I'm interested in the wood carved items.

Respectfully disagree. I love the collector side of things. (And full disclosure, I wanted a crest and was out of town and did not get one) It's cool to have something not everyone owns. The answer, I suppose, lies in the middle. Also, as no doubt is considered in this business, is the idea of how scarcity creates and drives sales. A product that is limited simply sells better, generally speaking, than one that is not. Clearly there is a demand for the AIW artwork. The question becomes whether making the artwork unlimited decrease it's desirability to the (or a significant portion thereof) consumer. Selling out of a limited product run and having customers who did not get one causes many to become even more interested in the next release. Just because an artist can squeeze more money out of a particular product does not always mean that's the right decision. That's short-term thinking. It's not like ZY is going to run out of ideas or kickass works of art. If you missed the last one, try to get the next one. Being a pinball "collector" is cool for many reasons, one of which is the collectibility of what we do; unlimited runs of anything sharply decreases the "collectibility" of the product.

Keep up the awesome work ZY! Find a happy medium between maintaining the collectibility and desirability of your work, while earning the living you deserve.

This mindset is a detriment to every hobby I've enjoyed over the years. Comics, vinyl records, screen-printed posters, sneakers, now pinball. I guess I'm not wired to enjoy something more when other people aren't able to enjoy it. Comics in the '90s are a prime example of collectability trumping quality and eventually undermining the hobby itself.

Rant over. No offense intended to you personally.

^ That said, I understand that screen printing requires a pre-determined production run, and that poster collecting is tailor made for limited edition lust. Necessary evil. Rant really over this time.

Also interested in a print of the Magic Girl translight. The artwork is just gorgeous.

I can tell you have no clue what it is like to be a contract artist or any type of artist.......You completely missed my point. I could give a crap about a $35 print. I want to give him $250-$500 to do his art work justice......I am talking about full color, back glass or whatever. No where in your ramble did you factor in the most important fact......he is only charging $35 and 200 is not all that limited given the subject matter and a pinball audience. The fact he sold out so quickly points to the fact that he is pricing his work too cheaply.......business 101. Know your audience, business 102.......It's all good my friend, we can agree on one very important fact.............we are lucky to have Jeremy and we all want him to do well. I gave up my dream to be an artist because the money was shit and good luck finding healthcare as a "gun for hire". It's not enough for people to say, "cool, I love your art".........This man has a family to provide for. I make good money now and have seen what happened to all of my artist friends that followed their dreams........I believe our artists are one of the greatest assets this country has, but unfortunately we pay our artists less than most garbage men......".

I am an artist and understand how to price work, as does ZY. ZY noted previously he feels indebted to the community and recognizes many of his supporters have already lost considerable money to the games he helped creatively design. I can also speak personally to how just a few dollars can shift buyers out of purchases, and so yes art is generally lower priced than some are willing to pay. I'll instead applaud ZY for getting a price point that grows his fan base quickly and remaining profitable.

For the type of reproduction he's distributing and in the edition he's running, I'd say ZY a smart man and on target to grow his base while keeping the kids in new kicks.

Also remember, the work he's been sharing was already produced, so there's no new creative time for the most part.

If your really interested in giving him money, understand that $200-500 doesn't come close to what it would cost in his time to create a new piece. However if your hardcore as your post seems to suggest, email ZY and ask him for a price on a commissioned original work. That's real patronage.

That sounds awesome actually.

While your art looks great Fantasygoat its not really cool to jump on Yeti's post like that. Its the same if you have a pin for sale and someone else jumps in...I have one for sale also.

poor form Jeremy

Very poor form

ZY, please do another run of the first AIW poster.

If not, is anyone willing to sale an extra?

Great idea! Always love to discover new talent.

I think you will see them come available. I framed one of the ones I got and sold the other last week. Someone else got a deal (and a great poster) and I really didn't need 2 of them.

I think if you're patient (and timely) you will be able to find one.

Chris

Sorry guys, since people seemed to be looking for art and YZ's stuff was sold out, I thought I was just offering up an alternative. Didn't realize it was taboo.

Just received my order, shipping took some time to Europe, but WOUW it looks amazing. Customs had me paid import fees, freaking 23 euros.

So, when are you going to run the Magic Girl prints ?

Lol at the title change.

C'mon ZY--run us some more foil prints! Maybe next time I'll be fast enough to snag one

Good reasons are good!...but sign me up in advance for that original AIW foil re-pop! Maybe a mailing list for your fans might be in order.

Primus and Dinosaur Jr. almost got me.....

Agreed, his typography is awesome. He's got great handstyles off of the computer too. I've used some of his fonts for projects before.

I once did a paint by number that my mom hung on her wall.

If you want software written or a flying robot with lasers on it's head, I'm your guy.

I'll stick to appreciating art from guys like you.

What's the status on the art?

Did the AIW crests ship yet? Ordered mine in that tiny window when they went up for sale...

Fantastic news! Congratulations. Can't wait to find out what it is. Maybe JJP/Pat's custom themed game???

Ha! It took you 4 minutes to realize your thumbs up of my post was acknowledgement.

I have no doubt, whomever the company or project is; the art will be out of sight. I'm so glad something good came out of that other situation.

So what period did you go for? Powerslave or Number of the Beast?

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I received crest 21/200 today, beautiful work once again yeti. Thanks!!!

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Cant wait to see mine! Hopefully its waiting for me when I get home!

Half-Life pin confirmed!!!

I'm guessing he called someone else.

Ghostbusters!

(Do I get a prize for working out the cryptic clue?)

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Oh, damn. A Ghostbusters pin with zombieyeti art?!? Be still my heart!