Book Collection: Webstar1000

[webstar1000]

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[webstar1000]

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[webstar1000]

There:) After a bunch of playing I finally figured out how to do the pic uploading. This is my collection. I have every book (almost) he wrote in 1st/1st. I am missing a few but they are BCE to just fill the spot. With them I have them all and keep adding and adding... I am now ADDICTED too S/L's..... oh shit.... the wife is already pissed at the top shelf. BUT DAMMMMM it looks GOOD doesn't it? LOL

[The Library Policeman]

Looks great, webstar. Lots of amazing books in there :)

[webstar1000]

Thanks!!!! :)

[jhanic]

Looks good, webstar!

John

[webstar1000]

Looks good, webstar!

John

Thanks for all your help John!

[Br!an]

Very nice!

Signed limiteds are expensive, even more so when you have to add the cost of dinner and flowers for the wife.

[webstar1000]

Very nice!

Signed limiteds are expensive, even more so when you have to add the cost of dinner and flowers for the wife.

LOOOOOOOOOOOOOL... I have to pay in back rubs. haha

[Dan]

Love the Dark Tower set! Someday I will have one too.

[Ben Staad]

Nice looking collection. The bookcase is pretty cool as well.

[webstar1000]

Nice looking collection. The bookcase is pretty cool as well.

Geez thanks Bed Staad:) I do love the case but I am going to need more room here soon. haha

[divemaster]

Congrats on the nice-looking collection!

[Stockerlone]

Congrats for a great looking collection !!!

[Merlin1958]

Very handsome collection, dude. Love the DT collection especially!!!

[webstar1000]

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/Dolans2.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/Dolans2.jpg.html)

Just got this baby.... :)

[webstar1000]

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Couldn't resist and the price was unbeatable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[webstar1000]

:)

[webstar1000]

Thanks for the positive feedback guys!

[Bad Penny]

Great stuff Webstar, and super congratulations on the LJP Dolan's Cadillac - that's a sweet little publication !!!! :smile:

[Shannon]

Looks great!

When I was a collector, I wanted everything and everything all at once. And it was great, but at the same time, my floodgates were open in all directions, all the time. It burned me out in about three years. So, my advice, should you choose to accept it (just watched Mission: Impossible 4, lol), is to have a goal and stick to it until it's complete. Then move onto the next one. :)

[webstar1000]

Looks great!

When I was a collector, I wanted everything and everything all at once. And it was great, but at the same time, my floodgates were open in all directions, all the time. It burned me out in about three years. So, my advice, should you choose to accept it (just watched Mission: Impossible 4, lol), is to have a goal and stick to it until it's complete. Then move onto the next one. :)

Thanks Shannon, it is brutal and I am already feeling the money crunch... I mean a signed S/L is a min $500 in most cases and I am dying for so many I see for sale. I think my main mission will be to just grab the books I do not have... Six Stories in Fine condition and signed is my next one I am going for... And if the opportunity arises I may sell my Dark Tower set and get one that is matching under #500 as it bothers me so much I will never have that as mine is not completable... kris

[Scoogs]

Nice collection, you've got some good books in there.

[Bad Penny]

Kris, as Shannon states, focus on one specific collecting goal at a time (slow and steady wins the race and all that stuff).

Having said that, sometimes you'll stumble across a great deal and get the "I Want It, I Want It Now" bug - all I'd suggest in these instances (and they will happen as surely as night follows day) is that you weigh up the costs (not always only monetary) associated with the instant gratification of acquiring a piece you 'want' as opposed to an item you 'need' (ie- one that is on your target list).

Obviously, if the deal is just too good to pass up, and the disappointment of not sticking to your plan is significantly outweighed by the ongoing pleasure of having the impulse buy in the collection - then, yeah, go for it !!!!

I only offer these thoughts on the basis of my being (definitely in the past, and even a little still so nowadays) a little too spontaneous when it came to grabbing stuff that I hadn't planned for, thus delaying the acquisition of items I really wanted to see in the collection :blush:

As to upgrading existing books (like you mentioned with your DT set) I, personally, would put this right at the bottom of the "To Do" list :smile:

[webstar1000]

Kris, as Shannon states, focus on one specific collecting goal at a time (slow and steady wins the race and all that stuff).

Having said that, sometimes you'll stumble across a great deal and get the "I Want It, I Want It Now" bug - all I'd suggest in these instances (and they will happen as surely as night follows day) is that you weigh up the costs (not always only monetary) associated with the instant gratification of acquiring a piece you 'want' as opposed to an item you 'need' (ie- one that is on your target list).

Obviously, if the deal is just too good to pass up, and the disappointment of not sticking to your plan is significantly outweighed by the ongoing pleasure of having the impulse buy in the collection - then, yeah, go for it !!!!

