I’ve been wanting to get a signed movie poster for a while now, and I finally decided to go for it. I did some digging around to find the best way to make it happen.
Finding the Right Poster
First things first, I needed to pick the right poster. I’m a huge fan of classic sci-fi movies, so I started looking for posters from some of my favorites. I scoured a bunch of online marketplaces and auction sites, and finally settled on a vintage “Blade Runner” poster. It was a bit pricey, but I figured it would be worth it to get it signed.
Getting it Signed
Next up, I had to figure out how to get the poster signed. I did a little research and found out that Harrison Ford, who played the main character in “Blade Runner,” was going to be at a comic convention in a few months. This was perfect! I bought a ticket to the convention, and booked a photo op with him. That way, I knew I’d have a chance to meet him and get the poster signed.
Prepping the Poster
Before the convention, I wanted to make sure the poster was in good shape for the signing. I ordered a protective sleeve online to keep it safe during transport. I also practiced how I was going to ask him to sign it a few times. I didn’t want to sound like a total dork when the time came!
The Big Day
Finally, the day of the convention arrived. I was pretty nervous, but also super excited. I packed the poster carefully in my bag, along with a silver Sharpie that I bought specifically for the signing. I got to the convention early and waited in line for what felt like forever. But it was all worth it when I finally got to meet Harrison Ford. I explained that I was a huge fan and asked if he would sign my poster. He was really cool about it and signed it with a personalized message! I was over the moon.
Protecting the Prize
After the signing, I carefully placed the poster back in its protective sleeve. I decided to get it professionally framed to keep it in perfect condition. I found a local framing shop that specialized in movie memorabilia. They did an awesome job, and now the signed poster is hanging proudly on my wall. It’s definitely one of my most prized possessions.
- Picked a vintage “Blade Runner” poster.
- Found out Harrison Ford was attending a comic con.
- Bought a ticket and a photo op.
- Prepped the poster with a protective sleeve.
- Met Harrison Ford and got the poster signed!
- Got the poster professionally framed.
Getting this signed movie poster was quite the adventure. It took some planning and a bit of luck, but it was totally worth it in the end. Now I have a unique piece of movie history that I can cherish forever.
