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Oy. I know I shouldn’t say anything, but I think that a lot of people here are offended because they let themselves be. What Poems said was not out of line, ESPECIALLY considering the topic being in existence in the first place. It wasn’t meant in offense, so don’t take it as such. That being said, this whole thread was started with EXACTLY that intent in mind–someone’s opinion was expressed, but not just that, it was titled “Seriously?” and suggests that the seller isn’t justified in doing what they’re doing. Those of you with talent can paint a PYO, sometimes with little time or cost. Is it worth $250?? Sure is! If someone is willing to pay $250. How do you justify it? You don’t have to. It’s a luxury item and if someone is willing to spend that much, that’s how much it is worth. To suggest that the blank one isn’t worth the $100 because it’s unpainted is akin to saying that the painted PYO priced at $250 isn’t worth that much because it’s simply a sculpture and some paint. Her point is, they’re both worth what someone is paying for it and not some set value. THAT was the analogy she was making.
Well, this is certainly an entertaining post. The most lively since I’ve become somewhat active. 🙂
I’ve seen UP PYO’s go for more than their sales price on Ebay and I’m fairly certain I’ve seen a Keeper around $100. Obviously, sellers can put whatever asking price they want on their items. Although obviously it would have been justified for the PYO seller to say why she was selling the piece at said price. That said, I don’t think any seller has to justify the whys.
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:spank: ‘s all of you…
All I have to say is I use to think $250 for a PYO was outrageous… That is until I started painting one. 😉sagiaparri wrote:DRAMA! :shout:
:spank: ‘s all of you…
All I have to say is I use to think $250 for a PYO was outrageous… That is until I started painting one. 😉That’s basically all I was saying as well. :yes:
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Dreamscape, Orion, Poison Dart, Fireberry, Spangler + Tigerberry DragonsI was thinking, and I thought I might suggest this. Considering that Jen is going to be gone a day or two, it might be easier on her if we agree to drop the subject. Just to keep things a bit more friendly for when she gets back from what she has to do.
I’ve said what I wanted to say, and I’m not angry at anyone 🙂
Just want to make that clear. *hugs*
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Please visit My Webpage to see my art and PYO's that I've done in the past!ghostndragon wrote:Oy. I know I shouldn’t say anything, but I think that a lot of people here are offended because they let themselves be. What Poems said was not out of line, ESPECIALLY considering the topic being in existence in the first place. It wasn’t meant in offense, so don’t take it as such. That being said, this whole thread was started with EXACTLY that intent in mind–someone’s opinion was expressed, but not just that, it was titled “Seriously?” and suggests that the seller isn’t justified in doing what they’re doing. Those of you with talent can paint a PYO, sometimes with little time or cost. Is it worth $250?? Sure is! If someone is willing to pay $250. How do you justify it? You don’t have to. It’s a luxury item and if someone is willing to spend that much, that’s how much it is worth. To suggest that the blank one isn’t worth the $100 because it’s unpainted is akin to saying that the painted PYO priced at $250 isn’t worth that much because it’s simply a sculpture and some paint. Her point is, they’re both worth what someone is paying for it and not some set value. THAT was the analogy she was making.
That bit in red? *That’s* why I posted an apology.
Jerusha wrote:ghostndragon wrote:Oy. I know I shouldn’t say anything, but I think that a lot of people here are offended because they let themselves be. What Poems said was not out of line, ESPECIALLY considering the topic being in existence in the first place. It wasn’t meant in offense, so don’t take it as such. That being said, this whole thread was started with EXACTLY that intent in mind–someone’s opinion was expressed, but not just that, it was titled “Seriously?” and suggests that the seller isn’t justified in doing what they’re doing. Those of you with talent can paint a PYO, sometimes with little time or cost. Is it worth $250?? Sure is! If someone is willing to pay $250. How do you justify it? You don’t have to. It’s a luxury item and if someone is willing to spend that much, that’s how much it is worth. To suggest that the blank one isn’t worth the $100 because it’s unpainted is akin to saying that the painted PYO priced at $250 isn’t worth that much because it’s simply a sculpture and some paint. Her point is, they’re both worth what someone is paying for it and not some set value. THAT was the analogy she was making.
That bit in red? *That’s* why I posted an apology.
Yes. And I’m sorry I didn’t mention that. 😳
I personally think this whole thread needs to go away. Jen’s not here right now, so lets drop it. :negative:
Is it just me or this seems to be more of a discussion then an angry argument. Just me I guess? :shrug:
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Dreamscape, Orion, Poison Dart, Fireberry, Spangler + Tigerberry Dragonsdrag0nfeathers wrote:Is it just me or this seems to be more of a discussion then an angry argument. Just me I guess? :shrug:
No I agree, it is a discussion. I had another 2 cents to add myself, but then I was thinking of what Jen has just gone through and how more comments might make this into an unpleasant thread for her to handle when she gets back.Thinking of how easy it can be for a discussion, especialy with how strongly some of us feel, can turn angry, so it might be better if we cut things off before it gets to that point through accident.
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