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Holiday Season Art Sale!

Well, Halloween is almost here and that marks the beginning of the Holiday season, and big Holiday savings and bonuses!

This Holiday Season my entire inventory is 10% off ! That’s right 10% off EVERYTHING! 
But there is more!
FREE Shipping (U.S. Residence only)!

Just a few samples here of what's for sale, much more at www.randymartinez.net

It’s the best time of the year to pick up some great art as gifts for your friends and family, or treating yourself to something your have always wanted!
Everything from Books, Posters, Tshirts, Trading Cards, Sketch Cards, and even Beach towels! Head over to my Website shop to see all the cool stuff I have to pick from.

www.randymartinez.net

But Order early as I have a limited amount of each item available. Once they sell out, they are out.

Commissions
2010 has been a great year, and you the fans have kept me busy with your great commission ideas! So busy, in fact, that I had a real tough time keeping up with all the work. It tells me that it’s time to make a few changes in how I do commissions.

Instead of raising prices, I’ve decided to simply limit the amount of commissions I do per quarter. YAY!

Remember folks, You can commission art larger than sketch card size!
I have wide vision cards, 5.25 X 8.5. and 9 X 12 bristol commissions for great prices!

Holiday Discounts:
This year I am giving an extra Bonus to those who Order their commissions early.

If you order a regular priced commission Between October 19, 2010 and October 31, 2010, receive a second commission (of equal or lesser value) at 50%* off!

If you can’t make that deadline, don’t worry you still save!
Commission orders Made between November 1, 2010 and November 30, 2010 receive a second commission (of equal or lesser value) at 25%* off!

Can’t make that deadline? Well, you get one more chance to save!
Commission Order Made Between December 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010 receive 10%* off your commission.

All orders come with Free Shipping (U.S. residence only).

Rush orders available for an additional fee.

Have a great time this Holiday Season everyone!

(*) Bonus Discounts do not apply to Commissions on Marvel 70th Anniversary Artist Proofs (Rittenhouse Archives), or Spiderman Archives (Rittenhouse Archives).


A few Samples of Commissions from the past.

Ironman, Wonder Woman mini Poster for San Diego Comic Con 2010

Hey Fans, A real quick post here.
I just finished these pieces up for Comic Con.
I'm really happy with how they turned out!

The Randy Martinez across the front is a WATER MARK for internet purposes. This Watermark is not visible on the print.

I will have two version of each  print available.

1. Limited Edition  Digital print on Glossy Photo Paper. Limited to 35 Prints! You may Pre order your copy to pick up at Comic Con, or have it shipped to you directly. ($25)

2. Unlimited color copies, only available at my artist alley table GG-18. ($10)

The Color Copies look great, but the Limited Edition on Glossy Photo Paper look spectacular!

To Preorder please email me at :  randy@randymartinez.net

See you at Comic Con

Randy

Martinez Summer Convention Schedule

Hey Fans,

Well, it’s that time of year again, SUMMER CONVENTION SEASON! This summer will be busier than ever. Here is a quick run down of where I will be and highlights of what I’ll be doing.

July 21-25  San Diego Comic Con International, San Diego CA

                        Denise and I will be making the trip to San Diego Comic Con opening shop on Preview night in artists alley. I will be at Artist Alley Table GG-18. Easy to remember because it somehow reminds everyone of IG88 form Star Wars. I will have plenty of books, sketch cards, stickers, and lots of free stuff promoting Star Wars Celebration V (with flyers featuring my art!).  I will be debuting two new 8 1/2 X 11 prints of, keep an eye out for updates and postings of the art.

            I am really excited because this year I will be doing a free painting demo for Holbein Paints. I will be focusing on their great Acryla Gouache product. The Same product I used to create all of the Celebration V Key art, as well as my latest Trading Cards from Topps Star Wars Galaxy 5! I’ll be doing the demo on Saturday at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at the HK Holbein Artist Materials Booth ( 5104 ). Come by early to get a good view! I’ll be signing items as well!