I only offer these thoughts on the basis of my being (definitely in the past, and even a little still so nowadays) a little too spontaneous when it came to grabbing stuff that I hadn't planned for, thus delaying the acquisition of items I really wanted to see in the collection :blush:

As to upgrading existing books (like you mentioned with your DT set) I, personally, would put this right at the bottom of the "To Do" list :smile:


Thanks for the tips BadPenny... I really do have the bug now and have to be careful... finding myself cruising Ebay and Betts, the Collector, etc for hours at a time looking for deals. I am not rich by any means... haha

[webstar1000]

Thanks for all the compliments guys!!!!! :):):)

[Ben Eads]

I can has your top shelf? LOL

Very impressive, bro!

[webstar1000]

I can has your top shelf? LOL

Very impressive, bro!

Thanks man! I have added a few since then... my crown jewel is the matching set (other than DT #1 and #2 which are 1st/1st) but man oh man I do not know why but I HAVE TO have them all match... I may sell this in the spring if I see a good deal on a fine matching set come along.... addicted to getting these books for sure. Just scored Desperation S/L yesterday!

[webstar1000]

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[webstar1000]

First off, sorry about the picture quality. I have to take a minute and post some pictures. I have a couple people to thank and the first is Rachel Readman. I commissioned her to customize some sculptures for me. You are familiar with the Constant Readers but what she has done is amazing. My Dark Tower set is matching fine/fine #459. I bought #'s 45 and 90. The play on numbers was cool... but the statues are breathtaking. The black 13 (which was hand done and I did not know about this) and the pink wizards glass are just super. My number was stamped in the doors as well. The Crimson Kings eye was a nice surprise as well. The way she "dripped" it down to the symbol for Ka! WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! Here are some pics. Thank you Rachel, your professionalism, shipping so fast and presentation was perfect. The detail and quality is amazing. You are a true asset to this forum and for the life of me cannot understand why you have not done your own King book yet. Kudos to you on one amazing job.

[webstar1000]

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[webstar1000]

Here is them all set up. What a site... I used them as book ends... a truly unique set:):):)

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[carlosdetweiller]

That is fantastic! Thanks for sharing.

[webstar1000]

That is fantastic! Thanks for sharing.

Thanks! I appreciate that! Means a lot:)

[Ben Staad]

They look amazing. Congrats on the sculptures and the books!

[jhanic]

Very, very nice!

John

[Randall Flagg]

Beautiful!

[webstar1000]

Thanks guys!!!!

[frik]

Excellent collection - love the DT set!!

sk

[The Library Policeman]

Beautiful!! Congratulations.

[stroppygoblin]

VERY cool. Really like the addition of the number plate.

[webstar1000]

Over the past 4 months David at Bett's has been a huge help (plus a couple members here) in helping me get some of my prized books. Here are some in the matching number #459. My Shining #459 is on it's way and I can't wait. David, is patient and very easy to deal with... a true gem to have here as a member. Thanks David for your help and I look forward to working with you in the future!

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[Cook]

Webstar1000, Very nice.
I've somehow missed your collection.
Obviously love the whole matching number thing.
And.. Rachel's matching bookends are soooo perfect.
Congratulations !!

[webstar1000]

Webstar1000, Very nice.
I've somehow missed your collection.
Obviously love the whole matching number thing.
And.. Rachel's matching bookends are soooo perfect.
Congratulations !!

Thank Cook:)

[webstar1000]

Matching SOD:)

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[Stockerlone]

Congrats..... VERY VERY VERY nice Stuff !!!

[divemaster]

Those sculpture bookends are keen!

[webstar1000]

Gotta say.. this book is the nicest I have ever held in my life....

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[webstar1000]

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Pardon my refections. haha

[jhanic]

Nice!

John

[dnemec]

Where did you get that corner bookcase? LOVE IT!!!

Oh yea, and the books are pretty okay too! :P

[webstar1000]

Where did you get that corner bookcase? LOVE IT!!!

Oh yea, and the books are pretty okay too! :P

I had it built. It is right into the wall. I will be putting GE's and King signed books that are not his S/L's. I also have another case with 1st's that matches it but not built into the corner. Thanks for the complement
:)

[webstar1000]

VERY COOL DOLSO case... love it...

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[frik]

Gorgeous!

sk

[Randall Flagg]

Pardon my refections. haha
Good thing you both had clothes on.

[webstar1000]

lol

[Ben Staad]

Amazing case from Dick. Congrats.

[webstar1000]

Amazing case from Dick. Congrats.

Thanks Ben! A big thanks to a great member here for that one. I was not going to get it and he convinced me and boy oh boy am I glad I listened to him! Thanks Ralph!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

[webstar1000]

One of the nicest S/L's out there. Mint condition and a great price.. thanks David!!!

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[stroppygoblin]

If there is one signed limited i would own, this would be it. Love everything about this edition (except the price :( )

[The Library Policeman]

Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! :D

[webstar1000]

If there is one signed limited i would own, this would be it. Love everything about this edition (except the price :( )

Strobby it really is a site to behold... no lies.... wow factor is 100%!

