Hi there from Grant in the UK

[gphood]

Hi all - just signed up after receiving the invite email from Steven. I'm based in the North of England and am just in the process of building up my business after going full time in 2004. I have a lot to learn, especially about the prep and finishing side of things so I'm sure I'll be asking a lot of questions on here. I'm always highly impressed by the levels achieved by artists in the States so I'm really looking forward to conversing with some of you.

I've put an example of my work below but there's plenty more on my site at www.granthood.co.uk (http://www.granthood.co.uk). Look forward to talking to you all soon.

Cheers for now - Grant http://www.granthood.co.uk/graphics/photos/cruisers/victory_thunder_child/tank_2.jpg

[blinddog 99]

Welcome to the forum Grant. That's terrifit work you are showing there! Feel free to share more!

[kruble]

Welcome from Ga.

[josie]

Welcome aboard Grant

[moose]

Welcome from Michigan,

In Laws are from the Mid-Lands small town called Wolverhampton

[gphood]

Thanks for your replies. I'm busy with a Jetski at the moment which I really want to get finished and out of the workshop. I don't normally take on jobs of this size - it's a 3 seater and more-or-less a boat!! I want to go back to motorcycle panels - they're a lot easier to handle :(

Hi Moose - I'm about 150 miles away from Wolverhampton. Quite far in UK terms but just round the corner if you're from the States/Canada.

I'll have a quick look through the forums and then get back to work.

Bye for now...

Grant

[josie]

dont forget to post pics of your Jetski when you are done :-)

[gphood]

Well, if I don't get it finished soon you might get some pictures of me being chased round my workshop by its angry owner wanting to know why his pride and joy isn't ready for him to whisk off to Greece...

I'm just wet-flatting the lacquer at the moment, then I've the front cowl to finish the flag on and I can clearcoat that as well, then the masking can come off and I can start rebuilding it.

Grant

http://granthood.co.uk/graphics/photos/misc/jetski_flag/jetski_13.jpg
http://granthood.co.uk/graphics/photos/misc/jetski_flag/jetski_14.jpg

[moose]

looks good so far!

[Clem]

Welcome from So. Cal. I think you'll enjoy this site.

Looks like a lot can be learned from you. Good looking work ya got there.

Clem

[gphood]

Welcome from So. Cal. I think you'll enjoy this site.

Looks like a lot can be learned from you. Good looking work ya got there.

Clem

Thanks Clem... I'll be glad to share what I know (or think I know...), but I have a lot to learn myself, especially about the candy and finishing side of things.

[Whit]

Some Nice Work Grant !!!
Welcome to tha forum,,, from central Texas !!!

[Steelhorse]

Grant! Welcome to our little home away from home!!!! Your work is awesome!!! And I am glad that you joined our family here. Looking forward to seeing more of your art!!!! Steel..aka Len

[gphood]

Thanks all for the very friendly welcome. Sorry if I've not responded directly to your message, too many to do that, so this post is just to say a thankyou to all and I'm looking forward to sharing ideas and experiences with you all.

Kind regards

Grant

[jason prouty]

Nice work, welcome, glad to have you here

[gphood]

Nice work, welcome, glad to have you here

Thanks Jason - I'd like to return the compliment. Some lovely work on your site. I really like the jungle scenes on the walls. Keeps me buzzing and inspired...

Grant

[josie]

wow that looks awsome cant wait to see it done