Paul Capello
pcapello@optonline.net

Since the summer of 2000 Paul has been creating custom computer case mods, fusing his passion for art, technology and industrial design into his unique creations. His more than 23 years of experience as master model builder, carpenter and special effects artist is reflected in works such as Metropolis, Alien Case Mod, The Matrix: Rebirth 8.0.

His most recent work, Doom 3: Project Mars City, is considered to be the most well known custom computer case mod ever created.



Paul is not only a world-class craftsman
, he is also a published author, multimedia artist and video journalist. His most recent book, The Maximum PC Guide to Extreme PC Mods (QUE Publishers) has become the de facto guide for building and customizing your own personal computer.



Paul Capello
is also the host of Airgun Reporter as well as the chief, cook and bottle washer of production. From show concept to writing, directing and editing, The show is currently a one-man crew.
Airgun Reporter is the first in a series of independently produced consumer product review shows, with a focus on in-depth air gun product reviews, from the backyard “BB rifle” to the precision made world-class Olympic grade target shooter. Airgun Reporter's content is suitable for all audiences.

His numerous television, radio, print and trade show appearances have earned him a reputation as a friendly and informative public personality. Year after year Paul is invited back to bring his work to events across the country for clients including Microsoft and Intel Corporation.

The online modding forums
on his web site and on many others are launching pads for new ideas, where he can be found sharing his works in progress, lending a helping hand and learning from the many creative people that make up the case modding community. Paul’s work continues to be featured in books, on television and in magazines all over the world, and in more than eight languages. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he still lives there today.


"Mecanique"

Water cooled Multimedia Editing Computer

"Jujube"

Custom made Home Theater PC

"Metropolis"

Custom themed computer built for Via Technologies


"Doom 3: Project Mars City"

Custom fabricated computer based on the legendary video game.



"Project Nighthawk "

Flight simulator built for Cableorganizer.com

"Silicon Rising "

Sculpted computer display built for the Intel Corporation

"Alien Case Mod"

Paul's first custom computer

"Boblbee"

Portable gaming PC built inside of a hard-shell back pack

"The Matrix: Rebirth 8.0"

Movie themed custom PC featured on G4 Tech TV
WHAT ARE CASE MODS?

Like a sculptor with a block of stone or a painter before a canvas, a case modder can look deep into the metal and plastic of the ordinary desktop computer and summon its true nature. The very word modding, (short for modify) means to change and transform personal computers into works of individual expression. Or, more simply put: to make different.

In workshops, in garages, in dorm rooms, and on kitchen tables all over the world, case modders are busy customizing their stock computers. They are the hot rodders among PC enthusiasts, cutting, reshaping, painting and tweaking their machines for stunning visual impact and ultra-high performance. Some of these are not only extreme computer makeovers, but also one-of-a-kind hand-built marvels of craftsmanship and cutting-edge design. They’re having fun designing, building and showing off their own home theater PCs, car computers and tricked-out gaming rigs.

You might be asking, “Why even bother to change the appearance of my computer when it works perfectly fine the way it is?” That’s because case modding is about the expression of individuality, and about redefining what makes a computer truly personal.

 

www.thebestcasescenario.com

 

Some of Paul's publications, print and media appearances
Author: The Maximum PC Guide to Extreme PC Mods. QUE Publishers.

Comprehensive guide to building your own custom computer.

Paperback
ISBN: 0789731924
Pub. Date: January 2005
NY Daily News Article by Stephen Ditlea

Feature article, PC Format Magazine
Radio interview on "Computer America" with Craig Crossman
G4 Tech TV Appearance