TMNT Art

TurtlesFan · 11-15-2020, 08:38 AM

Hello Everyone,

I am new to this board and I am not sure if this is the right place to post this. I have been a big Turtles fan most of my life, starting with the 1987 animated series. Much later I discovered the Mirage comics and I have really come to appreciate the artists and creators that worked on those comics. I have IDW black and white reprints (all 6 volumes) and color reprints by First Comics (all 4 volumes).

I am interested in original art by Peter Laird, A. C. Farley and Eric Talbot. Can anyone provide any tips about how do I go about acquiring these pieces? If I could have one piece by each artist that would be great. I already have one of those head sketches that Peter Laird does, and I love it.

I was trying to post a "want to buy" thread but it looks like I do not have permission.

Thank you for any help!

*MrPliggins* · 11-15-2020, 10:54 AM

I would keep an eye on Ebay, Comiclink, Heritage, and ComicConnect auctions.
It's easy find them all at once by using ComicArtTracker:

https://comicarttracker.com/en

There are a few pages from the early comics which come to market pretty often, and once in a while an early Laird drawing will come to market.

Talbot used to have his own Etsy shop where he sold his art, but I can't seem to find it anymore. Farley stuff is much tougher to find, but it's out there.

TurtlesFan · 11-15-2020, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by MrPliggins

I would keep an eye on Ebay, Comiclink, Heritage, and ComicConnect auctions.
It's easy find them all at once by using ComicArtTracker:

https://comicarttracker.com/en

There are a few pages from the early comics which come to market pretty often, and once in a while an early Laird drawing will come to market.

Talbot used to have his own Etsy shop where he sold his art, but I can't seem to find it anymore. Farley stuff is much tougher to find, but it's out there.

MrPliggins, thanks for your response! I will keep an eye on ComicArtTracker. I didn't know about this website.

*Redrumh2o* · 11-15-2020, 02:37 PM

ComicArtFans is a good site too. There is an OA megatgread on this forum....you could always make offers. Kevin Eastman has a lot of stuff on his site and stuff pops up on eBay from time to time. Patience is key for everything.

On a side note im still waiting on an AC Farley commission...its been like 8 years lol

If you want something from Dooney / Lavigne / Lawson / Talbot they all do commissions and may actually appreciate one in these times with no cons going on.

Goodluck and feel free to ask questions...there are MANY knowledgeable collectors on this board. Lots of good OA lives here.

TurtlesFan · 11-15-2020, 03:12 PM

Hi Redrumh2o, thanks for your comment! I will try to find that OA thread you mentioned. Yes, I'm aware of Kevin Eastman Studios, they are super nice people. You're 100% correct, patience is key.

I read parts of the A.C. Farley commission thread. My understanding is that there were some health issues which are making it difficult to draw. I am not sure though. 8 years is so long! I guess it wouldn't make any sense to request new commissions from Mr. Farley if there is still a backlog. I do love his art and would love to own a piece by him.

I have been able to get commission from Dooney / Lavigne / Lawson and they have been great. Mr. Talbot seems to not be interested.

I have checked out ComicArtFans and have reached out to a few members there but no luck so far in acquiring a piece. As you said, patience is key.

Thanks again!

*Powder* · 11-16-2020, 05:44 AM

Hang tight on Talbot, his interest seems to come & go, the opportunity for something new may present itself yet. Took me a long time but I did manage to get one from him eventually, but he fulfilled my request like 7 years ago so it may be irrelevant. In any event, busts of his & Pete's aren't terribly hard to come by for the patient.

Farley, on the other hand, that'll be rough. He's not even doing what he was paid to do nearly a decade ago, & his published works seem few & far between as far as being spotted in collections goes.

Best of luck in your quest, & be sure to share any acquisitions with us here! http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=30035

TurtlesFan · 11-16-2020, 08:10 PM

Hi Powder! Thanks for your message. I've seen many posts by you here on the forums so its great to finally interact!