            I’ll be zipping around a lot this year so if you don’t find me at my booth your bound to see me at my clients booths; Acme Archives(5629), Star Wars (2913), and Impact Books(1415).

            I will be limiting the number of commissions I do this year due to scheduling, so be sure to get to my table early to get on my short list!

            Important Facts:

            -    Artist Alley Table GG-18

-       2 new 8 1/2 X 11 Prints

-       Painting Demo at Holbein Paints booth 5104 11:30am-12:30pm

August 12-15 Star Wars Celebration V, Orlando FL

                        It’s almost here, Star Wars Celebration V, and I will be there! I’m very excited about this years show because I created 13 pieces of Key art for the entire show. 6 pieces have been revealed so far, saving some of the best for last!

            This year I will not be participating in the Star Wars Art Show/Artists Alley. But that does not mean I will not be available!

            I am happy to announce that my main HOME at CV will be at the Artnsights “Art of John Alvin” booth. I am honored because the late John Alvin was a great influence on me both as an artist and as a friend. I am proud to be part of this booth and help carry on John’s spirit. Artnsights is featuring Original art by John Alvin, Tsuneo Sanda, and art by yours truly. I will be set up for 2-3 hours per day where I can talk with fans, sign items and even sell you some Original art! Come by and say hi! Appearance times will be posted soon!

            I will also be set up for 90 minutes each day in the official Star Wars Celebration V Store where I can sign posters, postcards, program books and all kinds of goodies featuring my art! Times to be posted soon.

            While you are in the Main Exhibit hall, be sure to come by the Topps Trading cards Booth. I’ll be signing cards, and who knows…I may be even drawing Sketch Cards on the spot! Appearances at Topps booth to be announced soon.

            So Yes it is true I will not be in artists alley this year. It breaks a streak of 5 consecutive artist alley appearances. I was invited, but with my busy schedule during the show, having a table, that I would rarely be at, didn’t make a lot of sense. That does mean that I will NOT be selling a CV Exclusive Limited Edition Print, BUT, that does not mean I won’t have a Big Print available at the show. I am working with Acme archives to release a very special Limited Edition Print at CV. I will of course be on hand at the Acme booth to sign copies!

            What would a Star Wars event be with out my “How to Draw Star Wars” Class? Well, good news, I am bringing my high energy, interactive how to draw class for 1 one hour session in the Star Wars Classes Series. For those not familiar, I have been teaching kids and adults of all skill levels how to draw Star Wars! What started as something fun, has grown into a headline act and just about every Star Wars event I can get to, including Jedi-Con in Düsseldorf Germany. Paper and Pencils are provided, so all you need to bring is you and a big smile. This is both a class and an interactive show, complete with lots of great prizes!

So come check it out. Come early as there are only 200 seats available and it fills up quick!

Times and room number to be announced soon.

            On the more casual side… I will be wondering CV enjoying the show when I am not at the different booths or teaching my class. This is the first time I will actually be able to SEE a Star Wars Celebration. I was always working my table all day at previous shows. I will also be hanging out in the lounges sharing drinks with fans! I will have my magic bag with me filled with all kinds of goodies, so if you see me, come have a drink, or better yet buy me one…I may draw something for ya!

            Finally the #1 question from fans so far “Will you be doing commissions at the show”?  Yes…more on that later!

Important Facts:

            -   Home Booth:   Artnsights The Art of John Alvin Booth

-       Daily 1 hour signings in the Celebration Store

-       Appearances at Topps Trading Card Booth

-       Appearances at Acme Archive Booth

-       New Limited Edition Print Released at CV with Acme Archives

-       1 one hour long “How to Draw Star Wars” Class/event; only 200 seats available.

-       Hangin with the fans, drawings for drinks!

September 3-6 DragonCon. Atlanta GA

            By far one of the most fun conventions around. What can you say about Dragon con? More news coming soon! But it will be a party!!!!

            I will be participating in several Panels and of course will have a table in Artists Alley.  Table number and schedules will be posted soon.

