So it was one year ago today that I published the first article for the Original Prop Blog, “The Hobby Without A Name…” [Read more…]
Original Prop Blog – Annual Statistics
The end of March marks twelve months of activity on the site (with the launch date of the Original Prop Blog being April 5, 2007). As such, it’s interesting (and quite frankly shocking for me) to review the growth of the audience, traffic, and activity over the last year.
Here are the stats, April 2007 through March 2008: [Read more…]
Competing Original Prop Auction Events: The Ides of March?
So at least as long as I’ve been collecting original props, this month, March 2008, is unprecedented in the hobby. And it all begins tomorrow, March 15…
As everyone knows, there are two big auction house events this month: Guernsey’s “Pugliese Prop Culture Collection” (March 15-16) and, just two weeks later, Profiles in History’s “Hollywood Auction 31” (March 27-28). [Read more…]
Original Prop Blog: Continued Growth & Interest
I am still surprised at the end of every month when the site seems to reach new heights, in terms of growth and activity. I honestly expect it to level off or drop off at some point. In any event, January was a month with significant growth over the previous high in the preceding month, so sincere thanks to all who take the time to read and participate. [Read more…]
Website Reviews: The Star Wars Helmet Archive, The Sci-FI Movie Helmet Archive
This is actually a joint review of two websites from the same creator/owner:
Website Name: Star Wars Helmet Archive
Website URL: http://www.starwarshelmets.com
Website Description: “Welcome to www.StarWarsHelmets.com the helmet, armor and costume archive from the Star Wars galaxy. This site is a showcase of the very best Star Wars props; Original, Licensed and Fan-made.” [Read more…]
Original Prop Hobby – 2007 Year in Review
What follows is a summary view of my perspective and personal opinion of the hobby, looking back at 2007. It has been a very interesting year, with a lot of activity and stories and experiences. [Read more…]
Original Prop Blog – Year End Recap
Since starting the Original Prop Blog in mid-April, there have generally been consistent gains in activity, month to month. [Read more…]
Star Trek Christie’s Lawsuit Story, Fundamentals of Authenticity, & The Mainstream Media
As reported here Friday (see “Star Trek Collector Sues Christie’s, CBS & Paramount Studios for $7 Million Dollars“), a collector is suing CBS and Paramount Studios and Christies for $7 million dollars, claiming that the pieces won at the 40 Years of Star Trek: The Collection auction event were “fake” or inauthentic. [Read more…]