OT - Sports Paintings & Illustrations

[ChrisCavalier]

Hello Everyone,

While I know this question doesn't relate to game used memorabilia, I was hoping to get some opinions on another form of sports collectible. I was at the All-Star FanFest yesterday in San Francisco and ran into an exhibitor I met at the SportsFest last month. The company sells sports art and had, among other things, a number of great pieces by Stephen Holland (in fact, the new Holland Pujols piece in particular caught my eye).

I was just wondering what collectors thought of sports art as a collectible (given a number of these pieces are limited editions I am presuming they are considered collectible). Does anyone buy/collect sports art? If not, is the main deterrent cost, space or something else? I see how much money people are willing to spend on a sports cards (in many cases a photo on a piece of cardboard) and was wondering what collectors thought about purchasing sports art.

Thanks in advance for your replies. I am very intrigued by this medium and would love to know what others thought of it.

-Chris

[harpt]

Chris

I have some stuff by Rick Rush (who they call the Norman Rockwell of sports), who I really like alot. The limited edition print, in the case of one of my pieces, is limited to 190. I find this very attractive compared to (for example) many wildlife prints (like Terry Redlin) where the pieces are limited to something like 3,500 prints.

Stephen Holland is a good one though. Very unique looking stuff.

Scott

[gameused]

Chris,

Being a former autograph memorabilia collector I was always interested in 16X20 signed action photos and sports art, a lot of the sports art pieces I see now come unsigned by the athlete and usually signed by the artist only.

I would only be interested if the particular sports art piece was signed by the athlete and signed in a way that it would not detract from the piece, a lot of these younger athletes today have terrible signatures compared to the older signatures like Mickey Mantle, Joe Dimaggio and Ted Williams.

Lewis Watkins did a nice sports art litho of Ted Williams years ago that I could not resist, I still have it in my collection today.

Bobby

[David]

Consider paintings. It takes hundreds of hours to make one and there's very little forgery with modern sports paintings.

[rose14]

I have several pieces in my collection. I have a couple of original pieces by Darryl Vlasak along with a very unique Mickey Mantle piece. This item is 40 x 49 and is made up of neary 2,700 different Topps mico baseball cards. When right up on the item it looks like a bunch of different cards but as you get about 4 feet or further away the famous image of Mickey Mantle and his #7 appear from the backgrounds of the cards. This piece was the first one that this artist did and there were only 7 ever made. I am not sure how the artist did it but it is really cool looking. I know the same artist did a Babe Ruth one and it sold for over $8,000 in the December Lelands auction.

[allstarsplus]

Hello Everyone,

While I know this question doesn't relate to game used memorabilia, I was hoping to get some opinions on another form of sports collectible. I was at the All-Star FanFest yesterday in San Francisco and ran into an exhibitor I met at the SportsFest last month. The company sells sports art and had, among other things, a number of great pieces by Stephen Holland (in fact, the new Holland Pujols piece in particular caught my eye).

I was just wondering what collectors thought of sports art as a collectible (given a number of these pieces are limited editions I am presuming they are considered collectible). Does anyone buy/collect sports art? If not, is the main deterrent cost, space or something else? I see how much money people are willing to spend on a sports cards (in many cases a photo on a piece of cardboard) and was wondering what collectors thought about purchasing sports art.

Thanks in advance for your replies. I am very intrigued by this medium and would love to know what others thought of it.

-Chris Along with my sports memorabilia and game used business, I own a Sports Art company which most members probably didn't know I was involved in because its not game used related so I never mentioned it on the Forum previously. I am glad Chris Cavalier did his Post as this is a great part of collecting.

I got into sports art collecting in the mid-1990's and I hang paintings next to my shadow boxes of my favorite game used pieces so it gives my room a real sports eclectic look. I have quite a few people who buy both game used and sports art items.

We are a direct retailer for Stephen Holland, LeRoy Neiman, Malcolm Farley, Charles Fazzino and others.