[stroppygoblin]

Strobby? :orely:

:)

[webstar1000]

Here is a cool couple of remarqued S/L's I got...

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Man, I really do love Glenn's color stuff though...

[jhanic]

Love The Stand s/l! I'm sure it's the holy grail for all King collectors. Congratulations!

Nice remarques, too!

John

[webstar1000]

Love The Stand s/l! I'm sure it's the holy grail for all King collectors. Congratulations!

Nice remarques, too!

John

Thanks John, appreciate the kind words mate:)

[bdwyer19]

Great to finally see your bookshelves (and all the great books)!!

[Girlystevedave]

I don't know much about collecting, but I do appreciate a nice looking bookshelf.
And you've got one. :thumbsup:

[The Library Policeman]

Strobby? :orely:

:)

Yeah. Strobby Goplin! :P

[webstar1000]

Strobby? :orely:

:)

Yeah. Strobby Goplin! :P

lol

[Ben Eads]

Awesome additions!

You've been busy since last I checked. I love your lettered edition of IT! The remarques are beautiful!

[stroppygoblin]

These Lettered and S/L's are all very nice, but still some work to be done on those US 1sts Kris!
A SK collectors work is never done... :evil:

[Merlin1958]

Oh, you have been a very busy, lad!!! Totally awesome acquisitions, my friend!!! Way to go!!!


:rock::rock::rock:

[webstar1000]

Thanks everyone. Love being a part of this community and the positive comments are greatly appreciated!

[Stockerlone]

Supernice new books !!!

[BrighterDeathNow]

WOW!!!! :heart: This is the kind of collection I'd hope to have someday, but x 2 (a set for each of my kids when I kick the bucket). Might take a few decades but I'm fine with that. And as others have said, those corner shelves are amazing! Congrats, man!!

[webstar1000]

Love this edition in both the GE and S/L!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/photo46.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/photo46.jpg.html)

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[Priest]

amazing progress, absolute amazing what you have there - keep on going, i am curious to see whats next ;D

[webstar1000]

amazing progress, absolute amazing what you have there - keep on going, i am curious to see whats next ;D

Thanks my friend!

[webstar1000]

To put it bluntly... I could not wait to share this. I have 4 boxes of books sitting there.. and you know what? I don't care right now. This is a dream of mine to have a Michael Whalen original. Well this is it. And boy oh boy wow. It is his first working print or practice piece for The Man In Black. WOW.... all I can say is WOW. It is a whopping 28x18 inches!!!!!!!!!! I will post pictures when the framing is done. I blew almost a $1000 Canadian on the frame but this massive piece deserves it... pics to come when it comes back in. This was all I snapped before the frame store carefully took my baby away. The detail and it is signed to book... WOW... WOW... WOW.... Happy Webstar right here folks:heart:


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[racerx45]

That is a very nice piece, congratulations.

[becca69]

Awesome!

[Merlin1958]

Unique!! Congrats!!

[Stockerlone]

SUPERNICE !!!

[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[jonp]

I'm very very jealous. Absolutely beautiful! Congrats Kris.

[webstar1000]

Thanks everyone. When framed you will see all the little notes he made on it.... and this pic does not do the image justice... it is SO LARGE! Cant wait to show you all in a frame.... :)

[Priest]

can't wait to see it ! ;D :thumbsup:

[DoctorZaius]

To put it bluntly... I could not wait to share this. I have 4 boxes of books sitting there.. and you know what? I don't care right now. This is a dream of mine to have a Michael Whalen original. Well this is it. And boy oh boy wow. It is his first working print or practice piece for The Man In Black. WOW.... all I can say is WOW. It is a whopping 28x18 inches!!!!!!!!!! I will post pictures when the framing is done. I blew almost a $1000 Canadian on the frame but this massive piece deserves it... pics to come when it comes back in. This was all I snapped before the frame store carefully took my baby away. The detail and it is signed to book... WOW... WOW... WOW.... Happy Webstar right here folks:heart:

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/photo-3.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/photo-3.jpg.html)

I don't get jealous often, but this one has me turning green.

[divemaster]

Yeah, that's a really nice piece.

[Ben Staad]

Congrats! I can't wait to see this framed. WTG.

[webstar1000]

Would you trip the F out if you seen this in a store? My buddy was in a store and this was in the suit section. He know DT and sent me this pic. I lost it! LOOOOL

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[CyberGhostface]

Neat, Whelan's drawing of Walter crossing the desert like that is one of my fave depictions of the character.

[webstar1000]

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VERY PROUD OF THIS:):):):)

[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[sharki69]

Great !

[webstar1000]

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Getting the library together... few more things to come... oh that Superman you see... believe it or not it is a mould of my face. ahahhahahah My sisters did it for Xmas. Cool as hell. One side of the room is having more shelves built due to space.. so stay tuned:)

[jonp]

Wow, you're collection is coming on very nicely! Took me many years to get that far. Love the shelves. I see you managed to get a Letters From Hell. I still don't have one of those yet.

