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Post by slowjoe on Mar 21, 2019 19:35:01 GMT
Is "awesomeness" even a word? Anyway, hi. I apologize in advance for (1) never really being around, and (2) this shameless plug. As some of you know, my wife Evi is a former New York City tour guide, and during her time seeing every nook and cranny of the Big Apple, she took some amazing pictures. So two years ago, she started putting together a coffee table-type picture book. BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE!Because my wife can never stop learning, last year she started teaching herself how to program and created 3D, augmented reality apps. So she added those elements to her book! See here: Well, the book is finished, and the apps nearly are as well. She's started a Kickstarter campaign to fund the publishing and app expenses, and it's now over 50% funded. But there's only two weeks left and she's stressing out about whether she'll reach her goal. So, I'm trying to help her promote it as much as possible. Why? Because, you know, "Happy wife..."If you'd like to own an autographed copy of the book and have your name in the acknowledgements, please consider backing her campaign at Kickstarter HERE.Also, it goes without saying that I love you all. |
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Post by aprilfay21 on Mar 21, 2019 19:41:11 GMT
I can't wait for it to be out!
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Mar 21, 2019 19:41:48 GMT
Looks pretty darn awesome!
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Post by Sue on Mar 21, 2019 19:46:05 GMT
Very impressive!
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Post by Susie_Homemaker on Mar 21, 2019 19:47:36 GMT
Wow! What a cool concept and book. Is that technology that's in other books already or is her's the first?
I wish her much success with it!
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Post by jenjie on Mar 21, 2019 19:51:21 GMT
This is so cool!
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Post by hop2 on Mar 21, 2019 19:58:55 GMT
Wow! Congratulations to your wife! That sounds so exciting! & your daughter is adorable
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Post by slowjoe on Mar 21, 2019 20:00:01 GMT
Wow! What a cool concept and book. Is that technology that's in other books already or is her's the first? I wish her much success with it! The technology is still in its infancy, so it's certainly not prevalent. I have seen where there is a winemaker that uses it on their labels. I haven't heard of anyone using it in a picture book of any kind, but that doesn't mean someone out there hasn't tried it. It's amazing stuff; in a couple of years, it'll probably be everywhere. Her long-term goal is to create virtual tour guides that show you around while you're wearing smart glasses like Magic Leap's or Microsoft HoloLens. |
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Post by luvnlifelady on Mar 21, 2019 20:33:29 GMT
Wow that is amazing! What does she shoot with (photo equipment)? I am new to Pittsburgh and have been exploring/taking a ton of pics and would love to do something like this here. I wish her a ton of success.
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Post by FurryP on Mar 22, 2019 1:23:01 GMT
Technology is amazing. That is super cool. I am sure the book is just beautiful!
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Post by LisaDV on Mar 22, 2019 1:41:13 GMT
That’s so cool. Your wife is amazing
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Post by slowjoe on Mar 23, 2019 14:56:19 GMT
Wow that is amazing! What does she shoot with (photo equipment)? I am new to Pittsburgh and have been exploring/taking a ton of pics and would love to do something like this here. I wish her a ton of success. She owns some fancy Nikon or something, but believe it or not, probably 80% of the photos were spontaneously taken with her cell phone. She's just got some kind of eye for photos. I apparently don't have that talent. Thanks for the wishes! |
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Post by SockMonkey on Mar 23, 2019 15:09:36 GMT
That's cool! She's using vuforia, yeah?
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Post by slowjoe on Mar 23, 2019 15:38:54 GMT
That's cool! She's using vuforia, yeah? I barely know what that is, but yes. I can't believe I married someone who's about a billion times more techy than me, yet can't seem to remember to put her phone on the charger at night. |
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Post by gillyp on Mar 23, 2019 16:09:54 GMT
Wow, that is one beautiful book and a great idea. As you say, there will be many applications for this sort of thing in the future. Good luck to her.
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Post by quinlove on Mar 23, 2019 16:19:07 GMT
Wow ! Thanks for thinking of us and sharing. Always a joy to see you. 😊
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Post by sweetpeasmom on Mar 23, 2019 19:52:49 GMT
WOW! The photography is stunning and the concept is amazing!
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Post by Really Red on Mar 24, 2019 0:19:01 GMT
I am super impressed! I love technology and love that your wife did that. She did great!
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Post by destined2bmom on Mar 24, 2019 4:39:17 GMT
Amazing! Your wife is very talented!
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Post by luvnlifelady on Mar 24, 2019 12:12:48 GMT
Wow that is amazing! What does she shoot with (photo equipment)? I am new to Pittsburgh and have been exploring/taking a ton of pics and would love to do something like this here. I wish her a ton of success. She owns some fancy Nikon or something, but believe it or not, probably 80% of the photos were spontaneously taken with her cell phone. She's just got some kind of eye for photos. I apparently don't have that talent. Thanks for the wishes! That’s even better that a lot easier of it is cellphone pics. I think it’s a fabulous idea! |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2019 12:20:17 GMT
Wow! that really is super cool. TFS
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Post by MsChiff on Mar 31, 2019 4:53:46 GMT
That book is going to be super-cool!! I've never seen anything like it. I've signed up for my copy and hope the book gets fully funded!! Only a few days left to buy a book!
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