Art is so different from person to person that one's treasure may be considered someone else's trash.

Chris, you referred to the Albert Pujols which is one of the pieces we carry and is one of Stephen Holland's least expensive pieces on canvas because it is not signed by Pujols and it retails at $1,650. In contrast, an autographed original Holland of Michael Jordan would be about $25,000.

http://www.allstarsart.com/full/pujols_holland.jpg


I just completed signings with Clinton Portis on some LeRoy Neiman Redskins art and Michael Jordan w/ UDA on Stephen Holland art and Roger Clemens w/ TriStar on LeRoy Neiman 300 win Yankees art.

Andrew
info@AllstarsArt.com

[gatorcollector]

Lance Richbourg is a well-respected sports artist. You can see some of his stuff here: http://www.superstock.co.uk/search/Richbourg

His father (also named Lance Richbourg) was an outfielder for the Boston Braves in the 20's and 30's. He attended the University of Florida and was the first Gator to play professional sports. Lance Jr. also attended UF and I believe is now an art professor at a college in Vermont.

[Ripken]

Some talented guys here:


1) http://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/latest/prints-combine-war-time-history-with-baseball.html

2) http://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/latest/young-artist-brings-baseballs-golden-era-to-life.html

3) http://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/latest/hand-painted-baseballs-a-hit-with-fans-players.html

[aeneas01]

lots of stunning sports art work out there produced by extremely talented artists, past and present - do any of you guys collect these sort of pieces? i would think originals and limited prints would do quite well at action. in fact i would think an exclusive deal with one of these artists would be worth exploring in terms of selling their work through an auction house store or through an actual auction - leroy nieman ain't the only guy out there producing sports masterpieces!

here's a young artist named ron stark who is an incredible talent. his father (bruce stark) was a very well know and accomplished artist who, among many things, was an illustrator for the n.y. daily news for a quarter of a century. here are a few images of ron's spectacular work (oils):


http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y238/aeneas1/02-2.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y238/aeneas1/03-1.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y238/aeneas1/04-1.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y238/aeneas1/06-1.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y238/aeneas1/01-2.jpg


and here's an image of one his father's illustrations:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y238/aeneas1/07-1.jpg


ron's website can be found here:
http://www.ronstarkstudios.com/index.php?pg=about

his father's site can be found here:
http://www.artofbrucestark.com/artist.php

...

[yanks12025]

He has some great art work.

[gatorcollector]

Lance Richbourg Jr. is a very talented baseball artist. His father just happened to be a Florida Gator baseball player and became the first UF athlete to play professional sports in 1921. I couldn't find a website for the artist himself, but here's a link to a site that sells prints of his work.
http://www.art.com/asp/display_artist-asp/_/crid--851/Lance_Richbourg.htm

[allstarsplus]

Not only do I collect sports art, I also am a major dealer in sports art.

You can view over 150 different pieces I own at

www.AllstarsArt.com (http://www.AllstarsArt.com)

[joelsabi]

i like the art work of arod done by steele perez and wouldnt mind owning one; hower the peter max art popart is rather cheezy.

[joelsabi]

anyone know the artist of the bottom portion of the artwork. this artist did a artwork for 2004 for the clemente family but i bought an print of clemente at the nationals back in 1996 so this artist must have used it or maybe both artisit used a photo to get this pose. i would like to buy the original if its out there.


any help would be appreciate. it the part of the artwork where clemente has his hat over his heart. its hat i use as a background when i display my clemente ball.

thanks

[suave1477]

JOELSABI THE ARTIST NAME IS JAMES FIORENTINO

HERE IS HIS WEBSITE

http://www.jamesfiorentino.com/news.php?select=8

[allstarsplus]

There is actually a Sports Art museum in Alabama called The American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA).