September 9^th-12^th Chicagoland Entertainment Collectors Expo. Chicago IL

            This is shaping up to be a very exciting show with Denise and I scheduled to perform musically as well as participate in Artists alley! More news coming Soon!

Randy Martinez Poster Blow Out!

Randy Martinez Poster Blowout!!!

Hey Star Wars Fans! Popular Star Wars artist Randy Martinez is making room for new art, so he is having a Poster Blow Out Sale!

This is your chance to get some amazing deals on hard to find Posters and Prints created by Randy Martinez.

Don't Miss the Bonus offers at the bottom of this BLOG!

First up, Fresh from Dusseldorf Germany, the official 2010 Jedi-Con  Poster.

These posters celebrates the theme of Jedi-Con 2010, "Star Wars Rocks"

Randy was able to get his hands on a limited amount of prints to bring back to the U.S.

Get one before they are "All but extinct".

Jedi Con Poster:

Only 20 available!

33"X 23 1/8"

$50

Also Available

Jedi Con Badges

Only 10 available

5 1/8" X  3 1/2"

$25

Who can forget this classic Poster from Star Wars Celebration Europe.

One of the most rare and sought after posters in recent years. This poster Celebrates 

30 years of Star Wars and 40 years of "The Beatles'" iconic album "Sgt. Peppers".

Also known as "Sgt. Lucas", This poster is filled with details and surprises!

Little known fact, Photoshop was not used to create this piece of art. The Original is 100% 3D.

Star Wars Celebration Europe Official Poster

Very Limited pieces available 

23 1/8" X 23 1/8th"

$100

Also Available.

Star Wars Celebration Europe Official Program Book 

Same Image as poster

9 7/8" X 9 6/8"

$50

The First of 3 Official Poster/Program Book Illustrations for Star Wars Celebrations Randy Martinez has created (Celebration IV, Celebration Europe, & Celebration 5).

The Star Wars Celebration IV Poster features the family and influences of Anakin Skywalker/ Darth Vader.

The Piece Celebrates 30 years of Star Wars, taking us back to that very first scene of Star Wars: A New Hope (The Star Destroyer Chasing Princess Leia's Blockade Runner).

Star Wars Celebration  IV Official Poster

#6" X 24"

$30

Also Available

Star Wars Celebration  IV Official Program Book

Same image as Poster

10 3/4" X 8"

$20

"Sith Rocks" is one of the most talked about and beloved pieces of "Star Wars meets Rock n' Roll" art ever.

This Limited Edition Print features all of your favorite Star Wars Bad guys rocking out to "Power of the Dark Side"

An absolutely fun and exciting piece filled with details and humor that will have you saying OMG.

Darth Maul Playing a Double sided Guitar, and the Emperor playing...cowbell? 

This is the perfect poster for Star Wars and Rock N Roll fans alike! 

 

Star Wars CElebration Europe (Sith Rocks) Limited Edition Lithograph

24" X 18"

Free with purchase of 3 or more Posters.

Special Bonus Offer!!!

Order (1) Jedi-Con Poster or (1) Star Wars Celebration Europe Poster get (1) Star Wars Celebration IV Official poster at half price for $15!

Buy Both (1) Jedi-Con Poster and (1) SW Celebration IV Posters receive (1) Star Wars Celebration Official IV Poster FREE!

Order (3) or More posters Receive (1) Star Wars Celebration Official IV Poster & (1) Star Wars Celebration Europe "SithRocks" AP Free!

 

To Order email Randy Martinez:

Please Subject the Email "Poster Blowout"

randy@randymartinez.net

Star Wars Galaxy 5 Artists Return Sketch Cards For Sale!

They have arrived! It's always such a great relief to get these back! Okay folks, all of these cards are available and ready to go. Just a few heads up notes.


-Denise and I are headed to Germany for 12 days on April 1st. I am going to wrap the silent auction up pretty quick. So be sure to get your offers in quickly. 


-I will not take offers that pay later. If you make an offer, you must be ready to pay the same day you win. 

