MAKING THE TRADE says:
HI DON I GOT YOUR PICTURE OUT OF A STORAGE BUILDING THAT I BID ON.IT IS IN GOOD SHAPE 20X24 LOOKS ARIGINAL,WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT ITS WORTH PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL, IT'S A BEAUTIFUL PICTURE.
Marco says:
I don't think you have the original. I have the "Making The Trade" print in stock and it is priced $40.00 + shipping.

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Indian Chief says:
I bought an original from you (Indian Chief) in 1978 when you lived in El Cajon (I think) You were referred by Don Gabriel International gifts. We love it and have it hanging in our family room. Is there a wab site that can tell us what it is worth now?
Marco says:
Hi Chief, sorry, I would have to see the picture and know the size. My usual N.A. subjects are 18"X24" and priced at$3000.00. Amount of detail also a factor in determining price. Check my gallery for similar and take it from there.

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smiths says:
1988 what so proudly we hail with 2gold coins whats worth
Marco says:
Hi Smiths, as I have said many times,the coins are gold foil. The value is in the print and I know of none for sale. Check the comments page.

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CLAUDIA says:
THERE'S NOT MUCH THAT I CAN SAY..EXCEPT ..WOW!! I JUST GOT YOUR PHOTOS IN AN EMAIL FROM A FRIEND. THE INDIAN ART IS JUST WONDERFUL. MY SON IN LAW IS APACHE AND YOU CAPTURED HIM VERY NICELY. AND THE JOHN WAYNE FROM THE SHOOTIST..OH..MY. HOW I DO LOVE HIM. THANK YOU, FOR THAT!!
Marco says:
Thank you Claudia, I feel rewarded every time I receive comments like yours.

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american eagle says:
i have five of your american eagle painting that my step father gave them to me i have the 1986-1990 with the gold coins in the frame they very nice painting and i will had them down to my kids.
Marco says:
I am glad that you like them. Thanks for the comment.

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Louisa says:
I was in a thrift store last week and found one of works of art entitled "Spring Rescue"...I was so thrilled ....it is soooooo beautiful...I am into country/western/native american anything...especially artwork....I can not find this print mentioned on your site..?...can you inform me when you created it. I am just so enthralled with your work....I am an artist myself...currently caring for my 94 year old mom who has alzheimers...so no time to pursue anything for me....but just gazing at this treasure that I found puts me into a world of serenity and beauty.....thank you so much...you are a true genius....hoping to hear from you, Louisa
Marco says:
Good morning Louisa, sorry for the delay in getting back to you. "Spring Rescue" was done in the early 8o's and it is on page 11 in "available for sale". Glad you like it

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Steve says:
Hi Don, So sorry to here about Alice. Randy told me on Thur and my heart skipped a beat. Thoughts and prayers are with you. I didn't know how to get a hold of you. Give a call when you find the time. Maybe we can do breakfast some time.
Marco says:
Thanks Steve, breakfast? Anytime!

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Elliott says:
Wonderful art. Your Bio notes that you were in Honolulu for a period of time. Do you have pictures of Hawaiian scenes and/or local Hawaiian folks available? Thanks for your time
Marco says:
Hi Elliot, I have one. Grand mother with Grand daughter. Send me your e-mail address and I will send you a small image.

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Yvonne says:
I admire your work since I found your website some months ago. I found Kristina Nelson by accident on internet. I couldn't believe how beautiful work she was creating with crayons. I love crayons and I wanted to try if I could do something as good as her. Her website drove me to yours and I was even more impressed. I try to paint with crayons, but I wrote Tiona to ask a few things about the technique and the right paper. It seems that crayons need a lot of dedication and patience to get really good at it. I have done a few things with them and I love the media. I have a degree in Graphic Design but my biggest dream is to do art for a living and be a professional artist. I love art, makes me happy and fulfilled like nothing else in this world. I stop painting for decades because I was dissapointed on the competitions in my country. You have been an inspiration for me and I'm thankful for it. If you ever think about getting another student I'll be happy to be that person.
Marco says:
Hi Yvonne, I admire your dedication in trying to fulfill your dreams. Kristina is right, dedication is the right word. It takes time and practice, pratice, practice. Time is catching up with me andthere won't be time for another student. Thank you for your interest.

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Leon says:
Hi Don - enjoyed looking at your artwork. A friend sent me your info via an e-mail. INCREDIBLE!!! Qill show my wife who is an aspiring artist. She is from Colombia and has a famous artist in her family. By the way, she was trying to practice drawingwith crayons and said it was difficult because they are "waxy" and smear a lot. I will show her your site. And hints on the smearing? Are your crayola tips always sharpened? Do you draw the pictures first? Thanks - Leon
Marco says:
Hi Leon, have your wife read the "comments" section on my home page. Lots of info there.

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teresa says:
i have also been creating art with crayons. i am in the very early stages of developing techniques. i am curious what you might use if anything, to preserve your art. i use melted crayon and notice cracking. i would like to use a clear gloss. any ideas?
Marco says:
Teresa, crayons are made with pigment and wax. Wax is a by product of oil. Wax is a great preservative. I use that wax forto preserve my work. If you noticed the pictue of the hippo in the gallery section of my web site, it was done when I was in the first grade. 76 years ago. OK? Melting is probably part of your problem.

