Proper storage for your autograph collection is critical to maintaining your investment and enjoyment in the hobby for years to come. Unfortunately, it’s a step that is often overlooked. Inspired by a reader’s question...
When Chris Brown stepped on stage during Sunday night’s Grammy Awards it was no surprise that hundreds of women screamed. I was disappointed, however, that their calls weren’t for his head but rather to...
I was interviewed for the premier episode of a new autograph-focused podcast called the Indy Autographs Podcast, started by Indianapolis-based collector Brian Herbert. We cover a number of topics related to in person autograph...
June 12, 2010 Boston, Massachusetts “What the fuck you motherfuckas doin’ out here?” A glassy-eyed Charles Barkley slammed the door of an Escalade and headed straight (well, somewhat straight) for us. Another collector had...
Collecting autographs through the mail (TTM) is a great way to grow your collection, especially if you live in an area where in person opportunities are limited. In response to a reader request, I’ve...
On Saturday, January 14, 2012, an officer of the Springfield College Police Department threatened to jail two ticket-holding patrons at the Hoop Hall Classic—an annual high school basketball showcase hosted by the Naismith Memorial...
On January 1, 2011, I had a full-time job, a fledgling blog, and a wife at wit’s end about the amount of time her husband was spending tracking down celebrities during one of the...
April 24, 2010 Boston, Massachusetts The corner of St. James and Dartmouth offers a perfect vantage point of both entrances to the Fairmont Copley Hotel. I’m joined on the sidewalk by several other anxious...
My long-term mission for Autograph University is to develop the most complete educational resource for autograph collectors on the Web. I want to help you improve your autograph collection, meet celebrities and, in turn,...
It’s been an amazing last 12 months at Autograph University. As I look back on our full first year of operation, two things stand out for me. First, the opportunity to share my passion...