[webstar1000]

Wow, you're collection is coming on very nicely! Took me many years to get that far. Love the shelves. I see you managed to get a Letters From Hell. I still don't have one of those yet.

Thanks brother! I made the frame myself out of metal... took weeks! I am slowing down for awhile though. Bought a house that is sucking some cash out of me. lol

[racerx45]

Very, Very nice

[stroppygoblin]

lookin good Kris!

[DoctorZaius]

Wow! You've come a long way in such a short period of time. Great job!

[webstar1000]

So I have a story... I thought long and hard about my favorite book of King's other than the Dark Tower and it always comes back to what got me into SK... and that was IT. I have the lettered, a couple F 1sts, the sewer grate Dolso, matching S/L and Port and the GE I wanted remarqued.... so as some know it is not an easy task to get that done by all the artists. For those of you that don't know Glen Orbik is sick and is not doing them right now but graciously agreed to hold my book until he felt better from Chemo to do it.... my thoughts and prayers are with him... That book project has been on-going for sometime and looks like it will take more time but hopefully by early next year I will be able to show you. They all did 2 page full color remarques... BUT THIS P&J is not about that... it is about a score that goes far above that.

What you see below is true.. it is done by Robert Giusti. It is his orginal cover for IT done back in the 80's. It is quite large as you can see and signed. He is almost 80 years old. He was born during the depression!!! He is not a easy man to find... an does not do this... in fact he never has... and has made it known to me he never will again. He is such a nice man, and very hard of hearing so at times I spoke to his family member... but he, at his age... still has it. I will take many more pics when it arrives later this week. He, interestingly enough, would HAVE NO part of drawling in my book for fear his paint would bleed through. It took me months to find him and weeks of teaching and showing him remarques before he turned me down... he said he wanted thousands to do it and that was that... then a week or so later... he contacted me and said he would do it... but not in the book and gave me AN AMAZING deal. He also painted it and told me I could trim it down and glue it into the book (kind of cute) and asked what the size was. I gave him the book and he did it as if it was open to cover both pages like the other artists. I would never damage this work of art. I know of no other in the world and he has never done this before. It is the pride and joy of my IT collection.

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/unnamed.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/unnamed.jpg.html)

[racerx45]

That’s a great story and a wonderful painting. Congratulations!

[T-Dogz_AK47]

That is an absolutely fantastic piece of artwork and a great story!!! Rep points for you, my friend!! :thumbsup:

[webstar1000]

That is an absolutely fantastic piece of artwork and a great story!!! Rep points for you, my friend!! :thumbsup:

Thanks man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :excited:

[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[jonp]

Beautiful painting. I'm very jealous!

[Stockerlone]

Congrats for this absolut amazing piece of art !!!

[The Library Policeman]

Amazing art, Kris and a wonderful story behind it too! Congrats. :)

[Merlin1958]

:clap::clap::clap:

[Ben Staad]

Great story and an awesome piece of art. Congrats on tracking the artist down and actually convincing him to do the work. WTG!

[webstar1000]

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/photo4-3.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/photo4-3.jpg.html)
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LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!!! My IT collection is almost 100% complete now... once my remarqued book gets back:)

[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[racerx45]

looks great!

[jonp]

Very nice. The frame matches the painting perfectly.

[The Library Policeman]

Absolutely stunning, Kris. As Jon said - the framing compliments the art perfectly.

Nice job!! :)

[webstar1000]

I thought so too guys.. the frame I did for my Whelan was like $500 Canadian.... I went back in ... same guy was there and members my love for King. It is kind of cool the stories that go along with this painting! From convincing my wife right to framing. Buddy says he started the Dark Tower (#7!) and realized he needed to start from the Gunslinger. He did this cause of my passion for it and he is a big reader having read a lot of Kings work but not the Dark Tower (which makes me wonder how many people out there are like him....). He, in the three weeks or so since I picked up the Whelan, had finished the first two after realizing his mistake on the number #7. He , needless to say, is HOOKED and goes to thank me for getting him into it. I said no problem! He immediately recognizes what I am holding (he loves IT).. and proceeds to start picking out the frame and matting. He asks if I like it (asking me a million questions about my collection and my site I go to.. which is this one. haha). I tell him I do and he says can you wait 20mins or so? The last time it took 2 full weeks to get back. This took 30 minutes and the price tag????/ $32 bucks with tax!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I ask why and his response... "I owed ya one so I will cover the frame, install and you cover the matting". LOL OK:) DONE! No shit... couldnt believe it! That is why I have it so quick back to share!!!!

[zelig]

Looks fantastic!

