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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 22:25:15 GMT 1, If you're interested in commissioning a print from one of the below artists, please PM me with 'PRINT CLUB - [username]' in the subject line, and include your full name and e-mail address. I'll start a spreadsheet, and once we get an adequate number we can start an e-mail thread and discuss finer details.
Likely will not get to choose a specific artist from the below; we will reach out to all (individually) and hopefully one will agree to the project. Therefore, please only PM/sign up if you would be interested in a print from any of the below artists, not only one or two in particular.
ARTISTS
-Faile
-D*Face
-Invader
-Borondo
-Eine
-Dolk
PLAN
The current plan is to attempt to commission an edition of 50; ideally we will have 70-80 persons signed up in the print club. Once we get the green-light from the artist, the first 50 of those 70-80 members to pay for their print will receive one (this is to ensure we actually have enough money for the print, in case individuals suddenly have finance problems or other excuses). We will have a six-star member or above run the pool of money; everyone will paypal that member, and once the member has received the requisite funds, the money will be sent to the artist and they will begin work on the print. We can increase the edition number depending on interest, but I doubt we can go below 50.
PRICE
As far as cost, we're proposing $300-400 per person, since $15,000-20,000 seems like an okay offer to make to an artist for a commission. This is open for debate, but likely won't go below $200 given the artists we are trying to get. If price is for some reason a dealbreaker, please indicate so in your PM.
FINE PRINTs
If this becomes ongoing, anyone who purchased first round would have automatic priority for second round/artist, to prevent cherry-picking of artists. Obviously anyone caught flipping would be kicked out, etc. Next-round priority would also go to those who post framed pics of the commissioned print, for the same reasons.
Must have been member since July 15, 2014.
Yes, we will ask Banksy.
If you're interested in commissioning a print from one of the below artists, please PM me with 'PRINT CLUB - [username]' in the subject line, and include your full name and e-mail address. I'll start a spreadsheet, and once we get an adequate number we can start an e-mail thread and discuss finer details.
Likely will not get to choose a specific artist from the below; we will reach out to all (individually) and hopefully one will agree to the project. Therefore, please only PM/sign up if you would be interested in a print from any of the below artists, not only one or two in particular.
ARTISTS
-Faile
-D*Face
-Invader
-Borondo
-Eine
-Dolk
PLAN
The current plan is to attempt to commission an edition of 50; ideally we will have 70-80 persons signed up in the print club. Once we get the green-light from the artist, the first 50 of those 70-80 members to pay for their print will receive one (this is to ensure we actually have enough money for the print, in case individuals suddenly have finance problems or other excuses). We will have a six-star member or above run the pool of money; everyone will paypal that member, and once the member has received the requisite funds, the money will be sent to the artist and they will begin work on the print. We can increase the edition number depending on interest, but I doubt we can go below 50.
PRICE
As far as cost, we're proposing $300-400 per person, since $15,000-20,000 seems like an okay offer to make to an artist for a commission. This is open for debate, but likely won't go below $200 given the artists we are trying to get. If price is for some reason a dealbreaker, please indicate so in your PM.
FINE PRINTs
If this becomes ongoing, anyone who purchased first round would have automatic priority for second round/artist, to prevent cherry-picking of artists. Obviously anyone caught flipping would be kicked out, etc. Next-round priority would also go to those who post framed pics of the commissioned print, for the same reasons.
Must have been member since July 15, 2014.
Yes, we will ask Banksy.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by robertjones on Aug 4, 2014 22:33:14 GMT 1, Great idea !
Great idea !
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by lvanhoe on Aug 4, 2014 22:33:59 GMT 1, PM sent
PM sent
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by JAlternatiรณn on Aug 4, 2014 22:35:38 GMT 1, Great idea... can I recommend in addition that the 6 star member have been a member for a prolonged period of time, and have a trusted reputation. There's nothing to stop anyone making a 100 posts a day and being 6 stars in whatever the maths works out to be.... and 20k is a f**kload of money. Maybe there's a better way than putting that on one person?