-I cover shipping to U.S. States


-International Shipping covered by customer. 

- Cards that do not sell before I leave for Germany will be going with me to Germany. 


-Euro fans who are attending Jedi Con. If you win one of these cards you may pick the card up at Jedi-Con (Dusseldorf, GErmany) or Star Wars Fest in Torino Italy, rather than pay for shipping. 


-Due to the amount of PMs I get regarding my returns I ask interested parties to please EMAIL me rather than PM. Private Messages take for ever to log through and I don't want to miss any ones offer or question. my email is: randy@randymartinez.net


- Starting price for all the cards are $250 each. 


-I will take offers through March 21st (unless stated otherwise).


-high bidders will be informed via email if and when their bids have been outbid.


-In the event of matching or near matching bids all respective parties will be contacted.




Thank you so much for all of the great comments and accolades. You are the best! Good Luck everyone!
Randy

Star Wars Galaxy 5 Trading Card TRADE IN Offer!

Hey Star Wars fans!
Galaxy 5 has finally arrived and is starting to hit stores everywhere.
They have already hit the shelves of Hobby stores (Comic Book shops, trading card shops), and soon they will be showing up at places like Target and Walmart.


What is Star Wars Galaxy Series 5?
Topps Trading cards has produced a series of Star Wars Trading cards that are 100% art.
No Photos, or movie stills.
Most of the set is made of of NEW art by today's most popular Star wars artists in the biz, while the other part of teh set is the best of Star Wars art from posters, games, toys, and publications.


Last year (2009) I was honored to have one piece of new art for Star Wars Galaxy Series 4. For Star Wars Galaxy series 5 I was asked to create art for 2 "Base Set" Trading cards and 15 pieces of art for the Foil Chase Card Set.
To top things off, Topps also produced 2 of poster designs from Star Wars Celebration IV. That's a total of 19 cards in the set!
I am very proud of this set and have been patiently waiting to let everyone know!


To Celebrate this great new set I am having a 
STAR WARS GALAXY 5 TRADE IN SPECIAL!!!!
Many of you remember last year, where you could trade in your extra Star Wars Galaxy 4 cards (with my art on it) for discounts on commissions. Well, I'm doing it again for Star Wars Galaxy 5! 
in Short... I want your extras!
And this time you have 64+ cards from the set to trade in. You will have 4 different cards from the base set, and 60 foil chase cards!

I need as many as you can spare.
Each card has a different trade in value. Mix and match your extras for a maximum of 50% OFF ANY ONE Sketch Card Commission!!!
If you have a HUGE amount of extras, we can work out a special deal too.


Here are the cards I did for the set. I'm looking for all of them!

Trade in Key:


Base set cards=5% OFF Silver Foils=10% Off Bronze Foils=15% Off Gold Foils=25% OFF Sketch Cards=50%OFF BUT THERE IS MORE!!! Trade in one of these rare cards for a Special Bonus! Prismatic Foil= 1 Free Full Color Sketch Card OR $150 off any Any Commission! 
These are 1 of 1 Foil Cards. Instead of Silver, Bronze or Gold, these cards reflect a rainbow of colors.
Printing Plate Of any of my Trading Cards(Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Or Black)= 1 Free Full Color Sketch Card OR $150 off any Any Commission! 
These Cards are the actual printing plates that were used to create the trading cards with. There are 4 for each card (Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, and Black).
Randy Martinez:Humpy The Ewok Sketch Card (any of the three)=1 Free Full Color Sketch Card OR $150 off any Any Commission! 
I created 3 very special sketch cards of Humpy the Ewok doing his Michael Jackson dance.

My Full colro Sketch cards usually cost $150 each, so this is a great chance to cash in those extras you don;t need and get some great one of a kind Original art in return!
Just to remind you, if you have a more extras than you can use for trade in, please email and we'll make a special deal for ya!
I will be holding this trade in sale indefinitely, so take advantage!
Please email me at: randy@randymartinez.net
Subject: Galaxy 5 Trade in Offer


Thanks everyone! And May the Force be With you!