the basics of climbing, including equipment usage, climbing techniques, and the importance of trust and communication. Each of the daily sessions include age-appropriate group instruction, fun off-the-wall activities, and a chance to make new friends. Each child will finish our climbing camp with a sense of self-confidence and accomplishment.
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It's taken awhile to go from touring green homes to actually living in one, but for Becky Chan, it's been well worth it. Chan has been blogging her two-year journey, and says she got hooked on the idea as a result of visiting "homes built with recycled or reclaimed materials to reduce waste, homes with green roofs and living walls to slow stormwater runoff and filter pollutants, and the first net-zero-energy house built in Seattle."
Now, those who plan to partake of this year's Green Home Tour on April 27, co-produced by the NW EcoBuilding Guild and Built Green of King and Snohomish County, will get to see her "deep green" remodel.
Parie Hines, LD Arch, designed the remodel and was impressed by Chan's focus on combining deep green ambitions with "thrift." Hines conservatively estimates a final construction cost of $150 per square foot (the original goal was $135 per square foot), pointing out that the new remodel includes high quality (and expensive) windows and infrastructure, while keeping finishes and details simple (and less expensive).
Chan's "Blue View, Green Built" net zero energy remodel is one of several in the North Seattle tour quadrant, and includes SIPS construction (3 walls were replaced with SIPS), rainwater harvesting, natural materials, salvaged/reused materials, solar PV, ductless mini-split heating, triple glazed windows, and a heat pump water heater. The home is also an example of deconstruction.
After the tour, she wanted to learn more, so she joined the NW EcoBuilding Guild, the nonprofit that has organized the free tour for three years. She also attended a net zero energy workshop conducted by Sustainable Ballard where she met Ted Clifton, TC Legend Homes. Clifton had built the net zero energy house Chan had so admired in the 2011 tour. She eventually hired him to conduct the remodel. She then bought a home, with remodeling in mind, that was conveniently located to services she knew she would need, proactively reducing her carbon footprint.
For those responsible for programming, funding, or otherwise involved with green building education, the hope is that this education translates to implementation. Chan's deep green remodel is a great example of how this works.
Kathleen O'Brien is a long time advocate for green building and sustainable development since before it was "cool." She lives in a green home, and drives a hybrid when she drives at all. She continues to provide consulting on special projects for O'Brien & Company, the firm she founded over 20 years ago, and provides leadership training and mentoring through her legacy project: The Emerge Leadership Project. Her book "Green Home Primer" is apparently on Becky Chan's bed stand (No kidding!)


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It sounds as if you're talking about a Lookup Field in a Table which is considered to be a very bad idea by many experienced Access developers! For the reasons why read the article "The Evils of Lookup Fields in Tables" here:
Note that this refers to Lookup Fields/Comboboxes in Tables not to Comboboxes in Forms, which is something else all together.
Linq ;0)>Hope this helps!
The problem with making anything foolproof...is that fools are so darn ingenious!
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In the ten years since it grew up and put on its international finery, the North American International Auto Show has gotten bigger. And bigger. And bigger. This year, estimates rolling in place the total cost of staging the show at $350 million. GM alone will spend about $50 million to display all its concepts and production vehicles within one massive stand.
The stage is being set now for the press preview of the show, from January 9-14. But this week at The Car Connection, we're bringing you a special preview of what you'll see at the 2000 Detroit show, in spy-shot form. We've also got more information on vehicles that haven't circulated through our ring of spy photographers
There's no question that the North American International Auto Show this year is going to be full of surprises, too. Check back here starting Monday, January 10, for twice-daily updates on the show and its introductions. Meanwhile, here's an early look at some of the new metal that will be shown publicly for the first time in Detroit.
DaimlerChrysler minivans
An all-new Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Voyager will be on display. They will use variants of DC's new V-6 engine family and will have improved crashworthiness as well as convenience features.
Toyota Sequoia
Toyota's Tundra-based SUV that will be built alongside the Tundra at the
company's Princeton, Indiana plant. The underpinnings may provide the basis for
the next-generation Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 470 as well. Expect the same
4.7-liter V-8 under the hood as is found in the Tundra.
