2018 Topps Now - Page 231

Cam Brady · 08-04-2018, 02:32 PM

A few of us were able to get Topps to foot the bill for us to promote eTopps at the National with tables in the corporate area. We had cards in the VIP bags, show exclusives at the booth to sell, computers at the booth to sign people up for eTopps. Everything was done the right way. Plenty of people cam by the booth for the show exclusives. Sales were ok. Everybody involved would have lost A LOT of money if it wasnt for Topps covering the booth cost.

joejoemay · 08-04-2018, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Cam Brady

A few of us were able to get Topps to foot the bill for us to promote eTopps at the National with tables in the corporate area. We had cards in the VIP bags, show exclusives at the booth to sell, computers at the booth to sign people up for eTopps. Everything was done the right way. Plenty of people cam by the booth for the show exclusives. Sales were ok. Everybody involved would have lost A LOT of money if it wasnt for Topps covering the booth cost.

Still a niche market for Now, so I imagine it wouldn’t be a winning endeavor.

mwheeler27 · 08-04-2018, 04:31 PM

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Still a niche market for Now, so I imagine it wouldn’t be a winning endeavor.

In order for it to ever be a winning endeavor, it needs to be represented at the hobby’s largest trade show. The more people who know about it, the higher chance of future success.

I hope to see Topps NOW next year in Chicago.

kpete42 · 08-04-2018, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mwheeler27

In order for it to ever be a winning endeavor, it needs to be represented at the hobby’s largest trade show. The more people who know about it, the higher chance of future success.

I hope to see Topps NOW next year in Chicago.

Agreed. I don’t understand why it’s not bigger already, but I suppose national exposure, or lack thereof is a factor. Living has taken off and is blowing up. I like collecting both series, but still slightly prefer the concept of Now above all else. Surprised at how much Living has overtaken Now.

mhcook · 08-04-2018, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mwheeler27

In order for it to ever be a winning endeavor, it needs to be represented at the hobby’s largest trade show. The more people who know about it, the higher chance of future success.

I hope to see Topps NOW next year in Chicago.

I didn't realize etopps still existed. I would love for Topps to subsidize booths for Topps now and whatever is offered on their website because I only know a things I've seen pictures of on here.

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kpete42 · 08-05-2018, 09:52 AM

Wow, no love for the Ohtani /49? Less than two hours left and still available.

Platman · 08-05-2018, 10:18 AM

Just got back an order of 25 mix and match cards from PSA...

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mlbfan10 · 08-05-2018, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Platman

Just got back an order of 25 mix and match cards from PSA...

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Jelly congrats!

mwheeler27 · 08-05-2018, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by kpete42

Wow, no love for the Ohtani /49? Less than two hours left and still available.

And I like the look of that one the best. The red, white, and blue looks great together.

I see it's gone now. Thought about picking up another one. Oh well.

mwheeler27 · 08-05-2018, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Platman

Just got back an order of 25 mix and match cards from PSA...

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Very pretty card!

I LOVE the black & white cards. I hope Topps continues doing the On Demand release at least once each year.

joejoemay · 08-05-2018, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mhcook

I didn't realize etopps still existed. I would love for Topps to subsidize booths for Topps now and whatever is offered on their website because I only know a things I've seen pictures of on here.

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Still have my portfolio...nice Trout rookie in there.

joejoemay · 08-05-2018, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by mwheeler27

Very pretty card!

I LOVE the black & white cards. I hope Topps continues doing the On Demand release at least once each year.

That is a Now B&W not the on-demand

joejoemay · 08-05-2018, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Platman

Just got back an order of 25 mix and match cards from PSA...

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Beautiful card...ugly holder!

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joejoemay · 08-05-2018, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by mwheeler27

In order for it to ever be a winning endeavor, it needs to be represented at the hobby’s largest trade show. The more people who know about it, the higher chance of future success.

I hope to see Topps NOW next year in Chicago.

