Influencers Strike Again! Peach Momoko Overwhelmed at NYCC 5 5

[Nick Furious]

On 10/11/2022 at 2:36 PM, ThatNerdyCanuck said:

There's a real simple way to solve this nonsense. 

Personalozed autographs ONLY. 

"To ________" 

The flippers, resellers, and influencers will right off 

Totally agree.  A popular artist allowing 10 free signings without personalizing them is asking for trouble.  Hopefully she will get better advice in the future of how to filter the money-grabbers from the true fans.  

[Buzzetta]

On 10/11/2022 at 5:36 PM, ThatNerdyCanuck said:

There's a real simple way to solve this nonsense. 

Personalozed autographs ONLY. 

"To ________" 

The flippers, resellers, and influencers will right off 

There's an even better way. 

Pro Badges and Exhibitors are prohibited from getting autographs or sucking up the time of talent before the paying attendees have a chance.  If caught you lose your status.  

This is coming from someone who has a pro badge. 

[Nick Furious]

On 10/11/2022 at 6:35 PM, Buzzetta said:

There's an even better way. 

Pro Badges and Exhibitors are prohibited from getting autographs or sucking up the time of talent before the paying attendees have a chance.  If caught you lose your status.  

This is coming from someone who has a pro badge. 

I agree with the sentiment, but my guess would be that, from the show producer's perspective, those folks are more valuable than the rank and file paying attendees.  

[Buzzetta]

On 10/11/2022 at 9:46 PM, Nick Furious said:

I agree with the sentiment, but my guess would be that, from the show producer's perspective, those folks are more valuable than the rank and file paying attendees.  

As already demonstrated... they... we... are easily replaceable... 

[Buzzetta]

And honestly, 

Each artist can easily look at our badge to determine whether or not they will sign anything for an exhibitor or a pro.  Our badges are clearly marked. 

I have used the badge to get in a bit early on a rare few occasions if my train came in early and I did not want to wait on that insane line.  Other than that, I do not do anything with it.   Usually, when and if I get there, is when I get there. 

[kav]

never heard of 'er.

[Ken Aldred]

On 10/12/2022 at 3:40 AM, kav said:

never heard of 'er.

She's a really talented modern artist, Kav.

Google some of her work.

Edited October 12, 2022 by Ken Aldred

[badback83]

On 10/11/2022 at 8:13 PM, Dr. Balls said:

It's the ICP version of comic collecting. That was my impression after watching auctions for about an hour on there. But, it fills some sort of need for buying out there. The comic book hype machine is running at full bore - this old man of 49 years can't - and probably doesn't want to - keep up with it. 

I agree for the most part.  I follow only 1 seller on there, Shrinky’s.  It’s the Fish brothers, Adam and Joe, @Superworldcomics sister “site”.  A lot of the sales are lower grade silver and bronze filler issues that usually sell anywhere from $5 to $20.  Fun stuff to read or to fill gaps in a run without breaking the bank. The sales are entertaining and fun but lack the typical whatnot loudness with “this is fire” and “this is sick” type of behavior.  It’s a fun way to spend a few hours.

[SeniorSurfer]

On 10/11/2022 at 5:54 PM, revat said:

With influencers, they might be trying to video the entire thing, talking loudly or making a video in front of the signer, or wearing a stupid costume, or doing a stupid stunt that may involve props or loud noises, or require extra room, and might take active participation from the guest.  Not to mention getting multiple signatures.  So they waste a lot of time and it feels like the influencer monetizing the situation more than the creator signing something for true fans.

In pre-eBay and even before-the-internet days, fans would line up to meet a creator/artist, tell him they admired his work and maybe even get an autograph on a picture or copy of a sketch or even a book (inside page of course) then move on, just as you said.  It was all about the person in the booth, not those in the line.  Multiple signings were not seen much (hey, if you admired the guy, you were happy with the meeting and an autograph - you didn't need 10 signatures to stare at) and anyone doing extra shenanigans (costumed play-acting, cutting in line, pictures from every angle, loud behavior, etc.) would be criticized by those in line.  The sophistos would proclaim them "boorish" while the more spirited in the crowd would actively label them as an "a@@hole."  You might even get a handler or Con security to escort the offenders out if they were obnoxious enough.

