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Mike Shepherd's Discussions

Autographs Behind the Glass

Started this discussion. Last reply by J.Seah Jan 26, 2022. 7 Replies

I thought that it would be interesting to create a discussion that would allow members to share their framed autographs.  I will get things started with my framed Daisy Ridley and Harrison Ford…Continue

Bruce Springsteen’s Forthcoming Letter to You Album

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Shepherd Sep 29, 2020. 5 Replies

Is there any possibility that Bruce Springsteen will be signing copies of his forthcoming Letter to You album?  I have not heard anything, and I am not familiar with what Bruce Springsteen typically…Continue

Dry Mounting Autographed Photos

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Shepherd Jul 24, 2020. 14 Replies

I recently noticed that one of my framed autographed photos is developing waves.  It may be from humidity, although there are other framed items in the room that are not being affected.  It may be…Continue

Marcia Lucas Cancels Private Signing

Started Aug 7, 2019 0 Replies

This is truly sad and unfortunate.  It is sad for the many Star Wars autograph collectors who were looking forward to this once in a lifetime opportunity.  It is also unfortunate that…Continue

 

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Mike Shepherd replied to Eric Keith Longo's discussion New Jackie Gleason Signed but DATED in the Month of the Recording of the First Episode of "The Classic 39"!
"I absolutely love it.  Thanks again."
Feb 20
Mike Shepherd replied to Eric Keith Longo's discussion New Jackie Gleason Signed but DATED in the Month of the Recording of the First Episode of "The Classic 39"!
"Awesome.  Thanks for sharing, Eric."
Feb 20
Mike Shepherd replied to Eric Keith Longo's discussion RIP "TRIXIE NORTON" JOYCE RANDOLPH 1924-2024
"Very nice."
Jan 15
Mike Shepherd replied to Eric Keith Longo's discussion RIP "TRIXIE NORTON" JOYCE RANDOLPH 1924-2024
"My best friend just informed me of the news.  We played Ralph Kramden and Ed Norton in our high school Variety Show together.  I played the part of Ed Norton.  I am truly saddened to have learned this.  Thank you for posting the…"
Jan 14
Mike Shepherd replied to Evo2fast's discussion Harrison Ford auto
"Looks pretty typical to me."
Jan 14
Mike Shepherd replied to the_flowers_are still_standing's discussion Steven Spielberg. Is this good or not?
"I think you can rest easy.  Enjoy your new acquisition."
Jan 13
Mike Shepherd replied to the_flowers_are still_standing's discussion Steven Spielberg. Is this good or not?
"It actually looks pretty typical to me.  My concerns are the appearance of it being slowly drawn and the year."
Jan 13
Mike Shepherd replied to banaguitar's discussion Sylvester Stallone
"Atypical."
Jan 8
Mike Shepherd replied to Bryan's discussion Jack Nicholson?
"It is very difficult to determine baseline and flow."
Jan 5
Mike Shepherd commented on JGreen's blog post Why do we buy autographs?
"I collect autographs because I am interested in history.  Authenticity is crucial."
Jan 4
Mike Shepherd replied to Ryan Sloss's discussion Pacino and de niro?
"I agree with Bertil, although Pacino can be erratic."
Jan 2
Mike Shepherd replied to banaguitar's discussion Is this Clint Eastwood authentic? Thanks for sharing your opinion!
"Atypical."
Jan 2
Mike Shepherd replied to ste72's discussion Real Eddie Van Halen? I need a Quick opinion
"Still looking at this.  There appears to be a stop in the flow of Eddie’s autograph.  That is obviously a concern."
Nov 28, 2023
Mike Shepherd replied to ste72's discussion Real Eddie Van Halen? I need a Quick opinion
"Got it.  That makes sense."
Nov 26, 2023
Mike Shepherd replied to ste72's discussion Real Eddie Van Halen? I need a Quick opinion
"The “E” is definitely atypical."
Nov 26, 2023
Mike Shepherd replied to ste72's discussion Real Eddie Van Halen? I need a Quick opinion
"Yes, the same marker was definitely used.  The autographs do not appear to be signed by the same person.  The baselines and slants are all different.  Also, compare the “A”s and “V”s.  Also different.…"
Nov 26, 2023

About Me

What kind of member are you? (Check as many as apply.)
Collector
What would you like to tell us about yourself, your collecting, or business.
I started collecting when I was very young and I asked Phil Esposito for an autograph. Years later I also received autographs from Tom Seaver, Placido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti. It was in 1997 that I began collecting autographs as a hobby.
What is your level of expertise?
Intermediate Collector
Why do you want to join Autograph Live?
I would like to participate in forum discussions.
Who can we thank for telling you about us?
A member did not invite me to join.
What are your areas of interest?
Sports, History/Politics, Books/Literature, Modern Hollywood and Stage, Classic Hollywood and Stage, Music, SciFi, Horror
Why do you collect?
I collect because I enjoy history.
What is your favorite autograph in your collection?
Alfred Hitchcock is my favorite autograph in my collection.
You can ask anyone living or dead for their autograph. Who would it be?
Edgar Allan Poe

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Thanks, Mike. A number of upgrades are in the works. A graphic on the home page had been needed for years.

Mike Shepherd's Blog

American Autograph Graffiti

Posted on May 29, 2023 at 3:00pm 0 Comments

I recently had an opportunity to meet Mike Edmonds at Star Wars Celebration in London, England.  Mike played Logray the Ewok in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.  I own a Logray animation cel from the Star Wars: Ewoks TV show.  I considered having him autograph it.

I had two concerns about having the animation cel autographed.  My first concern was the fact that the animation cel is original art.  My second concern was that Mike Edmonds was…

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How Far Would You Go? (Part 2)

Posted on April 28, 2023 at 8:22am 4 Comments

I once asked how far an autograph collector would travel to achieve an autograph that they would like to add to their collection.  Our hobby creates great opportunities for us to travel.  Baseball fans are known to travel all over the country for the purpose of visiting ballparks in cities across America.  Why not autograph collectors as well?

My wife and I recently traveled to London, England.  We attended Star Wars Celebration there.  It was amazing.  Palm Sunday at St.…

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Autograph Signing Conditions

Posted on March 24, 2023 at 10:30am 2 Comments

I recently discovered that many celebrities have placed certain conditions on their signing habits.  Bono will not sign sheet music.  Robert Plant will not sign Led Zeppelin memorabilia.  Carl Weathers will not sign action figures.  This recent discovery is disappointing.

Roger Waters is happy to sign sheet music, but he may not…

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Worth the Wait

Posted on February 11, 2023 at 1:00pm 6 Comments

Some time ago, I purchased a Steven Spielberg autograph on a 14x11 photograph that was taken during the making of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.  Harrison Ford was also in the photograph.  I asked Eric F at Skyline Signatures to hold the piece for me, and to work on adding Harrison Ford’s autograph to it as well.

One of my greatest weaknesses is that I am very particular about my autograph collection.  I insisted that Harrison Ford autograph the photograph with a blue…

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