TheMasterTurtles Collection

[TheMasterTurtle]

Ok so this isn't a new addition to the actual collection however it is still relevant because this big guy will house many pieces and centralize a lot of what I own. I picked this case up on Friday afternoon for $100!

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This thing stands 7 ft tall, 6 ft wide, and 20 in deep. My other upright case is 7 ft by 4 ft by 18 deep. This extra space will be great BUT I won't be setting it up soon. Alas I'm moving in 10 months and this thing is so large that the hassle to set it up, all my statues, and then break it all down again just isn't worth it to me. You'll see it all in a year completed but I was just so excited to post it because of the price I got it for!

[Redrumh2o]

Thats awesome!!! I am big into display cases...to me how you display your collection is just as important as the collection itself.

My only concern....is please be careful with those glass shelves!! Don't put too much weight on them. I would hate to see broken statues. They do look pretty thick, but I never trust glass shelves with statues......but goodluck!

[TheMasterTurtle]

I also get concerned about this however I will probably use this cabinet for all my vintage stuff and my smaller upright display will be for statues. If I do that there will be less stress on the glass.

[Bry]

Wow! This is more than a collection - it's pretty much a legit TMNT museum! I'm floored. Very, very cool.

I must ask about the four prints on the closet doors. Did you have those made yourself, or were they for sale at one point?

[TheMasterTurtle]

Originally Posted by Bry

Wow! This is more than a collection - it's pretty much a legit TMNT museum! I'm floored. Very, very cool.

I must ask about the four prints on the closet doors. Did you have those made yourself, or were they for sale at one point?

You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that I've been asked this before. My office used to have a print lab and I made these guys myself.

[Bry]

Originally Posted by TheMasterTurtle

You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that I've been asked this before. My office used to have a print lab and I made these guys myself.

Ha! I'm sure you have - they're super nice. Might have to steal your idea one day if I get some more wall space in the home office.

[TheMasterTurtle]

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And I found this beauty in the mail today. Another cel for my collection. This is the first one I have featuring the turtle van. It's not what was advertised in the auction but this one is actually nicer.

[TheMasterTurtle]

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These were waiting for me again! Nick Pillowbuddy Mikey (my fiancé got me Donny for my bday so I had to get the rest) and some TMNT tanks. I got 2 of the same cause when I'm doin stuff around the house or outside I love to wear a tank and now I can do it in some more style!

[Dawnatello Turtle Chick]

I gotta say your collection is truly, truly awesome! I actually stumbled upon the Technodrome forum for the first time when I google searched Moo Mesa Animation Cel... And it took me to this thread! I had been looking for Moo Mesa animation cels for a bit. I recently won one on ebay- had some competition, but sniped it at the last minute.

Just wanted to give you major props for your glorious collection of very awesome TMNT merch.

[TheCanadiandrome]

Hey TMT nice additions

[TheMasterTurtle]

Originally Posted by Dawnatello Turtle Chick

I gotta say your collection is truly, truly awesome! I actually stumbled upon the Technodrome forum for the first time when I google searched Moo Mesa Animation Cel... And it took me to this thread! I had been looking for Moo Mesa animation cels for a bit. I recently won one on ebay- had some competition, but sniped it at the last minute.

Just wanted to give you major props for your glorious collection of very awesome TMNT merch.

Haha that's funny because you sniped it from me

I was hoping to add a second to my collection but I'm never upset knowing it found a home in a fellow dromers hands. My one makes me happy. In any case the same stuff happens to me with all my dinosaucers cels. I actively look for those and my random google searches always bring up my thread!

Thanks for the comments guys. No huge updates for a while because I'm saving / spending cash for my wedding.

[Dawnatello Turtle Chick]

Originally Posted by TheMasterTurtle

Haha that's funny because you sniped it from me

I was hoping to add a second to my collection but I'm never upset knowing it found a home in a fellow dromers hands. My one makes me happy. In any case the same stuff happens to me with all my dinosaucers cels. I actively look for those and my random google searches always bring up my thread!

Thanks for the comments guys. No huge updates for a while because I'm saving / spending cash for my wedding.

Lol!!! That's pretty funny! I'm a huge ebay sniper.... I've made plenty of people mad on ebay with my sniping at the last minute... I guess next time one pops up on ebay, we know who we're up against! Nothing like some friendly competition- I wouldn't be upset if you win the next, at least we can enjoy looking at them on the other person's wall! Best of luck preparing for your wedding and congrats! Enjoy and take lots of pictures!

[TheCanadiandrome]

Grats on the wedding! All the best

[TheMasterTurtle]

Additions to the toy collection (all incomplete unfortunately):

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BDay Leo, Stego Raph, Sumo Raph, Toon Raph Apollo Raph

[TheMasterTurtle]

So for a BIG update... I went to New York Comic Con this weekend and what a weekend it was. I met tons of cool people (both famous and just awesome fans) and picked up lots of cool items. Not all of these things are TMNT related however all still great additions to my collection. I hope not only to post what I got but tell a story thru my pictures of what my weekend was.

TMNT Display:

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ARTIST ALLEY:

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Bob Camp
My R&S Signed Cel
Eric Talbot Print and Michael Dooney Artist Proof IDW Cover (2 of 10)

Mark Pingitore Shredder Commission

[TheMasterTurtle]

TMNT PRIVATE AUTOGRAPH SESH:

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I was first in line! Cipes was skateboarding

Was cool meeting Cipes, Hoon, and Rob (again). They asked where I came from and I told them Cleveland, OH. They asked if I came just for TMNT and I said absolutely.. "for both Old (pointed to Rob) and New (pointed to Cipes and Hoon)" and they all got a good laugh. Real nice guys!

The End Result

AUTOGRAPHS 1:

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Left to right, top to bottom:
Billy West, John Dimaggio, Jordan Hembrough (Toy Hunter), & & TMNT Co-Creator Kevin Eastman

MEETING THE ABOVE 1:

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Billy West
John DiMaggio
Jordan Hembrough

[TheMasterTurtle]

TMNT Panel:

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AUTORGRAPHS 2:

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MEETING THE ABOVE 2:

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Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Lloyd Kaufman (Creator of Toxic Avenger)
Ernie Hudson
Hollywood Hulk Hogan

[TheMasterTurtle]

COMICS BOUGHT:

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Tales #70 - purchases from Talbot at a very generous price signed by him and Dooney, Con Exclusive, Animated Con Exclusive signed by Dario Brizuela, "The Other Dead" Signed by Dorman, Ortega, Digger, Eastman, Eastman EXCLUSIVE "The Other Dead" Signed by Dorman, Ortega, Digger, Eastman, and Death Dealer Signed by Ortega (was a freebee)

Tales V1 Issue 2-7 - Have to get my hands on # 1

First printing Raphael & Issue 4 at VERY fair prices for the conditions

And finally just one of the pivital moments of the Con and my life collecting TMNT - I finally got to meet co-creator, Mr. Kevin Eastman which was such an amazing feeling and honor.

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This was one of the amazing minds/men who fulfilled my childhood imagination! He signed and sketched my first edition Artobiography in addition to signing other items seen above.

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I hope everyone has enjoy these additions and "presentation" of my Con experience.. more to come in a moment

[TheMasterTurtle]

Last but not least - I arrived home from the Con to find this package from Mirage at my door.

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#29 left and I will have V4 complete

[Shark_Blade]

Thanks for sharing! These are awesome.