Sideshow Featured Collector: Matthew Tina

Collector: Matthew Tina

Location: Swampscott, MA

How and when did you start collecting?

I started collecting Sideshow statues about 7 years ago in 2011.  My first statue was the Sideshow Wolverine vs. Sabretooth diorama.  I started collecting comics in Grammar School with the X-Men.

What do you collect? Does your collection have a theme, such as Star Wars Collectibles, Batman, etc.?

My collecting theme is very simple, anything and everything Marvel.  The superhero genre has always infatuated me and Marvel comics have really shaped the person I have become.  The story telling of the X-Men, Spider-Man, Captain America and the entire Marvel Universe is the main reason why I have chose my professions as a Soldier and a Firefighter.

What makes your collection unique?

As the community of collectors continues to grow it is becoming increasingly difficult to have a collection that stands out from the crowd as there are so many beautiful collections, and I love sharing display ideas with my fellow collectors through Social Media.  What continues to make my collection unique is my display of CGC graded comics complimenting each of my statues.

What are your favorite or the most prized pieces in your collection?

My favorite statue in my collection is my Wolverine LSF.  The presence he commands is unrivaled.  Sculpt, paint, and costuming are top notch.

What items are on your wish-list?

I am very happy as to where my collection currently sits but I would love to see a Starlord and Drax PF come up for preorder soon in order to complete the GOTG line.  I would also love to a Cable and other X-Men in 1/4 scale.  Also any other Marvel characters not currently done by sideshow in 1/4 scale would be welcomed as well.