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Vote for "DistrAction Figures" and The Cheap Skaterz!

 
Posted by Chris CoffelApprentice Wednesday, April 22 2009 9 comments

http://www.ideablob.com/ideas/5159--DistrAction-Figures-Developin I am very happy to say that my business idea and concept is now 1 of 8 finalists to win $10,000.00 from ideablob.com. 
I am currently in a showdown vote and NEED all the support I can get with votes. 
The voting period is from 4/22/09 through 4/30/09.
Please show your support and vote here:  http://www.ideablob.com/ideas/5159--DistrAction-Figures-Developin

Who are "The Cheap Skaterz" anyway?
"The Cheap Skaterz" brand are a green friendly crew developed for animation and print media markets. My wish is to give children hope and laughter through the adventures the Cheap Skaterz create. Being less fortunate doesn't have to mean being less important.

A comical crew of "under-priviledged" but tenacious group, who spend most of their time at their club house and make-shift skate park which resides in their local junkyard.

Each character reinforces the brand name Cheap Skaterz with pun-intended names relating to being cheap or down and out. "Dirk Poor","Penny Pincher","Owen Ustuph""Omar Money","Pam Handler"and "Spare Chang".Their biggest arch nemesis is "Al Fluent", the rich kid who has everything!

The Cheap Skaterz utilize the recycled materials from their local Junkyard (and make-shift clubhouse/skatepark) to create a "wealth" of adventure, while trying to stay out of a "wad" of trouble!

Motto:  "We're just keeping it real.... Real Cheap!"

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  • Rajeev_greenwalaimg_3052

    Rajeev KapurApprentice said on April 23, 2009

    Chris, this is great stuff. I love you creativity. These characters are awesome. You got my vote. Ok Wala's let's get over to the site Chris references and let's help him win. His concept is a great way to help educate the younger generation. Good luck Chris!

    Chief Wala - Live Green and Prosper
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    Chris CoffelApprentice said on April 23, 2009

    Thanks Raj!.. The Wala's support is greatly appreciated!..

    And for an inside note: The Cheap Skaterz are loosely based on my childhood... "Dirk Poor" is me! :)
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    Chris CoffelApprentice said on April 24, 2009

    http://www.ideablob.com/ideas/5159--DistrAction-Figures-Developin
    I'm asking the for the Wala's support with voting on my concept "DistrAction Figures" (The Cheap Skaterz).. Please consider voting for this charitable brand of Characters!... I am also interested in hearing any comments or feedback anyone might be willing to provide! Thanks - Chris
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    Chris CoffelApprentice said on April 26, 2009

    PLEASE VOTE: http://www.ideablob.com/ideas/5159--DistrAction-Figures-Developin I am in 7th place and with 5 days left, I could turn things in my favor with your support. Please help a fellow Wala and pay it forward. Thanks - Chris
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    jen wApprentice said on April 26, 2009

    Hi Chris, You received my vote! Love your DistrAction Figures.....I could see teens/tweens sending them as 'stickers' via facebook. Would you consider creating an application for that?
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    Chris CoffelApprentice said on April 26, 2009

    Thanks Jen! and Yes, I would consider creating a sticker app for them.. I have a Cheap Skaterz fan page on FB... And really need some help in getting the word out and this would help.
  • Elizah_leigh_head_shot_august_2009

    Elizah LeighUser517_level said on April 27, 2009

    Chris -- I just took a few minutes to check out the art work that you posted on Idea Blob (the pix are posted on a larger scale, so the detail is really easy to see). I also got a good sense of the message that you're trying to send out via this eco-comic crew. I think you have an excellent concept which will certainly appeal to the up-and-coming green-conscious generation, but your characters have a hip, edgy vibe that even I like (as a slighty, ahem, older person), so maybe you can cross many age barriers. I am especially impressed with your graphic skills and really wish you the best in this endeavor. I just voted for you -- but I really hope that Idea Blob's requirement that all voters register first (before being allowed to vote for your idea) won't turn Greenwala supporters off. I'm going to try to champion your cause right now ;)
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    Chris CoffelApprentice said on April 27, 2009

    Hi Elizah - Thank you for the kind words and support!.. I appreciate the feedback . Yes, I can see how registering may be a hindrance to getting more support. However, it does only take a minute and is required to honestly track the voting. I have exhausted my resources with trying to spread the word to obtain more support, so I am truly thankful for your help!...
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    Alicia ChuApprentice said on April 28, 2009

    This is an amazing idea! I'm in!

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