Auotgraphing Pops?

[BobaJames]

Part of me misses the old days when autographs were things of chance. I can see where is there a financial benefit to doing the way now but it's just I feel there's more memories in the past way.

[postinthis1923]

Hello, about to meet Orlando Bloom and want to get my Legolas Pop signed. I do not have space to keep boxes, so I always have the figures themselves signed. This is an expensive one, though, and I want to get it done with one of my paint pens. Thinking metallic copper or green should match well. My question, though...is one type better than another as far as paint pens? I have used oil-based silver metallic before and that came out great, but for these colors I mentioned, there are not much in the way of oil-based. So I have bought some acrylic that are water-based. Was hoping someone on here could tell me if that is okay for these vinyl items? I do have a set of oil-based metallic but they do not shine nearly as good as the silver. The acrylic are much bolder, but if it is bad to use water-based acrylic instead of oil-based, I will stick with the oil-based. Thank you in advance.
Also...not sure if this should be a separate post? Or if it is okay here. If mods want to move it, please do so. Thank you!

[evanaki424]

I get what you mean, I remember when Cons has free autos and at most autos were 25$ Now some of the Side characters charge more than the main characters. I saw one where the VA charging 85$ and he wasnt even the main Character in any anime!

Wow, 85 bucks - would they not be afraid no one buys? I would be so embarrassed to sit without anyone coming to my booth. But then again, I guess that is why I am not on TV.

Its crazy, I went to a con Yesterday and some of the Voice actors were charging 50 for anything not a figure, 80$ for a Pop 20 extra for a small quote 20 extra for a drawing and 40 extra for a long quote.

The guy in front of me paid 120 for auto quote and drawing.

Im not one to question how you spend your own money, If it brings you joy then go for it. I personally get autos on my pop because its fun to meet the voices of my childhood. But soon its just going to be to expensive for my to continue down this road

I love the 'pay a lot more for a couple more words.' I understand that over the long haul it is a lot more time but still....

[BobaJames]

Wow, 85 bucks - would they not be afraid no one buys? I would be so embarrassed to sit without anyone coming to my booth. But then again, I guess that is why I am not on TV.

Its crazy, I went to a con Yesterday and some of the Voice actors were charging 50 for anything not a figure, 80$ for a Pop 20 extra for a small quote 20 extra for a drawing and 40 extra for a long quote.

The guy in front of me paid 120 for auto quote and drawing.

Im not one to question how you spend your own money, If it brings you joy then go for it. I personally get autos on my pop because its fun to meet the voices of my childhood. But soon its just going to be to expensive for my to continue down this road

I love the 'pay a lot more for a couple more words.' I understand that over the long haul it is a lot more time but still....

Pricing and value is a very subjective topic some may agree or disagree with what you pay for but in all my years my motto is everyone has a price. I do agree I'll pay more for something more personal

[sealordbrian]

I'm curious with the Teen Titans being at NYCC if anyone got all those autographs on one Pop.

[BobaJames]

I'm curious with the Teen Titans being at NYCC if anyone got all those autographs on one Pop.

Was at a panel and missed my choice hope I get another opportunity soon.

[Chenzo157]

Which pops your planning to have autograph?

Plan to get these but I'm gonna take off a few just need to decide what

Amazing haul. Hope you get them all signed.

Thanks! Biggest challenge is getting 2 sakuras signed by the japanese voice actor for me and a friend

[JoyBoyHobby]

Is getting autograph expensive?

[Alanamaslama]

Is getting autograph expensive?

Depends whose auto and what you consider expensive. Did you have anyone in mind? Voice actors, MCU actors, athletes, etc.? Personally, I stick to autos for only characters I really care about because it can quickly get out of my budget.

[The Bleach Fan]

Pen type actually matters alot, Always use an oil based paint pen. regular Sharpie doesnt look as good and fades. Deco or sharpie brand Paint pen is what I always stick with. They come out clean and bright. Then you want to pick a color that stands out from the pop or matches from the pop. On my OG Goku I have orange, On my Ui goku I used Silver. I used red on my raptors Mascot (vince Carter)

Paint pen sticks out and your best to use Fine or medium tip.

Wow this is good information... Do have them have quotes too?

Some of them do, I used to be really into autographs until the price for Autos skyrocketed after Covid. With quotes being extra now for alot of VA's I dont do quotes to much anymore. Some people went way to far with quotes and had people writing paragraphs on pop which caused quotes to be charged by the number of words. Ive seen some where 1-6 words are 20$ and every 6 words after are an additional 20$.

Some people have quotes on the front window and some use the side window for quotes.

Thank you. This is great Sharpie info as I use to use just a plain ol' Sharpie. Now who would have thunk they would price gouge autographs, and per word to boot. I would be broke after all the words in my post, .

[Meowmix4]

Is getting autograph expensive?

It depends. I''ve seen autographs as low as $60. The more famous they are they usually charge more though.

