Pearl Jam 2020 postponed posters

Hawk123

mcdevittpb said:

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

My question is why only 200 of each? Why not print up as much supply as there is demand?

200 AP, there will be plenty more show editions I’m sure

Flavafraz

Ya I think you can up them a bit especially your prints are pretty cool. I doesn’t matter to me I’m never quick enough to get a drop anyway 

on2legs

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

$85 for an A/P is fair.  But if the edition size is 200 maybe go a little lower as others suggested and do $80 to avoid having extras leftover. 

Great art as always by the way.  

frisbiec

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

Don't discount your craft. I would say the customer service you provide, along with your art, make $100 a completely reasonable starting point for an AP. 

bradklausen

mcdevittpb said:

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

My question is why only 200 of each? Why not print up as much supply as there is demand?

the artists do not determine how many are printed....and you never know what the demand will be....given the design

Merkin Baller

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

For an AP, $85 is very reasonable, Brad.

Much respect for asking.

RS65573

The issue with starting at 100, is you want the print to be seen, you want it kind of on ebay or at least in demand. The truth is artists have to play the limited game to try to barely not meet demand.

demetrios

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

$85 sounds good Brad.

bradklausen

RS65573 said:

The issue with starting at 100, is you want the print to be seen, you want it kind of on ebay or at least in demand. The truth is artists have to play the limited game to try to barely not meet demand.

the ebay after market (or rather the immediately-after-the-sale-market!) is frustrating and I try and not think about it too much in regards to determining my sale price,.... in the past I tried to price out flippers (with the south america poster) and ended up pricing not just flippers out but everyone out and it became a bit of a saga trying to get those posters out the door. 

hadfiiw

I know this won't be popular but, IMO, the artists should put these out on eBay to remove the eBay flipper from the equation.

Price it at some minimum (or lower with a reserve) and let the market decide. 

Hell, get creative with it.  "Poster starts at $50 with a reserve of $80.  Then 50% of every dollar over $80 will be donated to XYZ charity."

(or starts at 80 with a reserve of 100.  etc etc....)

RS65573

you want some blood in the water, lol from a business perspective.

Caught-A-Bolt-Of-Lightning

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

Brad...your art is amazing. I have more than a few and they are some of my favorites. And artist should be able to charge whatever he wants for his art. My contrary thought is that we're are still talking about a concert poster. I'd vote $75 myself. But then Id also like to see you have more to sell in your A/P editions.

philobeddoe

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

I'll take it!

bradklausen

RS65573 said:

you want some blood in the water, lol from a business perspective.

for sure... it's a difficult line to find, each poster is different depending on the design and the show.... but you don't want to leave money on the table or posters in the flat files.... you want them all to leave and go to good homes yet not under value things 

JBob87

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

Much respect for asking. In my personal opinion I would rather as much money go to you as possible. $85-100 is totally reasonable.

I hear the other argument about fans/collectors not being able to get them at lower prices...I'm not un-sympathtic to that. Again in my opinion the difference of $20-40 on a let's be real...completely discretionary purchase for fans should not outweigh your ability to earn as much for your work as possible. 

405OK

bradklausen said:

Hey everyone.... I am having my sale on Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific... will be sending out an email tonight, but am still unable to get my facebook page to allow me in, so there most likely will be no post there


I do have a question for you all though..... I wanted to wait for my sale and see what artists were charging because I have been uncertain what is a fair price to charge for these. 

I see the conversation happening in this thread talking about what artists should charge, and am curious to know what you all think is a fair price. 

I have 200 of each, of Nashville and Phoenix.... normally, as most of you are aware, I charge between $60-65...then I watch other artists charge $100... so for the bigger shows, the baseball stadium shows, I figure I can up my prices a little.... but it's a conflict... I want to keep things in the somewhat affordable range, and don't want to price gouge, but then I don't want to leave money on the table either...especially given I have been out of work like many others for the past 5 months and most likely for the rest of the year at least.... so I want to make sure I do right by you all but also take care of myself due to the uncertainty of my profession as a poster artist during a time of no concerts

so I figure I would just ask you all...... I was thinking $85.....what are your thoughts? 

You’re not price gouging at $100 per

RS65573

Ill buy regardless, your right, its a +$20 discretionary spend. But we all hope over time our things are coveted and valued by others, and I think a lower starting price, gets that necessary pop in the initial sale, which fuels the need later. (OMG you all hold 10 right?!?!?!) And south america was the only problem with those posters. Which i have and like very much. 

CopperTom

If I was @bradklausen , I would charge, at minimum, $100 for an AP.  $200 if I knew it was terrific.  It eliminates the people who are buying for the hell of it and it likely trims flipper's profit margin.  I have no problem when my money goes to artists.  I never want my money going to flippers.

Caught-A-Bolt-Of-Lightning

CopperTom said:

If I was @bradklausen , I would charge, at minimum, $100 for an AP.  $200 if I knew it was terrific.  It eliminates the people who are buying for the hell of it and it likely trims flipper's profit margin.  I have no problem when my money goes to artists.  I never want my money going to flippers.

I agree with you philosophically. Flippers are a really low form of life. But $200 is a LOT of money for a concert poster...

RS65573

$200 id be out, and market would be bad. IMO