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1 hour ago, Catwoman_Fan said:

Has anyone heard back from Spencer on their Artist's Choice order ?

I know it's less than a month, but I'm getting antsy. 

I'm waiting as well

On 1/16/2019 at 11:19 AM, Bird said:

I have them order the materials after measuring my art and then take my art with me. They call me when the materials are in and I make sure it gets done the same day. Once in a while they say the cannot do it that day so I tell them that I will bring it in bright and early on day X and to please have it done that day instead.

Tried this method this past weekend. They called me when the frame was ready, I went in the next day, and in 10 minutes while I walked around the store they were able to insert the art and I was on my way. Zero anxiety option. Thanks Bird!

2 minutes ago, Pete Marino said:

I get putting it all behind you and the exhaustion of a battle like this.

But I think removing his name and handles (from Instagram and eBay) are really giving him a free pass.

But in general, there's a lesson here that we really should vet the people we sell to, I know I've sent art all over the world to people I've never heard of (or heard from again).

 

I agree, I wouldn't want to do business with this individual anytime down the line when art is concerned. Heck, when anything is concerned to be honest. I don't have my pitchfork out or anything  and I wouldn't continue to go around blasting his name, but if he has the capacity for this kind of fraud, I'd like to be able to reference this incident if I were to forget who it was a few years later. There was a lot of pressure from the social community this time. What if he builds a little more credibility by starting to collect art and thinks, "hey, maybe it'll work this time"?

oh man, I can't wait to hear this. Fingers crossed this is going to end well and we can laugh and learn from Guizar-gate (yes? no?) for years to come.

11 minutes ago, PhilipB2k17 said:

Contact the FBI, and copy PayPal on the communication. This is mail fraud. Also contact the local police department where this guy lives, the sheriff’s department, and the California Attorney Generals Office. Who knows how many other people he’s scammed like this. 

Agreed, mail fraud is a federal offense. I hope they'd take it seriously.

Sorry this is happening to you. I'm sure I speak for most of us as a group when I say this is our collective nightmare.

An experience of a lifetime! So envious!

40 minutes ago, Blastaar said:

I am envious of the wall space you "get" to use. The wife has given me one room to display which happens to be the smallest room in the house, my office. Once the kids are out of the house my dream is to turn the basement into my own private gallery, just a short 10 years away!

We live in a 3-story patio home (standalone but no yard) so no man-cave or office unfortunately. It took me awhile to talk her into letting me hang my art in the hallway, which actually turned out to be perfect as it gets little to no sunlight and I get to see it many times a day. Basement man-cave has been a dream of mine for a long time as well haha. Good luck!

On 1/21/2019 at 3:21 PM, Panelfan1 said:

wanted to update all. Got the art finally. Sent a copy to the artist Mike Deodato and he has confirmed that it is the published art.

Took a much better scan. Its now posted for all to see HERE

 

thanks to everyone that showed interest.

He also posted to his Instagram account too 

18 hours ago, Blastaar said:

I usually give them the dimensions I need and insert the art myself 

That would actually make me feel a ton better, thanks!

I've had a similar issue - when searching for "James O'Barr", it only pulls up art tagged to "James Obarr" and returning something like six results. I was looking for a contact link but wasn't able to find one.

5 hours ago, malvin said:

Its not a prize I like winning, but I have paid for published art from an artists and he hasn't shipped.

It's been almost 6 months so today I decided to offer an payment if he ships (after I receive it of course)

Malvin

There's no excuse for this... I'd love to know who to avoid.

Definitely going to try to make this one! Would love to meet everyone.

On 11/27/2018 at 10:13 AM, comix4fun said:

This is the only one I own. It had none of the slightly off facial expressions or references that turned me off to his art. Also, the character of Maestro is a favorite and I own a few of the covers by other artists from this series. 

No scan on my work computer so I'll just post the published piece...

 

I too pondered picking this cover up and passed based on Land's reputation. However, there is a little regret cause this is an awesome cover and the aforementioned isn't applicable as you stated.

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.

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.

Apologies if this has been covered in the past, I didn’t think it was possible to catch up on posts from the last seven years

What is the etiquette for haggling on prices of OA at conventions/artist appearances? I know it should never hurt to ask, especially if done in a respectful manner, but if there are prices clearly labeled for a page, is it tacky to offer a lower amount? 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?

On 10/24/2018 at 9:04 PM, JoeBruin said:

Many thanks to Richard for hosting and thank you to the local collectors who showed up. It was a great group of people who shared their wonderful collection. Hope to see everyone again soon!!!!

Count me in next time!

On 10/23/2018 at 12:40 PM, JadeGiant said:

Welcome to the forum brother, enjoy!

Thanks again Dave!

A friend just sent me this, hate that I missed out but would definitely love to join next time! Was this at the Bedrock on Westheimer?