[postinthis1923]

Is getting autograph expensive?

Yes, it is, . Mel Gibson was 550.00. Josh Brolin was 400. Orlando Bloom was 350.00. They all started lower, but for Pops, that was the pricing. For example, Mel started at 350.00. Mark Hamill starts at 400.00.

Everyone now has a 'premium' option, which means Pops. Anything not an 8x10 photograph. Which is honestly ridiculous, as they do not have to do anything different. They just sign. Some people now have 'bulky premium' which is things like helmets, a large sword, etc. They have gone the way that airlines and ticketmaster has, finding new ways to add 'tiers'. Like how TM now has premium seats, then premium aisle seats, and so on. Or airlines with far back window/aisle/middle, midcabin, etc. Problem is, we are paying it so they will keep doing it.

[Mags]

Is getting autograph expensive?

Yes, it is, . Mel Gibson was 550.00. Josh Brolin was 400. Orlando Bloom was 350.00. They all started lower, but for Pops, that was the pricing. For example, Mel started at 350.00. Mark Hamill starts at 400.00.

Everyone now has a 'premium' option, which means Pops. Anything not an 8x10 photograph. Which is honestly ridiculous, as they do not have to do anything different. They just sign. Some people now have 'bulky premium' which is things like helmets, a large sword, etc. They have gone the way that airlines and ticketmaster has, finding new ways to add 'tiers'. Like how TM now has premium seats, then premium aisle seats, and so on. Or airlines with far back window/aisle/middle, midcabin, etc. Problem is, we are paying it so they will keep doing it.

It's because flippers were getting them to sign tons of pops in one go and then immediately selling on eBay for minimum twice as much. If you go for autographs from smaller celebrities and voice actors they usually only do a $10 premium to get pops signed - I just attended a con a couple weeks ago and last week where base autos for 95% of the guests were $40 or $50 and pops were just $50 or $60 and it was just the mega celebrities that were charging upwards of $80.

[postinthis1923]

It's because flippers were getting them to sign tons of pops in one go and then immediately selling on eBay for minimum twice as much. If you go for autographs from smaller celebrities and voice actors they usually only do a $10 premium to get pops signed - I just attended a con a couple weeks ago and last week where base autos for 95% of the guests were $40 or $50 and pops were just $50 or $60 and it was just the mega celebrities that were charging upwards of $80.

Agreed. Flippers suck. Happens in every industry though. Books too, with people buying up all the limited editions, then selling for double or triple on ebay....so the smaller presses have caught on and now are themselves charging huge dollars. I do not get why people pay these prices. Just go get your stuff signed yourself. I am one to talk though....I paid the above prices because I simply had no other option.

I did have luck with sending something in to Dick van Dyke once. He signed my item, sent it back with a note, and refused to take my money! Love that guy.

[Guyhoff]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

[Guyhoff]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

[Alanamaslama]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Kind of the same. When I’m deciding on what new pops to buy I stop and think, “Do I like this character enough to pay to get it signed?” Even getting an autograph would never be an option (actor doesn’t do signings, they’ve passed away, etc.), it’s one of my filters for deciding if I really want something or if it’s just buying for the sake of buying.

[postinthis1923]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Kind of the same. When I’m deciding on what new pops to buy I stop and think, “Do I like this character enough to pay to get it signed?” Even getting an autograph would never be an option (actor doesn’t do signings, they’ve passed away, etc.), it’s one of my filters for deciding if I really want something or if it’s just buying for the sake of buying.

same here...I only buy the Pops now if they are one that could be signed (but I get them signed on the Pop, not the boxes. So, I have to take that into consideration. if they cannot be, I look for some other item that could be signed, like a comic book, ornament, action figure, statue, etc. Pops are just great in that they are small enough for me to place around my limited-space apartment!

[FunkoMatt857697]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Same, there's just tooo many pops to grab everything, so I'd started doing the same and only buying pops that I might be able to get autographed.

[CAHLEB]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Do you get pops that you have no interest in simply because you could get them signed?

[Guyhoff]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Do you get pops that you have no interest in simply because you could get them signed?

No, stick with Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, HOTD, and very specific horror.

[Guyhoff]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Kind of the same. When I’m deciding on what new pops to buy I stop and think, “Do I like this character enough to pay to get it signed?” Even getting an autograph would never be an option (actor doesn’t do signings, they’ve passed away, etc.), it’s one of my filters for deciding if I really want something or if it’s just buying for the sake of buying.

same here...I only buy the Pops now if they are one that could be signed (but I get them signed on the Pop, not the boxes. So, I have to take that into consideration. if they cannot be, I look for some other item that could be signed, like a comic book, ornament, action figure, statue, etc. Pops are just great in that they are small enough for me to place around my limited-space apartment!

Ya, makes it easy to have a lot rather hanging tons of pictures.

[CAHLEB]

I’d say autographs on the pops are the main reason why I collect these days.

Do you get pops that you have no interest in simply because you could get them signed?