And now they are described as "influencers?"

 

[Cat]

Inconvenience 1 person at a con you're an arsehole. 

Inconvenience 100 people and you're an influencer. 

[Dmac538]

On 10/11/2022 at 6:31 PM, MarkMoon said:

Peach's line was the longest in Artist Alley every day of New York Comic Con, I waited over three hours on line to get an amazing remarque sketch from her which I was more than happy to do, because I just love her artwork.  She is so sweet and humble that I don't think she was prepared for just how popular she was and how long her line would be.

The article correctly notes that on Sunday there were exhibitors and "influencers" who lined up before Artist Alley opened to the public and began to push and shove each other to claim the first spots on the line.  This was obviously and understandably stressful for Peach and her husband.  

I also think that there was a lack of fan etiquette throughout the weekend as well.  When Peach wasn't signing and just painting at her booth there were crowds of people shoving cameras in her face while she was trying to work.  I don't know if this specifically bothered her, but it seemed very aggressive.  Also during the signings, there was a lot of people video recording their interactions with her for their Instagram reels.  Again, not sure if this specifically bothered her, but she is not a native English speaker and her husband translates for her a lot of the time so I can't help but feel like it was in poor taste to record a conversation with someone who does not necessary speak the language as well without first asking if it was okay.

I cannot emphasize enough how kind and patient both Peach and her husband were throughout the weekend with fans.  She tried to have real interactions with her fans and was more than willing to pose for pictures with anyone who asked even though it dramatically slowed down the line at her booth.  She wasn't charging for her signature and was offering the remarques at a price so low, she was basically doing them for free.    

Part of the problem with this was, Peach's husband really didn't strongly do anything. He never asked for security or anything, so the show promoter stepped in to set up parameters, and Con Helpers. On Sunday i talked with Peach and her husband to offer them the spot Jim Lee was in, it was curtained controlled environment with ropes outside so people would not block other exhibitors. Eventually they decided to stay , but without signings and remarques, some of the crowd went away. In the end, they only did huge sketches for attendees, which people were happy with.

[Sigur Ros]

On 10/12/2022 at 9:19 AM, Cat said:

Inconvenience 1 person at a con you're an arsehole. 

Inconvenience 100 people and you're an influencer. 

Do it repeatedly, you're probably on Whatnot.

[Ryan.]

On 10/12/2022 at 10:08 AM, Dmac538 said:

Part of the problem with this was, Peach's husband really didn't strongly do anything. He never asked for security or anything, so the show promoter stepped in to set up parameters, and Con Helpers. On Sunday i talked with Peach and her husband to offer them the spot Jim Lee was in, it was curtained controlled environment with ropes outside so people would not block other exhibitors. Eventually they decided to stay , but without signings and remarques, some of the crowd went away. In the end, they only did huge sketches for attendees, which people were happy with.

So what are you saying? 

[Galen130]

I just LOVE the comic book industry!!! 

[Dr. Balls]

On 10/12/2022 at 6:55 AM, SeniorSurfer said:

if you admired the guy, you were happy with the meeting and an autograph - you didn't need 10 signatures to stare at

"Not as clumsy or random as an influencer; an elegant collector from a more civilized age"

[SeniorSurfer]

On 10/12/2022 at 10:41 AM, Dr. Balls said:

"Not as clumsy or random as an influencer; an elegant collector from a more civilized age"

True, true.  I had to re-type and forgot on the second time to end my shpiel with  " "

[CJ Design]

When I drink too many Momoko's I become an "Under the INFLUENCER".

[Dave2739]

On 10/12/2022 at 1:10 PM, CJ Design said:

When I drink too many Momoko's I become an "Under the INFLUENCER".

You should try an Espresso Momoko. They're delightful!

[CJ Design]

On 10/12/2022 at 12:59 PM, Dave2739 said:

You should try an Espresso Momoko. They're delightful!

Sounds exquisite!

[Cobbledclam]

The Peach (purée, Cointreau, lime juice, shake, strain and add Prosecco/cava  splash with fine sugar rim) Momoko. 😘