[bdwyer19]

I thought so too guys.. the frame I did for my Whelan was like $500 Canadian.... I went back in ... same guy was there and members my love for King. It is kind of cool the stories that go along with this painting! From convincing my wife right to framing. Buddy says he started the Dark Tower (#7!) and realized he needed to start from the Gunslinger. He did this cause of my passion for it and he is a big reader having read a lot of Kings work but not the Dark Tower (which makes me wonder how many people out there are like him....). He, in the three weeks or so since I picked up the Whelan, had finished the first two after realizing his mistake on the number #7. He , needless to say, is HOOKED and goes to thank me for getting him into it. I said no problem! He immediately recognizes what I am holding (he loves IT).. and proceeds to start picking out the frame and matting. He asks if I like it (asking me a million questions about my collection and my site I go to.. which is this one. haha). I tell him I do and he says can you wait 20mins or so? The last time it took 2 full weeks to get back. This took 30 minutes and the price tag????/ $32 bucks with tax!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I ask why and his response... "I owed ya one so I will cover the frame, install and you cover the matting". LOL OK:) DONE! No shit... couldnt believe it! That is why I have it so quick back to share!!!!

You've got to love the SK collecting community! Great story!

[DoctorZaius]

The collection is looking great man! Did you have any luck getting a World War Z signed/limited?

[webstar1000]

The collection is looking great man! Did you have any luck getting a World War Z signed/limited?

I did Greg. They had like 3 copies left. I do agree with you though... little bummed I could not get matching numbers:(

[webstar1000]

My newest piece of art:)

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/towerandtherose.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/towerandtherose.jpg.html)

Cannot wait to get it!

[jonp]

Beautiful.

[SystemCrashOverRide]

Stunning, who is the artist for that piece Web?

[webstar1000]

Stunning, who is the artist for that piece Web?

Michael Whelan:):):):) :smile_002:

EDIT: Only the best artist ever! lol

[zelig]

Oh, amazing!

[Merlin1958]

:clap::clap::clap:

[webstar1000]

This is kind of neat. Whelan sent me a personalized remarqed card with my artwork! Very good service by his team in every way!!! Hope to do more business with them again:)

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/photo2-4.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/photo2-4.jpg.html)
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[bdwyer19]

That's a nice bonus! Always cool when a little something extra is added.

[webstar1000]

That's a nice bonus! Always cool when a little something extra is added.

Yeah, I was surprised. I will put it up and display it on one of my King Shelves for sure:)

[Merlin1958]

Extremely cool, Kris!!!

[zelig]

Love that. Congrats!

[webstar1000]

Thanks guys... Not much but such a nice touch!

[Ben Staad]

Love the artwork and remarque card, Kris. Congrats.

[webstar1000]

Not a big deal but thought I would share. I made this for my DT matching set. It goes on the tube they sent. I have high end pure white paper in large rolls so I wrapped the shitty tube and then affixed this. I am not going to frame these as it is around a grand and I just frame original art. These are prints but VERY cool to have to go with your set. I am also offering this. If any member out there has this set and wants this label (it is a 6x12 mac tac label designed to fit the tube). I will change it for your number and send it to you free of charge Happy weekend friends!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/photo2-5.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/photo2-5.jpg.html)
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[Merlin1958]

Cool!!!

[Stockerlone]

VERY VERY NICE !!!

[webstar1000]

What a way to display my new 1st Gunslinger:) Love the look of this on my shelf... ART in every sense of the word... Proud papa here!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5689.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5689.jpg.html)

[webstar1000]

Some of my art up:) More to come soooon. Cannot wait to share:) My library is coming along so well. I have some shelves being made this summer and there is more work to be done... but looking different every day!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5690.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5690.jpg.html)

[webstar1000]

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5691.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5691.jpg.html)

[zelig]

Congratulations! All looking very nice and sounds quite exciting what you have planned!

[goheat]

Wow, more amazing stuff. Love that Dark Tower case! :nana:

[jhanic]

Looks great! Congratulations!

John

[Merlin1958]

Looking good, Kris!!!

[racerx45]

Those are great; I love the Gunslinger slip case

[webstar1000]

Thanks all... yeah the case is petty bad ass. Really one of my favs.

[Stockerlone]

G R E A T !!!

[webstar1000]

I have matching number problem as some of you know.. well it is also a matching letter as well. Here is my matching SOD's. What amazing productions... wow!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5708.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5708.jpg.html)
http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5709.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5709.jpg.html).
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[webstar1000]

AND they are the LARGEST books I own. LOL I also finally got a Rainey Season. I really like what it is. I like that there is so few out there as well. I had it framed and I also had a brass plate made with the name engraved on it:) Here it is!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5712.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5712.jpg.html)

[zelig]

That's vEEry nice!! And the Rainey Season looks fantastic with the frame and plate.

[goheat]

Congratulations, fantastic stuff! Love the plush traycases for the SOD S/Ls!

[The Library Policeman]

Beautiful new stuff, Kris.


Loooove the Rainy Season. Congrats!

[webstar1000]

Thanks for the kind comments guys. I am pretty happy with the Rainey Season. I thought it needed that brass plate... not sure why but it bugged me till I went and had it made. Glad I did. Cannot wait to hand it tonight!

