How do you store your original art?20544
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James42 private msg quote post Address this user | |
| I enjoy buying production pages. But I am at the point where they are stacked in closets, tucked on top of book shelves, etc. Makes it difficult to enjoy them. Are the portfolio books I see at shows suitable for long term storage? I could find actual shelf space for those. | ||
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| Only got a few smalls. A Deadpool headshot by liefeld, A few from Richard Thompson creator of cul de sac (RIP), Bob Camp co-creator of ten & Stimpy . I believe do have a sketch from leonardi (can’t remember. is of Spider-Man 2099 and he attends convention I got it at but was free) I keep all but Spider-Man 2099 in poster binder and the other in sketchbook book |
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SpiderTim private msg quote post Address this user | |
| I don't collect production pages I collect Original Art hence why the title attracted me here. I place the art within a Mylar bag with no flap and then I place the pprotected art within an Itoya. I have to say I don't consider production art (photocopies) original art. | ||
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James42 private msg quote post Address this user | |
@SpiderTim This is what I am talking about: |
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figment private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Framed on the wall. Never had much, now have even less, but I didn't buy OA unless I was going to display it. | ||
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DrWatson private msg quote post Address this user | |
I have an original art portfolio book. They come in various sizes. |
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James42 private msg quote post Address this user | |
@figment I don't have enough wall space out of direct sunlight, or time and money for framing. I do have some pieces framed and on display. @DrWatson Those are good for long-term storage? |
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SpiderTim private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @James42 the Itoya's are for long term storage. If you frame them I recommend using UV resistant glass to avoid yellowing and fading. | ||
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James42 private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Everything I frame is done with UV glass and archival matting. That's why I can't afford to do it that often! | ||
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HeinzDad private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by James42I use an Itoya as well. Acid free, and archival, same as e gerber mylar and fullback. Light can’t get into it and if it makes you feel better you can store your art in a top loader in the Itoya sleeve. |
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Bronte private msg quote post Address this user | |
| I do one of two things. Frame with museum quality supplies from Michael’s. Or put in a toploader and paint tape it shut. 2nd isn't ideal but it protects it better than a bag and still stays visible to see the art. Granted the painters tape is unsightly. However, even my professionally framed art sits on the floor never hung on the wall. I catch so much crap for that it's crazy. |
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SteveRicketts private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by Bronte Many top loaders are made of PVC, which is not archival safe. I would also warn against taping them shut in a PVC toploader. I've stored art in large acid free boxes and in art portfolios (like Dr Watson mentioned) for decades with absolutely no issues. The main key is climate control. Don't put it in a garage or attic. And keep it away from boxes and cardboard that is not acid free. |
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Bronte private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @SteveRicketts Thank you for taking the time to address my error. I'll seek another solution when I have time. |
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SpiderTim private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @SteveRicketts you beat me to it! Toploaders are not made of archival material and art needs to breath in order for ofgassing to escape. Best recomendation would be to always be checking your art to see if no yellowing is ocurring and to see everything is fine plus its fun to go through your own art. I do so at least once a month. | ||
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MurrayC private msg quote post Address this user | |
| I store my art in the trustworthy Itoya portfolios, but I decided to make it interesting and turn them into coffee table books (see image below for sample). You can view the rest of my collection here: https://www.comicartfans.com/gallerydetail.asp?gcat=7684  |
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jake private msg quote post Address this user | |
 Sounds like some folks use Michael’s to frame like I do. Currently they have a 70% sale going on from Friday, March 15 to Sunday, March 24, 2024, which usually occurs 2x to 3x a year with exclusions (so read the fine print). These deals used to happen at the same times of the year but now it is not as predictable so you have to pay attention to ad announcements for the promos. If they give you mounting hardware and picture frame bumpers, ask for some extra because they are usually higher quality than what you get with the standard framing packs. |
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BrianGreensnips private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by MurrayCVery cool. I use them too and they are great for displaying my original art. |
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James42 private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Thanks to all for the Itoya folio suggestions. Bought one to try out, liked it, and have ordered three more. | ||
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BrianGreensnips private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by James42Good choice! |
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BrianGreensnips private msg quote post Address this user | |
    Here is some of my original art in my small Itoya portfolio. I especially like the Sable art that I bought right from Mike Grell. They were concept sketched he did before doing the comic. |
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