Great idea... can I recommend in addition that the 6 star member have been a member for a prolonged period of time, and have a trusted reputation. There's nothing to stop anyone making a 100 posts a day and being 6 stars in whatever the maths works out to be.... and 20k is a f**kload of money. Maybe there's a better way than putting that on one person?
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by johnnyh on Aug 4, 2014 22:36:07 GMT 1, Nice idea Dss good luck with it
Nice idea Dss good luck with it
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 22:36:50 GMT 1, Great idea... can I recommend in addition that the 6 star member have been a member for a prolonged period of time, adn have a trusted reputation. There's nothing to stop anyone making a 100 posts a day and being 6 stars in whatever the maths works out to be.... and 20k is a f**kload of money. Maybe there's a better way than putting that on one person?
The member will be someone we all feel we can trust, or we won't do it.
And keep the PM's coming - incredible response already; we could be there by tonight.
ALSO: the list will stay with those artists for now, so we know that everyone PM'ing is interested. Any artist addition other than those will have to be approved by all members, once the group has formed. And yeah, I guess we can try Banksy [insert this year's lottery slogan].
Great idea... can I recommend in addition that the 6 star member have been a member for a prolonged period of time, adn have a trusted reputation. There's nothing to stop anyone making a 100 posts a day and being 6 stars in whatever the maths works out to be.... and 20k is a f**kload of money. Maybe there's a better way than putting that on one person? The member will be someone we all feel we can trust, or we won't do it. And keep the PM's coming - incredible response already; we could be there by tonight. ALSO: the list will stay with those artists for now, so we know that everyone PM'ing is interested. Any artist addition other than those will have to be approved by all members, once the group has formed. And yeah, I guess we can try Banksy [insert this year's lottery slogan]. |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Dungle on Aug 4, 2014 22:39:23 GMT 1, Nice idea.
I think it may be tough to get it to work in practice though.
Happy to get involved though.
Nice idea.
I think it may be tough to get it to work in practice though.
Happy to get involved though.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by alexdb on Aug 4, 2014 22:41:28 GMT 1, I just pm'ed you. Would be nice if this works out well.
I just pm'ed you. Would be nice if this works out well.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by WOOF on Aug 4, 2014 22:42:52 GMT 1, In - though I will say Borondo is heavy last place finisher for me lol.
Don't dislike, but in that list, he's certainly the odd one out.
In - though I will say Borondo is heavy last place finisher for me lol.
Don't dislike, but in that list, he's certainly the odd one out.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Sic on Aug 4, 2014 22:47:48 GMT 1, Very cool!
PM sent
Very cool!
PM sent
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by letiss on Aug 4, 2014 22:48:58 GMT 1, Interesting idea, I'm in too.
The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader and for some reason he agreed, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special.
Interesting idea, I'm in too.
The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader and for some reason he agreed, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Dungle on Aug 4, 2014 22:51:13 GMT 1, Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special.
I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best.
Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special. I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best. |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by WOOF on Aug 4, 2014 22:52:44 GMT 1, Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special. I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best.
There's only one way to find out...
Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special. I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best. There's only one way to find out... |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by robxxx7 on Aug 4, 2014 22:53:14 GMT 1, Great idea .. I'm in and pm sent
Great idea .. I'm in and pm sent
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by letiss on Aug 4, 2014 22:53:23 GMT 1, Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special. I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best.
Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special. I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best. Yep, I'm sure you're right. Better bet to attempt a more up and coming name, along the lines of Borondo. |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 22:55:15 GMT 1, Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader and for some reason he agreed, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special.
We will definitely ask Banksy and see what happens. That said, he has been out of the screen-printing game for some time and I don't see him agreeing to a private commission, especially something like this. But yes, we will absolutely ask.
I think if an artist was involved and willing it would only take months at most, and months that would likely be worth it  Depending on the artist, we can potentially propose images for the screenprint and that can expedite the process (i.e. rather than a completely new piece from his/her beautiful brain) but that will all be fleshed out in the later stages and I'm sure will depend entirely on the artist.