[Priest]

well played bro ;D
you put the bar pretty high ;D love it!

[Merlin1958]

:clap::clap::clap:

[Randall Flagg]

You should have had your name engraved over King's. Would have looked better.:ninja:

[Meagan J]

That Dark Tower case is AWESOME!!!

[webstar1000]

You should have had your name engraved over King's. Would have looked better.:ninja:

LOL

[webstar1000]

That Dark Tower case is AWESOME!!!

I should take a picture of the rest of it. It is just finished:) The base is a THICK solid piece of wood grooved out. I will and post them! AND THANKS FOR THE KIND WORDS!

[webstar1000]

So I had Michael Whelan do a remarque for me from a scene in the Dark Tower #7. There are a ton of scenes I love but this one was the end of the Dark Man, the baddest bad ass throughout King's work. I thought it fitting. He did my vision justice for sure!!! Enjoy:)

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_5720.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_5720.jpg.html)

[zelig]

Congrats. I thought he doesn't do this sort of thing anymore. Good job for making it happen.

[webstar1000]

Congrats. I thought he doesn't do this sort of thing anymore. Good job for making it happen.

He doesn't. He will not do remarques. I tried... this was more of a "who ya know" thing. lol I may get one more... maybe two but that will be about it. I am thinking of selling this book though. If the offer was right of course:)

[jonp]

VERY VERY NICE!

[racerx45]

Very cool, and congrats on knowing the right people

[jhanic]

WONDERFUL!!!

John

[webstar1000]

Thanks guys!!!!!

[Ben Staad]

Congrats on the Whelan! It is a great illustration and I love the scene choice. Freaking awesome!

[Merlin1958]

:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:


The extremely rare, 3 thumbs up!!!

[Stockerlone]

Congrats for this superamazing remarque !!!

[SystemCrashOverRide]

To reiterate what everyone else has said, that kicks some ass.

[Dan]

Nice remarque!

[webstar1000]

Very proud of this. I have confirmed they are 1st/1st and to know they are from King's personal collection is very rewarding!!!


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[Room 217 Caretaker]

That is awesome.

Did he sign them?

Mulleins

[webstar1000]

Yes they are signed by him too! I did not open the certificates of authenticity by the head of the library but I can see signatures through them as well. They are inside the ribbon (should have grabbed a pic) on the backs of the books.

[jhanic]

Neat!

John

[racerx45]

Too cool, congrats

[zelig]

Congratulations Kris!

[jonp]

Congratulations Kris, It's really special having a couple of books from SK's personal collection.

[webstar1000]

Thanks guys. I do cherish them for sure:)

[Merlin1958]

You must be thrilled!!! Congratulations, my friend!!! :clap::clap::clap:

[webstar1000]

I have made good friends with a member here over the last couple years. He is supportive, kind and so valuable a member. You might know his as The Caretaker 217 or Ralph Mulleins. We have had many dealings and what makes our friendship so good is we both go out of our way for the other... and it makes us both happy as HELL when we get our stuff. He was MORE than fair in helping me acquire my first Phil Hale. Thanks Ralph. Love ya man!

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_6080.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_6080.jpg.html)

[zelig]

Congratulations... and yes, there's some top quality folks on the forum...

[webstar1000]

Congratulations... and yes, there's some top quality folks on the forum...

I need to say that about Ralph even though I have many other GOOD friends and pals... he just does things that are too kind. Like this trade he did for me to get this.. and I cannot even post the other part cause it is still in transit:)

[bdwyer19]

Looks great Kris!! Can't wait to see pictures of your wall as you acquire more artwork!

[jonp]

Very nice Kris. I really like Phil Hale's style, very simplistic but it really works. Love the frame as well.

[Ben Staad]

Very nice. I've always liked Phil Hales work. Congrats.

[goheat]

Congratulations, a beautiful work of art, Kris!

[webstar1000]

New art from my good friend David at Betts. Even though he did not want to sell.. he did for me. PACKED IT LIKE A CHAMP as most of you know he can. Arrived today in perfect condition. My new Pride & Joy for sure!!!!!! Pictures do not do it justice... I need to find a better way to share the painting.. wow is all I can say.. and thanks David:)


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[The Library Policeman]

That's a beauty, Kris. Congratulations!

[zelig]

Congrats Kris!

[goheat]

AWESOMENESS, Kris!!!!!

[killjoy72]

Day-um! And one of my favorite scenes from the book. Congrats!
Is that a prelim to the painting used in the book, or a commissioned piece? What's it's story?

[bdwyer19]

Take a picture of your wall Kris!! I want to see all the Dark Tower art framed and hanging next to each other!

[T-Dogz_AK47]

An absolutely awesome piece, Kris! Congratulations!! :thumbsup:

[Ben Staad]

Congrats!

[Lot guy]

Very nice Kris!!!!

