How to Get Elvis Posters

Whether you are interested in bringing the larger-than-life presence of your favorite rock idol into your home or you want to capture a bit of the legendary film career of Elvis Presley, posters are a good way to start your collection of Elvis memorabilia. From original printings to high-quality reproductions, posters depicting the many sides of Elvis can make your walls a tribute to the King.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Poster frames
• Album frames (optional)

Frame Your Memories of Elvis Presley

1. Get your collection started by defining the type of Elvis posters you would like to collect. Many collectors get more satisfaction in focusing their efforts on posters depicting one aspect of Elvis's career. You could load up on movie posters, or search for posters depicting concerts or appearances the King made during his lifetime.

2. Save a little money by purchasing reproduction posters copied from originals. Reproduction posters are easily identifiable, and they are usually priced at a fraction of the cost of a real promotional poster. You can find reproduction posters from popular Elvis movies as well as some that feature iconic images of the King.

3. Get a life-size poster cutout of the King in one of his most-recognized swaggering poses, so you'll never feel like Elvis has left the building. Whether it's Elvis swaying his hips in a gold suit or in his "Jailhouse Rock" get-up, these novelty cutouts will add character to the room where you house the rest of your Elvis memorabilia.

4. Treat your Elvis album covers like posters and have them professionally framed. With the popularity of album collection on the rise, you may even be able to find ready-to-use album frames on the shelves of your local arts-and-crafts store.

5. Hunt for posters of Elvis at an Elvis memorabilia convention or at your local antiques and collectibles mall. You may find esoteric wall hangings of Elvis painted on a black velvet background as well as the classic images of Elvis with which you are most familiar.

6. Bring more dimension to your Elvis poster collection by framing similarly themed collectibles with your posters. A grouping of painted Elvis coins with the poster that served as their inspiration can make an impressive wall display when framed properly.

Tips & Warnings

• Save money on professional framing when you get posters that come in standard frame sizes. You can check out the selection of ready-to-use poster frames at your local craft or frame store before you lay down the cash for your Elvis poster.