I would like to thank everyone so far for all their advice, it will definitely help!
I still need to pick up a few storage supplies, so far just a couple portfolios, 19x13 and 11x14, but want to pick up some more bags/boards to put them in as well. I did a thread a couple months back that had some good ideas on that.
I purchased a cover from Joe Benitez, should have it soon. He's at the top of my list and am very excited about it. I've been looking for awhile at a couple of other pieces by a couple other artists I like, closing in on a couple of things. It's more modern stuff, which is what I enjoy and makes me happy.
I have started looking at some older pieces, from characters I really like, and all, but still a lot to learn so definitely going to wade slowly.
Thanks again for all the help, and always open for more tips/advice!
I don't agree with everything written, but it is true that newer collectors in this hobby should always have their guards up. There are some nice collectors and dealers in this hobby, but there are a lot of snakes out there that deal with OA too.
My take on this hobby, after a year in it and more than 15 years collecting rare and signed books, is very simple. Reread this thread from the beginning. There's loads of good advice in it. Keep a budget, plan your purchases, and buy what you enjoy. Unless you're looking for a specific page or cover, there generally are plenty of excellent examples of your favorite artist's work. For those super rare items, like Infinity Gauntlet splash pages or Erik Larsen's Savage Dragon pages or Frank Cho's Liberty Meadows art, expect to pay for them. So if there is something on your list that you know to be super rare, have the funds set aside somewhere when you go looking because when you find it, you must be prepared to jump on it immediately. Some items will sit for years, but those rare and highly desireable pieces may not sit for even 30 minutes. When the chance comes, go for it.
It's about the fun of comics and the love of their art. Let it take you back to the days when you were 8 years old and reading Spider-Man in your pajamas. Good luck and enjoy this hobby.
#5231397 - 11/15/1106:37 AMRe: New to OA Collecting, Advice, tips?
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Definitely great advice in this thread! Do not go overboard, as I did. Spent way too much, way too fast. Go slow, research, and just enjoy the hobby as I do now.
#5242851 - 11/19/1110:36 PMRe: New to OA Collecting, Advice, tips?
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Kevin76Kevin76
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The first post's advice is terrible and clich'e.
Always "go for the gold".
Obtain artwork that the artist is famous for, then buy the best example you can.
Simple (example)
Todd Mcfarlane = Spider-Man Neal Adams = Batman Bernie Wrightson = Swamp Thing Frank Miller = Daredevil
You get the idea. The buy the best shot of that character you can afford, If you can't afford a splash, go for a half splash or a great panel page with excellent shots of that character. (is he in every panel? Can you see his face? )
Yes it's expensive, But always buy quality and you can't go wrong. Who the inker is also matters. No one else should be inking Mcfarlane and no one else should be inking Jim Lee except Scott Williams. You get the idea.
#5246078 - 11/21/1102:02 PMRe: New to OA Collecting, Advice, tips?
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One thing that I make sure I do is read the story that the art comes from. There have been plenty of time when I see an incredible splash page, but then I read it in the context of the story and (1) it is the only decent page of art in the entire book or (2) the story is *spoon*.
Some may disagree that story is important, but to me it is vital.
One thing that I make sure I do is read the story that the art comes from. There have been plenty of time when I see an incredible splash page, but then I read it in the context of the story and (1) it is the only decent page of art in the entire book or (2) the story is *spoon*.
Some may disagree that story is important, but to me it is vital.
I agree.
Buy OA mostly from books you've read (before is best).
I have done otherwise sometimes, but it's not as pleasant.
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