Photo by Brenda Priddy
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute
Ford's new small SUV will make its debut in near-production sheetmetal, with only a few tweaks for the auto show. Here is a sneak preview of the production model. It will be powered by your choice of a 2.0-liter four cylinder and a 3.0-liter V-6 engine and sold in numerous markets outside the United States, as is evident from this photo of a right-hand drive model. Mazda's new SUV, to be called Tribute (at right), will share its platform, powertrains and Kansas City, Missouri production facility with the Ford Escape.
Mercedes C-Class
Making its world debut in Detroit is this sporty hatchback version of the new
Mercedes C-Class. The car will be market in the United States as a coupe, and
will be the first of the range of C-Class sedans, wagons, and a possible
activity-lifestyle vehicles to come out of Stuttgart.
Photo by Brenda Priddy
Mercedes A-Class
More than a foot shorter than an SLK, this A-class based roadster could come to the USA if it is built. In fact, it is the only way we will ever see any sign of the A-class on these shores, according to our sources. Priced in the same territory as the Mazda Miata, it could be an entry-level car in Mercedes roadster lineup, consisting now of the SL and SLK.
Nissan Sentra
Based on Nissan's new global front-drive platform, the Sentra will offer a choice of an emissions-friendly 1.8-liter four or a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. As with the Altima and Maxima, the 2000 Sentra will be available in three trim levels: XE, GXE and SE.
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Thank you very much for the information. I knew that the name was English (or Welsh), but never had any idea of the origins. I always joked that the origins came from a drunk Englishman in a pub. Someone asked his name and he slurred out something unintelligable, but which sounded like "Twombly" and the name stuck. *laugh*
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UNITED NATIONS, Aug. 27 (UPI) -- Armies loyal to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad targeted civilians in what a United Nations report, published Wednesday, called crimes against humanity.
The Sunni militants comprising the Islamic State, and fighting Assad's military, were also cited for similar offenses by the independent inquiry commission established to investigate war crimes in Syria. The commission, chaired by Brazilian diplomat Paulo Pinheiro, compiled a confidential list of suspects it believes should face an International Criminal Court war crimes tribunal.
"Violence has bled over the borders of the Syrian Arab republic, with extremism fuelling the conflict's heightened brutality," said the 45-page report, released at the united Nations' Geneva, Switzerland offices.
"Forced truces, a mark of the government's strategy of siege and bombardment, are often followed by mass arrests of men of fighting age, many of whom disappear."
The report added it found "longstanding findings of systematic torture and deaths of detainees" in Syrian prisons.
The Guardian noted as many as 11,000 people have been killed in Syrian prisons from 2011 to 2013.
Pinheiro said the commission found eight examples of Syrian government use of chemical agents, most likely chlorine, against enemy troops -- the first time the United Nations has made that accusation.
The report also said the Islamic State campaign in Syria included instilling fear in the civilian population with public executions, amputations and whippings.
"In areas of Syria under (Islamic State) control, particularly in the north and north-east of the country, Fridays are regularly marked by executions, amputations and lashings in public squares," the commission said. "Executions in public spaces have become a common spectacle on Fridays in (the IS de facto headquarters) Raqqa and in Isis-controlled areas of Aleppo governorate," the report said.


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In response to requests from Plumbing Manufacturers Intl. (PMI) and its members, as well as from other supporters of the U.S....
The Farvolden Awards are given in honor of the late Dr. Robert Farvolden, former senior science counsel for NGWA
The National Ground Water Research and Educational Foundation awarded a total of $3,000 in Farvolden Awards to four students for paper or poster presentations made at the 2012 National Ground Water Assn. (NGWA) Ground Water Summit, which took place in May in Garden Grove, Calif.
Given in honor of the late Dr. Robert Farvolden, former senior science counsel for NGWA, the $750 scholarships were awarded based on the quality of the presentation, content (including contribution to groundwater science, engineering, management or policy) and demonstrated insight on the chosen topic.
The awards for 2011 through 2013 are underwritten by S.S. Papadopulos & Associates Inc.
The 2012 Farvolden Award winners are:
Learn more about the Farvolden Awards.