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Susan says:
WOW! I am very impressed with your art. I can't believe the depth and percision of your work. I am a porcelain artist who appreciates all type of art. This is very special
Marco says:
Thank you Susan, having done a collector plate ,I can also appreciate your talent.

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alexb382 says:
Very nice site! <a href="http://oieapxy.com/tyrvkt/1.html">is it yours too</a>
Marco says:
Thank you ALEX.

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rick says:
i just found three of your drawings and i love your work b/4 i ever researched it. thank you they are great!
Marco says:
Hi Rick and thank you. Drop by anytime. Don......

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roberta wallace says:
Wonderful art . . . all of it. As to the painting of Geronimo, I was in school with one of Gewronimo s fellow tribesmen Chief GrayHorse at Ft Lake School near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Chief GrayHorse was sent to Florida with Geronimo. Later I lived In the mountains where those Indians had roamed. There is an interesting article on internet about Grayhorse.
Marco says:
Hi Roberta, what a great story. I will check the internet for the story on Gray horse. Thank you for sharing. Don..

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bob says:
your pictures are awsome. how big can you make the pictures?
Marco says:
Hi Bob, 24"X36" is the largest I have done. 18" X 24" is average. 11"X 14" about the smallest.

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Double Churches Middle School says:
Your pictures are amazing how long did it take to complete one?
Marco says:
Hi DCMS, depends on size and complexity. Anywhere from 3 days to a month. Thanks for the interest.

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Michael says:
check my responce to Nate, below. Don........

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nate says:
I have a print of the Oh Say Can You See 1986 illustration, it is the investors edition and has the bullion coin depictions i would like to know how much it is worth
Marco says:
Hi Nate, I have"nt the foggyest idea. If you go to the home page of my website, click on FAQ. Scroll to the bottom of the page and the complete story of the eagle edition is there.

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1986 Oh say can you see says:
Sir: Before my mother died, she gave me a print of yours titled, "1986 Oh say can you see" A print with eagles with 2 gold coins framed with it. It says "Double Eagle" signature sieres. Investors edition. What can you tell me about its history. Thanks in advance, Michael Rousseau
Marco says:
Hi Michael, two comments, same subject, minutes apart. same answer. Check my responce to Nate, just below this.

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Jr. Sr. Jr. says:
I want u
Marco says:
Tell me more.

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Little Joe Bob Jr. says:
I love you soo much
Marco says:
AND MORE.....

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Kari says:
Do you remember many years ago meeting a guy named Marty Larsen and he traded you his beaded leather gloves for a picture you drew of John Wayne? Just wondering if you remember that...that was my dad. We still have the picture.
Marco says:
Sorry Kari, too much water over the dam but nice to hear from you. If you have the time, send me a e-mail of the picture, that might joggle my old brain. Don............

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Jeanette says:
Your work is awesome! I would like to buy a print. Is there a way to separate the ones that are for sale from the ones that are not?
Marco says:
Hi Jeanette, I will have the web master check into doing this. Sounds good to me. Thanks, Don...

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Amanda says:
I would love to have pictures of my children done like this. Do you do anything like that for individuals adn if sohow much would you charge for something like that?
Marco says:
Hi Amanda, I do, please e-mail my website address and we can take it from there. Thanks for checking.

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Jill says:
I am wondering if you could do some tiger prints, my husband collects tiger stuff mainly siberian tigers. I would love to see what u come up with! Love your work!!
Marco says:
Hi Jill, thanks for your interest. Havent done any tigers other than helping my student do one. I really dont have time right now,got a big backlog. Maybe in the future.

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David G says:
I love to dabble in art, but I lose momentum periodically. Well every once in a while someone comes along and inspires me to press forward. I have to say, you have done that for me. Is there any way to get a list of colors that you use in your general skin tones for your renderings of Native figures?
Marco says:
Hi David, good to know I got you back to the drawing board. To answer your question. Burnt Orange for base color. From there, look through the box of 64's that will lighten and darken the base. If you have the talent, you can work it out from there. Good luck.

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Tasha says:
Hi Don.... I'm absolutely in love with your work :D You inspired me to dig up my old crayons and start drawing with them. If you would, could you go to my deviantart page and check out my crayon works and tell me what you think of them please? www.freakyartist.deviantart.com They're not as good as yours yet. But I hope to get as good as you soon! Thanks, Tasha Null
Marco says:
Tasha, I'm missing something. I found your web page but no crayon work. Can you e-mail them to me? (just the crayon ones)

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Nancy says:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EELEjeYzfjM I thought you might enjoy this.
Marco says:
Hi Nancy, I have seen it previously. There are musical groups and singers that use "Crayola" in their titles. I guess you might say we are a "colorful bunch of people", Thanks for the heads up.

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Judy says:
could tell me what is the cost of your 1986 to 1988 investors edition I have Oh say you see, By Dawn's early Light and what so proudly we Hail.also have your American Eagle coin Bullion Coin in it very nice framed and mated ..thanks looking forward hearingfrom ...have a wonderful day
Marco says:
Hi Judy, I do not have any of the eagle prints for sale except a special edition print of "By Dawns Early Light" which is signed and numbered (500). In reference to the coins, please check the FAQ page, scroll to the bottom, for more info about them.

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