No, stick with Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, HOTD, and very specific horror.

Gotcha.

I'm starting to get pops autographed so was just curious.

[videohog]

Do you get pops that you have no interest in simply because you could get them signed?

No, stick with Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, HOTD, and very specific horror.

Gotcha.

I'm starting to get pops autographed so was just curious.

If you dont own the pop or have no interest in the media I don't think its worth doing. Signings get pricey haha

[Amalgamade]

I’m honestly not a big autograph collector but I like when it’s memories like meeting Mike Becker and stuff

[rexflexall]

I’m honestly not a big autograph collector but I like when it’s memories like meeting Mike Becker and stuff

Managed to win a Pop signed by Becker at last year's Funko Days Out event!

[Meowmix4]

I’m honestly not a big autograph collector but I like when it’s memories like meeting Mike Becker and stuff

Managed to win a Pop signed by Becker at last year's Funko Days Out event!

That's Awesome! He always knew how to bring the fun

[Rodkneeskinz]

I didn’t like signature pops at first but they grew on me. Now I just work set by set to keep me busy!

[Funkolotz1622]

I didn’t like signature pops at first but they grew on me. Now I just work set by set to keep me busy!

How many do you have so far and which set your trying to complete

[Rodkneeskinz]

I didn’t like signature pops at first but they grew on me. Now I just work set by set to keep me busy!

How many do you have so far and which set your trying to complete

Right now I’m working on my anime sets! Jujutsu Kaisen is almost complete then I think I’ll start working on my X-men 97 set!

[rexflexall]

I didn’t like signature pops at first but they grew on me. Now I just work set by set to keep me busy!

How many do you have so far and which set your trying to complete

Right now I’m working on my anime sets! Jujutsu Kaisen is almost complete then I think I’ll start working on my X-men 97 set!

X-Men 97 is a good choice!

[Rodkneeskinz]

How many do you have so far and which set your trying to complete

Right now I’m working on my anime sets! Jujutsu Kaisen is almost complete then I think I’ll start working on my X-men 97 set!

X-Men 97 is a good choice!

Right?! I love Ray Chase’s auto so cyclops will be 1st.

[videohog]

Right now I’m working on my anime sets! Jujutsu Kaisen is almost complete then I think I’ll start working on my X-men 97 set!

X-Men 97 is a good choice!

Right?! I love Ray Chase’s auto so cyclops will be 1st.

Ahh Ray Chase is definitely a choice for me too. Love his work in general

[Chenzo157]

I just did a count and now I have somewhere between 70-80 autos on pops and don't plan to stop

[Guyhoff]

No, stick with Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, HOTD, and very specific horror.

Gotcha.

I'm starting to get pops autographed so was just curious.

If you dont own the pop or have no interest in the media I don't think its worth doing. Signings get pricey haha

The prices have definitely increased since Covid. It’s hard to even get a quote/character name for the “bigger” stars without an upgrade charge. Perfect example is Ashley Echstein and Hayden Christianson. Ashley back in 2019 was a straight $100 and Hayden was usually around $200 for graph, quote, character, personalization. Now, for the same thing, Ashley is around $145-$150 and Hayden is upwards of $400. IMO is getting out of hand. Obviously they know people try to sell them after which is probably the main reason. Plus, it’s a way for the convention to make more money.

[Guyhoff]

No, stick with Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, HOTD, and very specific horror.

Gotcha.

I'm starting to get pops autographed so was just curious.

If you dont own the pop or have no interest in the media I don't think its worth doing. Signings get pricey haha

The prices have definitely increased since Covid. It’s hard to even get a quote/character name for the “bigger” stars without an upgrade charge. Perfect example is Ashley Echstein and Hayden Christianson. Ashley back in 2019 was a straight $100 and Hayden was usually around $200 for graph, quote, character, personalization. Now, for the same thing, Ashley is around $145-$150 and Hayden is upwards of $400. IMO is getting out of hand. Obviously they know people try to sell them after which is probably the main reason. Plus, it’s a way for the convention to make more money.

[Rodkneeskinz]

I just did a count and now I have somewhere between 70-80 autos on pops and don't plan to stop

Dang man that’s a lot!!

[Rodkneeskinz]

X-Men 97 is a good choice!

Right?! I love Ray Chase’s auto so cyclops will be 1st.

Ahh Ray Chase is definitely a choice for me too. Love his work in general

Yeah his VA work is growing and I’m all for it!

[evrythngzen]

I'm so excited, in January I'll be getting my Sallah Indiana Jones pop signed by John Rhys-Davies...ok actually I bought it for my hubby and I'm excited cause he's excited but it's going to be awesome.

[evrythngzen]

I just did a count and now I have somewhere between 70-80 autos on pops and don't plan to stop

Dang man that’s a lot!!

That's super impressive. I haven't counted mine but I would guess I probably only have about 30-50. I have lots of opporunity to get them done but I don't always think about them in time to get the pops on hand.