Interesting idea, I'm in too. The one thing that could be an issue is the slowness that the art industry actually works. So, say you got in contact with Invader and for some reason he agreed, it would no doubt have to fit into his busy schedule of releases and other projects, which could be months or years. If you're going for Invader and Faile, why not add Banksy to the list too, as all the free publicity he's had from this site, it's about time he did an urban art forum special. We will definitely ask Banksy and see what happens. That said, he has been out of the screen-printing game for some time and I don't see him agreeing to a private commission, especially something like this. But yes, we will absolutely ask. I think if an artist was involved and willing it would only take months at most, and months that would likely be worth it Depending on the artist, we can potentially propose images for the screenprint and that can expedite the process (i.e. rather than a completely new piece from his/her beautiful brain) but that will all be fleshed out in the later stages and I'm sure will depend entirely on the artist. |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 22:57:04 GMT 1, Thirty minutes later, and we have 27 people. I'll update if/when we break the 70 mark.
Thirty minutes later, and we have 27 people. I'll update if/when we break the 70 mark.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 23:16:24 GMT 1, A NOTE TO FLIPPERS
Also, I really want to emphasize the 'no flippers' concept - at the end of the day, we'll likely have a database that lines up each edition number with personal information, and we'll just wade through the e-mail thread to figure out which number was sold if people start flipping. Ideally the members of the club will be as passionate as i am re: keeping out flippers so will gladly take a second to snap a pic of their edition #'s next to a newspaper or some nonsense if things get that real; this kind of thing can all be sorted rather quickly if everyone is straightforward.
And I'm sure as the flippers get weeded out, we'll have a better chance of getting certain artists to go along with the project.
Basically, you don't want to be the person trying to flip one of these prints. Not trying to be overly intimidating, but I want to keep this as legitimate as possible.
A NOTE TO FLIPPERS
Also, I really want to emphasize the 'no flippers' concept - at the end of the day, we'll likely have a database that lines up each edition number with personal information, and we'll just wade through the e-mail thread to figure out which number was sold if people start flipping. Ideally the members of the club will be as passionate as i am re: keeping out flippers so will gladly take a second to snap a pic of their edition #'s next to a newspaper or some nonsense if things get that real; this kind of thing can all be sorted rather quickly if everyone is straightforward.
And I'm sure as the flippers get weeded out, we'll have a better chance of getting certain artists to go along with the project.
Basically, you don't want to be the person trying to flip one of these prints. Not trying to be overly intimidating, but I want to keep this as legitimate as possible.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Momo on Aug 4, 2014 23:16:31 GMT 1, I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best. There's only one way to find out...
And sure I imagine the idea is that with time the artists and commission clan buil d up reputation the artists will begin to trust that be very few flippers and that art is getting to the fans, garunteed sell out in advance too so they know they are being paid.. I think if it works 2-3 times the biggest guys will be interested and because we all art fans that there will be a freedom for the artist to experiment and push forward in knowledge they make money... Maybe the original that the print comes from could then be donated to charity of artists choosing!!??
I think the chances of the likes of Invader, Faile or Banksy getting involved are slim to none at best. There's only one way to find out... And sure I imagine the idea is that with time the artists and commission clan buil d up reputation the artists will begin to trust that be very few flippers and that art is getting to the fans, garunteed sell out in advance too so they know they are being paid.. I think if it works 2-3 times the biggest guys will be interested and because we all art fans that there will be a freedom for the artist to experiment and push forward in knowledge they make money... Maybe the original that the print comes from could then be donated to charity of artists choosing!!?? |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 23:17:49 GMT 1, I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question.
I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Invaded 420 on Aug 4, 2014 23:18:50 GMT 1, This is a great idea and agree a way to deter flipping. Lets hope this works!
This is a great idea and agree a way to deter flipping. Lets hope this works!