[Merlin1958]

Big time congrats!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[webstar1000]

Thanks everyone for the kind words!!!!! I'm a very happy collector!!! I think this piece was the alternate cover for Wizard and Glass but I'm not 100% sure. I'll ask David when he is back from his ski trip! And I will post pictures of the library Brian when I got the rest hung... Soooooo :)

[Merlin1958]

Why wait? Email me your question and I'll get a hold of, Ned direct for you. wbender2@cox.net

[webstar1000]

Email sent Bill!

[webstar1000]

I received another piece I was waiting for... AND it was worth the wait. As most of you know Don Maitz was the guest speaker at the wonderful luncheon that RF/Explorer put on. He did his famous cop (which I think is fantastic) and gave it away as the grand price... I did not win and tried to buy it off the winner. No luck:( My wife spoke to Don (as some here know she is an amazing girl and much cuter than I deserve!) while I was with some of the guys chatting and asked him to do me one. He said he would love to just have me email him. LOL Well... pig headed me did not want to cause I could not afford it. My wife told me not to worry about it and try. It became a game of her (she has his email from the card there) leaving his card all over the house. SO... after a week, I did. And... I am soooooooooooooooo glad I did. He remembered my wife and me well and was all about it. I asked for a lil 6x9 and he gave me this! It measures 9x12. 13.5x16.5 inches over all! VERY proud and he is a great guy. He even made me a nice certificate and signed it as well. Got a lot to hang this weekend....

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_6157.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_6157.jpg.html)
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[zelig]

Congratulations Kris. Nice to see you were able to get a piece like this in the end.

[webstar1000]

Congratulations Kris. Nice to see you were able to get a piece like this in the end.

Thanks man. I REALLY wanted that one. SO every happy to get one.

[Lot guy]

Congrats Kris!!!!

[goheat]

Congratulations, and great story, Kris! That is one fantastic piece of artwork. :biggrin1:

[racerx45]

Really nice, thanks for sharing

[Stockerlone]

Congrats for this supernice piece of art !!!

[webstar1000]

Thanks guys. Your words make my day! I am glad you like it. I was not sure of the frame but thought the blue made his eyes look crazier. Glad you all like it!!

[T-Dogz_AK47]

That is an absolutely SUPERB piece of artwork, Kris!! Truly stunning!!! :drool:

A really cool story on how you managed to acquire it too! Don Maitz is a fantastic artist and a great guy!! :smile:

You must be very proud to own such an awesome piece! Congratulations!!! :thumbsup:




You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to webstar1000 again.

[Theli]

I received another piece I was waiting for... AND it was worth the wait. As most of you know Don Maitz was the guest speaker at the wonderful luncheon that RF/Explorer put on. He did his famous cop (which I think is fantastic) and gave it away as the grand price... I did not win and tried to buy it off the winner. No luck:( My wife spoke to Don (as some here know she is an amazing girl and much cuter than I deserve!) while I was with some of the guys chatting and asked him to do me one. He said he would love to just have me email him. LOL Well... pig headed me did not want to cause I could not afford it. My wife told me not to worry about it and try. It became a game of her (she has his email from the card there) leaving his card all over the house. SO... after a week, I did. And... I am soooooooooooooooo glad I did. He remembered my wife and me well and was all about it. I asked for a lil 6x9 and he gave me this! It measures 9x12. 13.5x16.5 inches over all! VERY proud and he is a great guy. He even made me a nice certificate and signed it as well. Got a lot to hang this weekend....

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_6157.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_6157.jpg.html)
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Fantastic! I love it!

[Priest]

awsome!

[killjoy72]

That certificate was a nice touch.
After all these recent art purchases, I'm looking forward to the visual tour of your "gallery" once it's ready!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Great artwork. It captures the pleasant personality of the law enforcement officer perfectly.

[jonp]

Love the new artwork Kris. I remember when CD offfered an original artwork from Don many years ago. You could choose any scene from Desparation, I chose the cop. Don came up with four different pencil sketch views of the cop which I chose one with the gun. I think one was similar to your final painting. He then pencil sketched a preliminary drawing for my approval before painting the watercolour. I felt very involved in the project and it was nice chatting to Don, if only by email. At the end of it, I was sent three different artworks!

[webstar1000]

Love the new artwork Kris. I remember when CD offfered an original artwork from Don many years ago. You could choose any scene from Desparation, I chose the cop. Don came up with four different pencil sketch views of the cop which I chose one with the gun. I think one was similar to your final painting. He then pencil sketched a preliminary drawing for my approval before painting the watercolour. I felt very involved in the project and it was nice chatting to Don, if only by email. At the end of it, I was sent three different artworks!

Wow that is cool! He is a good guy eh? I asked for a spider cause I thought it would look cool... And I was right. Haha he is a gem to work with!

