by chimpun on Mon Jan 23, 2017 11:56 am
Welcome and yes it will be addicting!
This site deals mostly about silk screened limited edition prints/posters. Since you are specifically talking about movie posters, I would start by following and joining the email lists for galleries, artists, and outlets that you like. That way, you'll be on top of new releases and other info. Some examples are Mondo, Bottleneck Gallery, Gallery 1988, Nakatomi Inc, and Dark Hall Mansion. This is just what comes to mind right now. As far as artists go, I would click through the website and see what's out there. Or look them up from their gallery offering if they have one. If you find an artist that you like, look them up and follow them on social media or through their websites for sales and such. Most of this stuff is limited edition, so mastering the drop (online sale of said limited poster) is a process unto itself and varies across stores/artists. Timed editions are great for beginning collectors.
Make sure you have something in which to store your prints. Mylar sleeve portfolios are nice and you get to have a neat art book until you frame up your goods. When I first started I had a science fair project folding board and a portfolio carrying case. put some kraft paper or glassine (I think that's what it's called) or something acid-free in between your prints. Don't leave them in the tubes. Keep in mind that many prints are 24x36 and possibly longer depending on the artist. I believe the science fair board is 24x36 so it would fit anything smaller, but I wouldn't put anything that's actually 24x36 in there. You could also get some giant pieces of foam core and put prints between that. Hope this is helpful in getting you started!