Kohei

Norm's Batman work remains amazing. He really changed the Batscape. His Gotham and Batmobiles blew my mind. To me he remains one of the quintessential Bat artists. Here's a couple Breyfogle  from my collection.

How about posting memories or o.a. from your collection from one of the finest Bat Artists who ever graces his pen to bristol.

7 hours ago, eewwnuk said:

that's a lot of disclaimers...

I been practicing. 

Lots of pledge levels including o.a.

More info can be found on kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/78010517/simon-bisley-2018-art-book?ref=category_newest&ref=discovery

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20 hours ago, Comic Art Factory said:

Any news regarding the artist choice new website ? 

Spencer is neck deep in revamping while repping, working, and trying to figure out what he actually has.

A lot of his stuff was mislabeled from the artists he picked them up from so he took some help on and is going through and verifying what he has. When I spoke with him a few weeks ago he stated they were about ()% done. But he wants to very of what is up on the site is what he has. He also said the new site is mostly coded already and he'll be offering more than just o.a., stuff like celebrity autographs and what not.

The takeaway is that it won't be soon, However, what he has planned sounds great and will be a huge improvement over what's there and should be a l'il ahead of the curve from other sites.

As you can guess redoing that site is a massive undertaking and it's taking a lot of eyes, hands, and time. Things will likely change somewhat from what he described to me and that's why I'm not going into specifics much.

32 minutes ago, DeadpoolJr. said:

How long are commissions on average?

Malvin is correct-anyone surprised?

There's too many factors that go into it to give an average. How busy is the artist? If they're currently working on a monthly title I don't ask...or in the rare case that i do I don't expect a reply.

If an artist throws notification that they are currently taking commissions at home(or in preparation for a con appearance) I'd say three to six months is realistic. If it's in prep for  a con appearance then they should be able to send you pics of a finished piece before they head to said con-unless they are currently working on a book.
If you're going to meet them at a con do not pay up front is my advice.

1 hour ago, Sooners151 said:

I never realized how many commission horror stories there are.

I've done around a dozen or so over the past two years. I haven't been skunked yet but I've definitely been made to sweat twice. 

Lots of great experiences, but it's definitely a game for the patient and persistent. Some stand out at home commissions for me have been Mike Grell, Barry Kitson, Tim truman, and Val Semeiks.  .

1 hour ago, Blastaar said:

Ya, I checked it out as well. Lot of names on there.

Was your artist listed?

1 hour ago, Blastaar said:

open and willing to do commissions with a two week turnaround are available for a reason.

That sounds like a unicorn. I've had it happen with Val Semeiks on an inking commission and Tim Truman came through two full months(and I was quoted three months total) ahead of schedule, but that seems pretty quick imo.

Paypal will likely have your back on this. If he's done it to others-which we won't know unless you name him-they'll revoke his ability to use Paypal.

Honestly, how do you know he doesn't have the $350? Because he told you? He told you other things too that haven't panned out.

Most artists take time for home commissions. It's like kickstarters, you have to measure time metricly-double it and add thirty.

If it's Avi you're not the first and likely not the last. He had to have the law on him to start giving refunds.

Most reputable artists won't ask for money up front.

For further info there's a facebook group that is out there just so fellow collectors can keep score of dogs like this: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1037885522982765/

A couple new Frank pieces, a Sears, and a side o' Reis.

http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerynew.asp?GCat=114146

1 hour ago, SquareChaos said:

I find it personally distasteful.

Seconded. At the very least it's tacky.

4 hours ago, Lucky Baru said:

Brett Booth  is undervalued and under appreciated. 

Seconded

Let's see what y'all picked up please.

4 hours ago, BCarter27 said:

Thursday-only SDCC exclusive... available from all participating OA dealers!

Use it early and use it often!

Yer a bad man...

On the other hand I'm sure all the other collectors are disappointed that the Mrs. Arbogast has already found a home.

I'm a Superbacker-mostly tabletop gaming. I have had some disappointments but it's pretty well known that any kickstarter requires patience and an application of the metric system to measuring time. 

There's a lot to look for when backing; track record(if there is one), reputation outside of kickstarter ecosystem, and what's promised versus the timeline. If you see a bunch of stretch goals and add ons that are dependant on funding and really aren't related to the project(stickers, nick knacks, etc..) that's another sign that if it does come through it will likely be late. The scope and size of a kickstarter is also a pretty good indication of how to set delivery expectations.

I've only backed a handful of comic related projects. Jan Duursema is taking forever and communication is spotty. What has been shared however has been pretty amazing. I've also backed Tom Mandrake through Indiegogo. It took longer than expected and was picked up in person by a boardie at a con for me  but I got what I asked for(90% of it anyway).

Bart Sears project has been grand. Great, quality product nicely packaged. I've developed a nice professional rapport with him via email. My comm from his is in works-it's taking a while for everyone but some have been delivered and I'm okay with the wait as he's been good with communication.
 

Peter Simeti of Alterna Comics ran a slick kickstarter last year that delivered above expectations. And he's been a real stand up guy in my experiences with him outside the kickstarter. I'd back him again in a heartbeat.

Tim Truman's ks just finished and I have high expectations for that though I suspect it will likely run overtime delivery wise. Not because I doubt Tim, but because that's how I set my expectations for kickstarter.

12 hours ago, malvin said:

All I can say is, I'm still waiting for my Kaluta and it's a slap in the face when he completes new commissions while Kickstarter pieces are still outstanding 

Malvin 

I'm sure you and others have communicated that on the comments page of the kickstarter?

7 O.A. pledge levels and 16 hours left.

*Bump*

Still lookin'

I know this piece sold on Clink last year around late Spring I think. If anyone has any leads it would be appreciated.

Kickstarter is fully funded and ends early Monday morning.

Timothy and Benjamin Truman return to independent, creator-owned projects with Scout: Marauder, the first volume in a new graphic novel series set in the dystopian future world of Timothy's original Scout series! It's the final week of the campaign, which ends Monday AM, July 9. Check it out! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/704883862/scout-marauder

 Tim Truman's bringing back Scout with original art reward tiers in the SCOUT: MARAUDER Kickstarter 

Commissions can be one of the most frustrating aspects of the hobby. Polite communication about expectations is essential for a good outcome. Know what you want and communicate it clearly and know that once you pull the trigger what you asked for is what you'll likely get. 

From my experience commissions are something that requires patience. The longest I've had to wait is a year. In that year the artist offered to upgrade my piece and let me know they'd refund in full at any point if I got tired of waiting. I spent time in that year getting to know them better via email and bought a few published pages. To me it's all win and fuels my interest in the artists work and in getting another commission.

I've also had folks I've had to badger some. But it's never been anything stronger than 'Just checking in to see where things are at with my commission'. Artists are humans and are more willing to help you get what you want if you're nice to them.

So to recap:

            Know what you want and and ask for what you want up front. 

            Let the artist offer upgrades, don't demand them.

            Patience patience patience.

            Disappointment is avoided by clear, polite communication to clear up details on delays and expectations. Build bridges don't burn them.

            Know your budget and stay there. Build a war chest over time if you need to. Mosts artists in the industry aren't going anywhere if they have a rep and an ongoing title.

This is all my opinion your mileage may vary.

Pencils by Luke McDonnell with inks by Geof Isherwood.

Any help appreciated. Thanks for looking.

4 hours ago, faust1104 said:

I just did. Keeping my fingers crossed.