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by jesustheba on Aug 4, 2014 23:21:51 GMT 1, Great idea,I'm in
Great idea,I'm in
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by sohohoho on Aug 4, 2014 23:23:39 GMT 1, I'm in if we can commission the artist Cloud. He's got this image titled "Cuckoo Land" that would fit perfectly on eBay.
I'm in if we can commission the artist Cloud. He's got this image titled "Cuckoo Land" that would fit perfectly on eBay.
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by lvanhoe on Aug 4, 2014 23:24:45 GMT 1, I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question.
I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question. You are one positive person man. |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by astrobboy on Aug 4, 2014 23:30:45 GMT 1, Definitely not condoning flipping, but wonder if selling the print after a certain period of time would be frowned upon?
Or trading the print at a certain stage?
Surely you wouldn't expect people to hold onto the art for their lifetime knowing the way some people here change their art more than they change their underwear?
Definitely not condoning flipping, but wonder if selling the print after a certain period of time would be frowned upon?
Or trading the print at a certain stage?
Surely you wouldn't expect people to hold onto the art for their lifetime knowing the way some people here change their art more than they change their underwear?
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 23:42:28 GMT 1, Definitely not condoning flipping, but wonder if selling the print after a certain period of time would be frowned upon? Or trading the print at a certain stage? Surely you wouldn't expect people to hold onto the art for their lifetime knowing the way some people here change their art more than they change their underwear?
We'd work out something reasonable. That said, everyone try to be reasonable - I think we all know what reasonable is.
Definitely not condoning flipping, but wonder if selling the print after a certain period of time would be frowned upon? Or trading the print at a certain stage? Surely you wouldn't expect people to hold onto the art for their lifetime knowing the way some people here change their art more than they change their underwear? We'd work out something reasonable. That said, everyone try to be reasonable - I think we all know what reasonable is. |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 23:45:12 GMT 1, I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question. You are one positive person man.
Knowledgeable realist in fact, two words this forum fears
I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question. You are one positive person man. Knowledgeable realist in fact, two words this forum fears |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by Deleted on Aug 4, 2014 23:49:01 GMT 1, I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question.
But Eelus isn't even on the list, knowledgeable realist bot...?
I can hardly wait for the flipping, the complaining, the lazy print creations and the boasts. How many eelus prints will the club withstand that is the question. But Eelus isn't even on the list, knowledgeable realist bot...? |
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by luvaton on Aug 4, 2014 23:54:49 GMT 1, I really like this initiative, keep up the good work
I really like this initiative, keep up the good work
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PRINT COMMISSION CLUB - Seed Thread, by maddoghoek100 on Aug 5, 2014 0:03:10 GMT 1, on deterring resale: a run of 50 it is within the realm of possibility to personalize the signature, thereby making the piece special to the owner and limiting its resaleability. Many artists do this when the gifting proofs and it does often make them more comfortable.
on the status of the original: with most commissions for prints the original stays with the artist unless it is purchased or negotiated for as part of the deal
on timing: selecting a popular image from the artists that has never been released as a print may be a path of least resistance, IF the original is still owned by the artist or the high high quality scans. Personally i would love to see any of the EINE originals from his recent NYC show become a print. all of them were beautiful with the background stripes.
on deterring resale: a run of 50 it is within the realm of possibility to personalize the signature, thereby making the piece special to the owner and limiting its resaleability. Many artists do this when the gifting proofs and it does often make them more comfortable.
on the status of the original: with most commissions for prints the original stays with the artist unless it is purchased or negotiated for as part of the deal
on timing: selecting a popular image from the artists that has never been released as a print may be a path of least resistance, IF the original is still owned by the artist or the high high quality scans. Personally i would love to see any of the EINE originals from his recent NYC show become a print. all of them were beautiful with the background stripes.
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Depending on the artist, we can potentially propose images for the screenprint and that can expedite the process (i.e. rather than a completely new piece from his/her beautiful brain) but that will all be fleshed out in the later stages and I'm sure will depend entirely on the artist.