[webstar1000]

So I wanted a custom case built for my matching set of DT. I had the glass made first and a wood worker do the base. He burnt the text in. I thought he did a great job. There is a groove cut out the glass sits in. It weighs about 45lbs! SOLID for sure. Needless to say I left just enough room for anther DT book in case we get on:):):)

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[goheat]

Wow, Kris. Cannot think of anything else to say!!!! Congratulations :rock::thumbsup: :ft:

[jhanic]

WOW!!! Simply awesome!

John

[zelig]

Wow, that's brilliant. Love the wood part. What a fantastic idea. Congratulations!

[webstar1000]

So I hung all my art and placed most of my books. I am out of space... AGAIN!!! I have some more book shelves coming! Anyways... the blank spots you see WILL have art in them sooooooooon. SO, here is my little King library for those of you who wanted to see:) Thanks for all the kind words guys!

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[killjoy72]

Nice collection! Just out of curiosity... what order are your trades in?

[zelig]

Looking very sharp. What a great setup you have. I'm curious where that wooden section goes. I thought it was the base of the glass case but I don't see it there in the new pics.

[webstar1000]

Nice collection! Just out of curiosity... what order are your trades in?

haha no order my man. I always meant too after we moved (by date of release obviously) but have not had the time. So no rhyme or reason. lol

[webstar1000]

Looking very sharp. What a great setup you have. I'm curious where that wooden section goes. I thought it was the base of the glass case but I don't see it there in the new pics.

Good question man! lol I really am waiting for a new shelf to go out that would be to the right entering the room and the base will go on top of that with the books. I won't have that done till summer so the base will have no home for a few more months. So this will stay this way and then get changed again. I have been buying books from David for like 4 months and I have no where to put them! GRRRR..

[killjoy72]

Looking very sharp. What a great setup you have. I'm curious where that wooden section goes. I thought it was the base of the glass case but I don't see it there in the new pics.

I have been buying books from David for like 4 months and I have no where to put them! GRRRR..

Sounds... familiar.:orely:

[dnemec]

WOW, Kris!!!!! Gorgeous room!!!!!!!!!!!

[zelig]

Looking very sharp. What a great setup you have. I'm curious where that wooden section goes. I thought it was the base of the glass case but I don't see it there in the new pics.

Good question man! lol I really am waiting for a new shelf to go out that would be to the right entering the room and the base will go on top of that with the books. I won't have that done till summer so the base will have no home for a few more months. So this will stay this way and then get changed again. I have been buying books from David for like 4 months and I have no where to put them! GRRRR..

Ah, okay that explains it... and more books than shelves is something I think we've all had to deal with at some point! Actually just this morning I received my shipping notice for 4 new bookcases that I just ordered! Anyway, looking forward to seeing your new setup with the DT shelf.

[jonp]

Very nice paintings and bookcases. Fantastic collection. Put some socks on man!:evil:

[racerx45]

The DT book display is a thing of beauty.

[Theli]

I absolutely love the custom solid wooden display case, looks fantastic!

[Priest]

absolute fantastic - great collection !

[carlosdetweiller]

Very nice. I enjoyed looking at the pictures. Thanks for posting. I think we are all out of bookshelf space!

[webstar1000]

Thanks everyone! I appreciate all the views and kind comments. I am very proud of my little room. Find myself going in at least once a day and looking around... smiling and walking out. I just wish I had a little more disposable income to grow it more... damm I am a addict:( Never thought I would be addicted to any drug... lol

[Ben Staad]

Nice looking library. I think the custum made shelf was an excellent idea and it looks great. Congrats.

[becca69]

Beautiful room!

[Stockerlone]

S U P E R N I C E !!!

[Lookwhoitis]

awesome pics! I really love all that art

[webstar1000]

Today was an amazing day. I got offered a chance at a piece of art from a friend of Mr. Whelan... And you all know how much I think of his work. Even though i am in save mode... I bought it. Arriving Monday... And it is amazing!!!!!! Hope you will enjoy all!!!

[zelig]

Today was an amazing day. I got offered a chance at a piece of art from a friend of Mr. Whelan... And you all know how much I think of his work. Even though i am in save mode... I bought it. Arriving Monday... And it is amazing!!!!!! Hope you will enjoy all!!!

Lucky you... can't wait to see what it is.

[webstar1000]

:)

[Ben Staad]

Looking forward to the reveal. Congrats.

[Theli]

Can't wait to see it. I've been Whelan fan for ages.

[webstar1000]

Can't wait to see it. I've been Whelan fan for ages.

Me too. I dare say he is my all time favourite artist. This piece is so nice and the price was right. Pics coming Monday guys!!!!

[jonp]

Can't wait Kris. Is it DT related? Or would that spoil the surprise?

[webstar1000]

It sure is:)

[jonp]

It sure is:)

Fanastic. Looking forward to seeing it!

[webstar1000]

Here is my new Pride and joy:)

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[T-Dogz_AK47]

Congratulations, Kris! That is all kinds of awesome!! :thumbsup:

[jonp]

Awesome painting Kris! Congrats!