Ivan Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 With the relative absence of releases over the last couple of months, I decided it was time to finally put together that Minimate website I had been thinking about. Originally it was just going to be my personal, glorified want list. Then I realized that with a couple modifications it could be a (hopefully useful) reference for the whole Minimate community. Minimate Database Right now it's packs and figures, and of course it doesn't have images of what I don't have. The next step is to fill in all those holes and add in all the various accessories. (weblines, swords, alternate heads, etc.) If anyone spots any errors, typos, or broken links please let me know. And if you have photos of the items I'm missing that you'd be willing to contribute, please drop me a PM here. I haven't set up any email on minmatedatabase domain yet, but soon. A final note of caution, I'm not a web designer. So if you see clashing colors, funky design, or ugly css.... uhm, a wizard did it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBT! Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Hey Ivan, that's a really nice site great job there! This is where I'd normally offer to help with the missing pix but I know I'll prob never get round to doing it so will be honest upfront T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanester Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Very nice. I like the mouse-over photos and detailed pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amazing.JL Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Sweet Site Ivan, like the pics and details. I can see it being very useful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdyCarter Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Colour me impressed, glad you finally got the time to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jatta Pake Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Sweetness! I'll get a link up from MMHQ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fujis Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 An awesome idea Ivan and perfectly executed! I'm going to go take a look around... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MINI_MYTE Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Very impressive Ivan. This is how I always envisioned a minimate database should look like. My hat is off to you sir. Keep up the good work. I hope you'll be able to update your site every time a new line emerges to the public. Can't wait to see 'em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TITAN Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Nice job. Another site to add to my favourites folder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Jet Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 A very proffessional job, Ivan, your website has a sleek feel to it. With time and some work it could easily become the top Minimate database around. I can tell you were meticulus in your detail, site navigation is smooth and a pleasure to deal with, well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minijeff Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Simply awsome Ivan! That is one smooth and nicely done site. I love all the pics! Great job and I cant wait to see it evolve! Jeff of the Minis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGNINE Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 That wizard sure did a great job. I award him +3 charisma and a Robe Of Greater Casting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxcarnage Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 that site is AWSOME. I have an un-opened pict of Battle damaged spiderman and Venom two pack. it is the orginal but without the second Venome head I will PM you the pic soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Kudos to you sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Thanks guys. It feels nice to give back to the community who've given... from whom I've taken so much. I'd imagine it will be quite a chore to keep it up to date with the heavy release schedule. The database part is easy enough, but taking all the pictures, then rotating, cropping, color-correcting and resizing is very time consuming. It's a good thing that The GIMP is scriptable. You can probably tell from the variation in the figure pictures that it took at least three (I lost count) separate photo shoots to get them all. I'll probably end up taking me more than a week to get new releases up because I buy most of my Minimates online, and I always choose the cheapest shipping. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Jet Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 As a fellow photographer, I can back you up on that, it always takes multiple pics to achieve your vision, but anybody can see that you've put a lot of work into your site. With a little polish here and there, I'm sure you can turn it into a sophisticated Minimates database equal to none. Do you have a list of pics you require somewhere? Because with all the people around here with extensive MIB collections and digital cameras (myself included), I'm sure you could have your gaps filled in pretty fast. That last part sounded sort of weird... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted June 29, 2007 Share Posted June 29, 2007 Wow. Simply wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyc Posted June 29, 2007 Share Posted June 29, 2007 Very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadpool Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 http://www.minimatedatabase.com/series.php?i=31 What is THIS Ivan? Palz? PALZ? IN A MINIMATE DATEBASE?! THIS IS MADNESS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttheadsmate Posted August 5, 2007 Share Posted August 5, 2007 http://www.minimatedatabase.com/series.php?i=31 What is THIS Ivan? Palz? PALZ? IN A MINIMATE DATEBASE?! THIS IS MADNESS!!! Ivan,its your site so go for it. Anybody who puts that much time into anything for the ultimate benefit of others deserves encouragement. With the sad demise of Danny's site the minimate database is even more welcome,put what you like in it. I respect your opinion Deadpool but a section on a now defunct line won't really hurt, will it? I am biassed* though, I loved those PALz**. Deadpool beware the upper-case when posting I learned the hard way from the Caps Police. *biassed- 2 mule owner; having 2 butts **correct spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadpool Posted August 5, 2007 Share Posted August 5, 2007 http://www.minimatedatabase.com/series.php?i=31 What is THIS Ivan? Palz? PALZ? IN A MINIMATE DATEBASE?! THIS IS MADNESS!!! Ivan,its your site so go for it. Anybody who puts that much time into anything for the ultimate benefit of others deserves encouragement. With the sad demise of Danny's site the minimate database is even more welcome,put what you like in it. I respect your opinion Deadpool but a section on a now defunct line won't really hurt, will it? I am biassed* though, I loved those PALz**. Deadpool beware the upper-case when posting I learned the hard way from the Caps Police. *biassed- 2 mule owner; having 2 butts **correct spelling It's cool, I don't actually mind. I just was wondering why they were there. Also hoping for someone to get me on the 300 joke, but I guess those are dead by now, huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Posted August 6, 2007 Author Share Posted August 6, 2007 http://www.minimatedatabase.com/series.php?i=31 What is THIS Ivan? Palz? PALZ? IN A MINIMATE DATEBASE?! THIS IS MADNESS!!! Heh, wait until you see the Kubrick section. Actually, I had originally considered making a generalized Block Figure Database including Minimates, Palz, Kubricks, I-Men, Myclone, etc. But I realized I don't have the drive, access, or love of those lines like I do for Minimates. I might actually get the Palz up one day because it is a dead line and I already have most of the figures. But since Minimate releases show no sign of slowing down, that day will keep getting pushed back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felyxz Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 I have to agree. This is an aweseome site. Great work. I really love the Random function. I just cannot stop clicking on that random button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 I have to agree. This is an aweseome site. Great work. I really love the Random function. I just cannot stop clicking on that random button. Same. Its like an addiction. Like I must see the next random minimate! lol But great work Ivan. I regularly use your site to check what I want. Nice one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimm Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Great site. It's just what I was looking for, being new and all to the Minimates craze. I like seeing the good pictures of them all. Put it in my favorites. :biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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