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Fakes that Fool the Experts :: Deep Thought Thursday

by Alyson Stanfield on August 19, 2010

If a purported masterpiece fools even the experts, why is it worth less after it’s discovered to be a fake? It’s the same painting as it was the day before. Yet it’s worth millions less on the market. Is it fair?

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They did what with your postcards?!

by Alyson Stanfield on February 6, 2010

You can’t control what people do with the marketing material you hand out, but you can control how you respond when someone does something shocking with your images. Before you assume anything, ask questions and get the facts. Only when you’re armed with answers can you respond appropriately. You’re aiming for a win/win situation.

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Gift certificate wording

by Alyson Stanfield on January 6, 2010

Artist Geri Dunn was stunned when someone purchased a gift certificate of hers at a silent auction and then wanted to either 1) redeem it for cash or 2) commission an original drawing for the amount on the certificate ($150). People really do ask/demand the darndest things! Let’s look at the situation and start with [...]

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