Each year they recognize a top "Sports" artist. It is a great eclectic collection so there is something for everyone. Art is so subjective so like joelsabi who finds Peter Max cheesy; however, he likes Dick Perez or perhaps may like another photo realistic artist.

http://www.asama.org/awards/sportArtists/index.html

Also in this next Huggins and Scott auction they have several pages dedicated to sports art. I consigned 5 pieces of art to them since they were doing so much art. Probably some good bargains to be had!

http://www.hugginsandscott.com/cgi-bin/category.pl?mode=b

[joelsabi]

JOELSABI THE ARTIST NAME IS JAMES FIORENTINO

HERE IS HIS WEBSITE

http://www.jamesfiorentino.com/news.php?select=8

thanks suave,

i took that photo from his website. maybe he drew something similar before. that reverential pose is my favorite shot of his.

anyone know if there a famous photo of clemente that served as the inspiration of this artwork?

[Tedw9]

Art is so subjective so like joelsabi who finds Peter Max cheesy; however, he likes Dick Perez or perhaps may like another photo realistic artist.

Very well put when it comes to art. It is very subjective and not everyones taste runs in the same vein. I only have one piece, it was done by an artist out of Denver whos name is Rob Wood. I've always wanted a true piece of art and his was affordable enough so I could have one. His work is along the lines of Peter Max I believe. I would post a pic, but the last time I posted it on a board everyone told me they hated it. But that's ok, I like it. And last month I was able to get it signed by the athlete, so now I really love it.

A few weeks ago, SCD's website had art of some lady from Canada. It was amazing. I saved a pic, here is a copy of it. If I remember correctly this was done with pencil.

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w169/Tedw9/Matty.jpg

[suave1477]

One of my favorite sports artists is Gary Longordo - hes art uses vibrant colors. Click at the bottom of his page to (shop online) and you can see all his sports artwork.
http://longordo.com/gary-LITE.swf

[suave1477]

Another amazinf artist is Stephen Holland- his work is a bit pricey but I think worth it if you have a sports memorabilia room to put one in.

I recommend looking up these pieces he did.

Alex Rodriguez
Babe Ruth
Albert Pujols
Lou Gherig
Nolan Ryan
Michael Jordan
Tiger Woods
Roger Clemens
Sandy Koufax

[allstarsplus]

Another amazinf artist is Stephen Holland- his work is a bit pricey but I think worth it if you have a sports memorabilia room to put one in.

I recommend looking up these pieces he did.

Alex Rodriguez
Babe Ruth
Albert Pujols
Lou Gherig
Nolan Ryan
Michael Jordan
Tiger Woods
Roger Clemens
Sandy Koufax

Suave - Great pieces!!! I have all of those in inventory except the Nolan Ryan. If I can help you out with a GUF discount, let me know!!!

http://www.allstarsart.com/Artist.aspx?artist=holland

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[suave1477]

Andrew unfortunately at those prices I can't do it.

[allstarsplus]

Andrew unfortunately at those prices I can't do it.

That's why there is the GUF discount!!!

[suave1477]

Andrew I am sure even with the discount it is still way out of my range of what I would be willing to pay.

Unless your doing a recession after christmas discount like the department stores up to 90% off lol lol:D

Thanks but I appreciate the offer.

[allstarsplus]

Outside The Lines and Jeremy Schaap on ESPN did a great piece on the impact of the black athlete on society such as Jackie Robinson, Ali, Jesse Owens, Joe Louis, Doug Williams, and others.

As I am watching the show, over Jeremy Schaaps' shoulder is a Stephen Holland painting of Jackie Robinson he did last year.

It was cool to see as we have sold many of those paintings directly to some well known African American athletes and to see this in Rachel Robinson's home was special.

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=3835575


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[chicagoglen]

I do not claim to be an artist but I did paint one sports painting that I hang in my sports room.

Some days I like it and others I don't. I thought about having him sign it.

In case you can't tell I tried to do an abstract Buehrle.

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i255/chicagoglen/PICT0617.jpg

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i255/chicagoglen/PICT0623.jpg

[encinorick]

I suspect most of the so-call art goes to sports bars or hang in the basement of someone's "man-cave."