Yes, I'm not in a rush and I'll continue to wait. Too bad Mr. Farley isn't doing commissions though. It would have been awesome to request something from him. Anyway, thanks for the message! Hope you're doing well.

11-15-2020, 08:38 AM	#1
TurtlesFan Random Punk Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 28	TMNT Art Hello Everyone, I am new to this board and I am not sure if this is the right place to post this. I have been a big Turtles fan most of my life, starting with the 1987 animated series. Much later I discovered the Mirage comics and I have really come to appreciate the artists and creators that worked on those comics. I have IDW black and white reprints (all 6 volumes) and color reprints by First Comics (all 4 volumes). I am interested in original art by Peter Laird, A. C. Farley and Eric Talbot. Can anyone provide any tips about how do I go about acquiring these pieces? If I could have one piece by each artist that would be great. I already have one of those head sketches that Peter Laird does, and I love it. I was trying to post a "want to buy" thread but it looks like I do not have permission. Thank you for any help!

11-15-2020, 02:37 PM	#4
Redrumh2o Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,902	ComicArtFans is a good site too. There is an OA megatgread on this forum....you could always make offers. Kevin Eastman has a lot of stuff on his site and stuff pops up on eBay from time to time. Patience is key for everything. On a side note im still waiting on an AC Farley commission...its been like 8 years lol If you want something from Dooney / Lavigne / Lawson / Talbot they all do commissions and may actually appreciate one in these times with no cons going on. Goodluck and feel free to ask questions...there are MANY knowledgeable collectors on this board. Lots of good OA lives here. __________________ My Collection Thread - Original Art, Toys, Comics, Sketches!!

11-15-2020, 03:12 PM	#5
TurtlesFan Random Punk Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 28	Hi Redrumh2o, thanks for your comment! I will try to find that OA thread you mentioned. Yes, I'm aware of Kevin Eastman Studios, they are super nice people. You're 100% correct, patience is key. I read parts of the A.C. Farley commission thread. My understanding is that there were some health issues which are making it difficult to draw. I am not sure though. 8 years is so long! I guess it wouldn't make any sense to request new commissions from Mr. Farley if there is still a backlog. I do love his art and would love to own a piece by him. I have been able to get commission from Dooney / Lavigne / Lawson and they have been great. Mr. Talbot seems to not be interested. I have checked out ComicArtFans and have reached out to a few members there but no luck so far in acquiring a piece. As you said, patience is key. Thanks again! Last edited by TurtlesFan; 11-15-2020 at 03:18 PM.

11-16-2020, 05:44 AM	#6
Powder So tired of this place Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell Ri La Posts: 26,803	Hang tight on Talbot, his interest seems to come & go, the opportunity for something new may present itself yet. Took me a long time but I did manage to get one from him eventually, but he fulfilled my request like 7 years ago so it may be irrelevant. In any event, busts of his & Pete's aren't terribly hard to come by for the patient. Farley, on the other hand, that'll be rough. He's not even doing what he was paid to do nearly a decade ago, & his published works seem few & far between as far as being spotted in collections goes. Best of luck in your quest, & be sure to share any acquisitions with us here! http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=30035 __________________ I'm convinced that none of you have ever experienced joy

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11-15-2020, 10:54 AM	#2
MrPliggins Foot Elite Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 3,006	I would keep an eye on Ebay, Comiclink, Heritage, and ComicConnect auctions. It's easy find them all at once by using ComicArtTracker: https://comicarttracker.com/en There are a few pages from the early comics which come to market pretty often, and once in a while an early Laird drawing will come to market. Talbot used to have his own Etsy shop where he sold his art, but I can't seem to find it anymore. Farley stuff is much tougher to find, but it's out there.

11-16-2020, 08:10 PM	#7
TurtlesFan Random Punk Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 28	Hi Powder! Thanks for your message. I've seen many posts by you here on the forums so its great to finally interact! Yes, I'm not in a rush and I'll continue to wait. Too bad Mr. Farley isn't doing commissions though. It would have been awesome to request something from him. Anyway, thanks for the message! Hope you're doing well.