T Shen Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 (edited) Both of you make great points (hey Malvin!) and I’ll take them into account. Appreciate your thoughts! And no truer words have been spoken.. the pain of regret is definitely amplified in this hobby of ours. Edited November 5, 2018 by T Shen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alxjhnsn Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 I would also add that it really depends on the asking price of a piece. Offering $750 for an $800 piece (<10% off)? Sure. Offering $50 for a $100 piece (1/2 off)? Probably a bit too low. Rick2you2 and T Shen 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shemp Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 On 11/3/2018 at 9:44 PM, T Shen said: I obviously find it easier to do so if a piece is posted on the internet but just feel awkward when I’m face to face with the artist/seller. Anyone care to share their experience? I am the exact opposite. I have no problem asking when face to face, (even on single items!) but find it difficult when a piece is posted on the net. It feels awkward because I can't see their reaction or feel them out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick2you2 Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 On 11/5/2018 at 10:24 PM, Shemp said: I am the exact opposite. I have no problem asking when face to face, (even on single items!) but find it difficult when a piece is posted on the net. It feels awkward because I can't see their reaction or feel them out. The other danger is that if the piece is really good, someone else may be offering a higher amount and you get effectively outbid. I had that once, so unless I know something has been around a while, I generally offer the requested amount. Even then, I might break that rule if the price still seemed high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T Shen Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 On 11/7/2018 at 5:41 AM, Rick2you2 said: The other danger is that if the piece is really good, someone else may be offering a higher amount and you get effectively outbid. I had that once, so unless I know something has been around a while, I generally offer the requested amount. Even then, I might break that rule if the price still seemed high. Oh yes of course. I should’ve clarified as I would really only offer a lower amount for something that’s been around for a little. I wouldn’t dare to risk haggling on pages from new books that have just been released for the risk of losing out on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Blastaar Posted November 27, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted November 27, 2018 Coming from somebody who just wrapped up their first year in the hobby I will add that many of the mistakes are great because it helped me learn what to do and not to do and what I like and what I don't like. Having said that I spent a lot on multiple pages that I kind of liked and could have purchased maybe a few of ones that would have been outstanding to have. Also short-term flips for profit is a horrible idea. I love it and don't see myself slowing down anytime soon. Feel like I graduated from a freshman to a sophomore this year. JadeGiant, theflashunc, NicoV and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JadeGiant Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 1 hour ago, Blastaar said: Coming from somebody who just wrapped up their first year in the hobby I will add that many of the mistakes are great because it helped me learn what to do and not to do and what I like and what I don't like. Having said that I spent a lot on multiple pages that I kind of liked and could have purchased maybe a few of ones that would have been outstanding to have. Also short-term flips for profit is a horrible idea. I love it and don't see myself slowing down anytime soon. Feel like I graduated from a freshman to a sophomore this year. Hopefully you stayed in the shallow end of the spending pool and your freshman year tuition was not too expensive. ESeffinga and theflashunc 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCarter27 Posted February 26, 2019 Share Posted February 26, 2019 (edited) People, keep your art out of the sun... particularly the color stuff-- Edited September 8, 2019 by BCarter27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vodou Posted February 26, 2019 Share Posted February 26, 2019 14 hours ago, BCarter27 said: People, keep your art out of the sun... particularly the color stuff-- From night...to day. Like Magic!! (so sad, they are both really nice otherwise!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCarter27 Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 Tax info for collectibles as of 2019- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webhead2018 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 So question for all. I have an original commisson on art board drawing that is 9x12. I originally wanted to frame it. But I have no place to hang art. So I was wondering what is best way to protect the piece still without framing it. Like get some sort of slab like thing, bag and board like a comic etc..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCarter27 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 1 hour ago, Webhead2018 said: So question for all. I have an original commisson on art board drawing that is 9x12. I originally wanted to frame it. But I have no place to hang art. So I was wondering what is best way to protect the piece still without framing it. Like get some sort of slab like thing, bag and board like a comic etc..... A large mylar sleeve or toploader is a good way to go. If you add more pieces later, consider getting an Itoya portfolio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webhead2018 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 OK thanks for idea. What best top loader to go for 9x12 pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCarter27 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 54 minutes ago, Webhead2018 said: OK thanks for idea. What best top loader to go for 9x12 pieces. Check here- http://www.bagsunlimited.com/category/575/ultra-pro-toploaders-for-prints-posters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webhead2018 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter L Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 On 2/25/2019 at 8:14 PM, BCarter27 said: People, keep your art out of the sun... particularly the color stuff-- Were these directly in the light? Was it in a frame? Do you have more details about how this was stored? Lee Kohse 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter L Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 On 3/9/2019 at 4:39 PM, Webhead2018 said: So question for all. I have an original commisson on art board drawing that is 9x12. I originally wanted to frame it. But I have no place to hang art. So I was wondering what is best way to protect the piece still without framing it. Like get some sort of slab like thing, bag and board like a comic etc..... Depending on how nice and rare a piece, for my best pieces I get a mylar with an acid free backing board. I put microchamber paper between the art and the board. I bought all of this stuff from bagsunlimited. Then I put this in an acid free storage box. I am going away from the itoya portfolios. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCarter27 Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 39 minutes ago, Peter L said: Were these directly in the light? Was it in a frame? Do you have more details about how this was stored? Unfortunately, I don't have more information about the conditions they were displayed in, but are just two recent examples I came across. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick2you2 Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 4 hours ago, Peter L said: Depending on how nice and rare a piece, for my best pieces I get a mylar with an acid free backing board. I put microchamber paper between the art and the board. I bought all of this stuff from bagsunlimited. Then I put this in an acid free storage box. I am going away from the itoya portfolios. And keep it in a dark, dry place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCarter27 Posted April 7, 2019 Share Posted April 7, 2019 People don't get your art signed after the fact. Just don't. It's not worth the risk. And it you MUST get the art signed, let it only be the penciller and inker. AND HAVE THEM DO IT IN THE MARGIN! GAH! The Cimmerians Purse and MrCookieMonster 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
