Commodore 64 Papercraft V3

This is the third update of my Commodore 64 papercraft series. This project consists of everything you will need to recreate the iconic image pictured above:

• Commodore 64 Computer - Update, original light-coloured function keys

• Commodore 1541 Hard Drive - Update, "active" power light

• Commodore MPS 801 Printer - New!

• Commodore VIC Modem - New!

• "Net Sales" Screenplate - New!

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Commodore MPS 801 Printer - Front

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Continuous feed paper with MPS print test

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Commodore MPS 801 Printer - Rear

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VIC Modem, a mystery to me as a kid

I am enjoying this series. I have received a lot of words of encouragement as well as some great feedback.

Stay tuned for more cool stuff!

Flower Bandanas

I eventually always return to my monogram bandana designs. I love repeats and patterns. Can anyone guess the source of the flowers petal geometry?

Dancing Flowers Bandanas

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 31 - FINAL

It was a lot of had work but I have finally completed the Retro Challenger for 2016. It was a fun experience as always. Perhaps one day I will team up with a programmer and Super Mario will find another home on the Commodore.

But that'll be for another Challenge. Thanks a million for all the support!

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 29

Thought I was finished? So did I, well almost. The SMB3 experience would not be complete without the Battle Game which is a shout out to the original Mario Bros. game.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 27

I felt Canadian's in the 80's were quick to abandon old computer tech in favour of game consoles and eventually PCs. I was playing with my Commodore 64 for years after it had fallen out of favor. The 16-bit computer era practically passed us by. There is a lot of beauty wrapped up in limitation so I believe I will continue to appreciate what 8-bit and 16-bit system do.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 25

I remember playing Super Mario Bros 3 for the first time. I rented it from out Canadian Tire (CT rented out games in our small town). I remember it like it was yesterday. My younger sister and I sat in front of our television and were transfixed as we played through the whole experience. I always had similar times with the Commodore so it only seems fitting to pay tribute to two of my favourite systems.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 23

Mario reaches the final bonus stage before reaching the castle.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 19

The NES uses 2x2 tiles (16x16px) to define its world whereas my Commodore version uses 3x2 tiles (12x16px). This can make certain objects, like the rotating hammer especially challenging and interesting to translate.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 17

Mario takes a break from stomping Goombas to play a card game with Toad.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 14

World 1-6 represents the final numbered level in the Grass Lands. Do you remember all the other areas hidden in World 1? Stay tuned for the answer!

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 12

Mario goes spelunking, takes a dip, and flies into coin-filled clouds in World 1-5.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 9

While I don't know if the Commodore can move this many pixels at once, the demoscene knows.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 8

Mario has discovered another Mushroom House, this one more secret than last.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 7

This level focuses on platforms and brick assets. Mario receives his first 5-up of the game.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 6

Today's entry represents a well deserved break for both Mario and myself.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 5

Mario soars to new heights and goes behind the scenes to find a big surprise. Well it was to me, once upon a time.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 4

There are a few unique elevations on these hills. It was a bit confusing at first but eventually I figured it out.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 3

The first world has been completed. For each post I will include some highlighted scenes as well as a level map.

Retro Challenge 2016/10 - Day 2

Day two and I am seeing double-wide Commodore pixels in my dreams.