I think maybe we should have the Platinum event there vs the All-Star game next year....or we need to become more like the eTopps community was and put something together ourselves. Thing that helped eTopps was the stand alone message boards on the site...I mean many of Now’s biggest collectors and sellers didn’t know about blowout till I dragged them here.

I’ll suggest a link to Jeeves be added....to Topps’ site.

mwheeler27 · 08-05-2018, 11:27 AM

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That is a Now B&W not the on-demand

Yes, I know.

It's still black and white.

kpete42 · 08-05-2018, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by mwheeler27

And I like the look of that one the best. The red, white, and blue looks great together.

I see it's gone now. Thought about picking up another one. Oh well.

I liked the look of that one the best as well. It’s the one I bought. Figured all the non auto parallels will get the same type of plain relic pieces as the auto ones will probably get all the side plate pieces. Might as well buy the coolest looking color.

ToppsNowFan · 08-06-2018, 01:20 PM

CALLING ALL SKETCH ARTISTS

Topps is looking for you...

https://careers-topps.icims.com/jobs...ard-artist/job

mwheeler27 · 08-06-2018, 02:36 PM

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CALLING ALL SKETCH ARTISTS

Topps is looking for you...

https://careers-topps.icims.com/jobs...ard-artist/job

It's too bad they don't like realistically detailed painted cards...

"Create original artwork using personal styles and interpretations while still bearing a reasonable resemblance to the characters and scenes depicted. Mediums include: pencil/graphite, pen, inks, and marker."

...Jared Kelley is the best in the hobby, in my opinion.

Here are some 2.5" x 3.5", (regular trading card-sized), hand-painted examples of his:

...Just to show a few.

ToppsNowFan · 08-06-2018, 04:45 PM

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It's too bad they don't like realistically detailed painted cards...

"Create original artwork using personal styles and interpretations while still bearing a reasonable resemblance to the characters and scenes depicted. Mediums include: pencil/graphite, pen, inks, and marker."

...Jared Kelley is the best in the hobby, in my opinion.

Here are some 2.5" x 3.5", (regular trading card-sized), hand-painted examples of his:

...Just to show a few.

I see what you mean... Those look sharp...

RandysHobby · 08-06-2018, 08:30 PM

Shocked DBacks got 405. Bought 1 extra thinking it would be an all time low LOL

kpete42 · 08-06-2018, 08:42 PM

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Shocked DBacks got 405. Bought 1 extra thinking it would be an all time low LOL

It’s a really great card. Surprised it printed that much as well though given the DBacks usually print in the 200s.

joejoemay · 08-06-2018, 08:59 PM

It is a great card under 500 is way under sold! Love that card

Monty · 08-06-2018, 09:40 PM

The reason you haven't seen much posting by me as of late, and what will limit postings by me in the future. See you all when I am finished!

https://www.facebook.com/MSArtball/p...85127761512570

mlbexpert · 08-06-2018, 10:02 PM

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The reason you haven't seen much posting by me as of late, and what will limit postings by me in the future. See you all when I am finished!

https://www.facebook.com/MSArtball/p...85127761512570

These are absolutely stunning, Monty!!! Well done!! Will have to figure out how I join one of the breaks. I love them!

joejoemay · 08-07-2018, 12:12 AM

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These are absolutely stunning, Monty!!! Well done!! Will have to figure out how I join one of the breaks. I love them!

Yes...I want in as well

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08-04-2018, 02:32 PM	#5751
Cam Brady Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 497	A few of us were able to get Topps to foot the bill for us to promote eTopps at the National with tables in the corporate area. We had cards in the VIP bags, show exclusives at the booth to sell, computers at the booth to sign people up for eTopps. Everything was done the right way. Plenty of people cam by the booth for the show exclusives. Sales were ok. Everybody involved would have lost A LOT of money if it wasnt for Topps covering the booth cost.

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kpete42 Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Posts: 2,797	Wow, no love for the Ohtani /49? Less than two hours left and still available.

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08-06-2018, 09:40 PM	#5773
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