The Godfather of Sports Art is LeRoy Newman, and most of his pieces, while expensive to many, isn't really conisdered art, but abstract illustrations. Their monetary appreication isn't very much, especially his litho's.

As far as the painting of that White Sox pitcher (what's his name?), nice try, not bad. By the way, do you also do bathrooms and kitchens? :p

[allstarsplus]

I suspect most of the so-call art goes to sports bars or hang in the basement of someone's "man-cave."

The Godfather of Sports Art is LeRoy Newman, and most of his pieces, while expensive to many, isn't really conisdered art, but abstract illustrations. Their monetary appreication isn't very much, especially his litho's.


Glen, very nice!!!

Rick - I like your choice for the Godfather of Sports Art but you botched his name as it is LeRoy Neiman. In 2007, Neiman was named Sports Artist of the Year by The American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA) and the Smithsonian will house a LeRoy Neiman display upon his passing. www.LeRoyNeiman.com (http://www.LeRoyNeiman.com)

Where I disagree with you is on the subject of monetary appreciation. Usually the greatest appreciation is discovering an artist early in his career. In 1978 if you purchased a Willie Mays for $500 you could sell it today for $5,000 to $10,000 in mint condition, but the greatest appreciation is in some of his original works of art. Now contrast that with his Roger Clemens that was released in 2003 for $3,200 and now tainted with Roger's off the field issues and that serigraph is probably 1/2 the original Retail value.

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[both-teams-played-hard]

I suspect most of the so-call art goes to sports bars or hang in the basement of someone's "man-cave."

The Godfather of Sports Art is LeRoy Newman, and most of his pieces, while expensive to many, isn't really conisdered art, but abstract illustrations. Their monetary appreication isn't very much, especially his litho's.

As far as the painting of that White Sox pitcher (what's his name?), nice try, not bad. By the way, do you also do bathrooms and kitchens? :p

Rick
Are you an artiste? You're obviously not a comedian. I like the White Sox painting. Even if you don't, the house-painter crack is weak.
In my humble opinion, Leroy Neiman blows. But, I am not familiar with Leroy Newman.

[GarkoCollector]

Heres a piece of my art. Its just pencil on thick cardstock. Its 11x18. Its also been sprayed to prevent the pencil from smearing. I'd sell it if I got a nice offer. I have one of Patrick Roy too.

http://la.gg/thmb/S1050025.jpg (http://la.gg/v/S1050025.jpg)

[allstarsplus]

Rick
Are you an artiste? You're obviously not a comedian. I like the White Sox painting. Even if you don't, the house-painter crack is weak.
In my humble opinion, Leroy Neiman blows. But, I am not familiar with Leroy Newman.

BTPH - You asked if Rick is an artiste, are you an art critic?

Well BTPH, that's nice (sarcastic) to say that about someone who makes their livelihood as an artist that they "blow". I personally like some of Neiman's work, but art is subjective and some artists find very negative criticism as offensive as it is like judging the beauty of one's spouse. I generally refer to art I don't like as it isn't my style, but to say it "blows" as you say in your humble opinion, I find offensive as I am sure others would too.

Neiman was born in 1921 with no silver spoon in his mouth. In fact, his father abandoned his family when he was young, and he lived in an orphanage back in the time of the great depression until his mother got remarried and took him back. Sure, he did well as he got older but doubtful you can ever erase those scars of such a tough childhood. He never had children and supposedly has no living relatives except his wife and all of his archives and wealth go to charity.

His style of art which has been called impressionistic with bursts of energy is an original style which all critics say was of his own invention. If nothing else, Neiman is an original, and maybe the greatest compliment is all the artists that have come after him that have painted in a similar style. Often imitated, but never duplicated.

[both-teams-played-hard]

BTPH - You asked if Rick is an artiste, are you an art critic?

Well BTPH, that's nice (sarcastic) to say that about someone who makes their livelihood as an artist that they "blow". I personally like some of Neiman's work, but art is subjective and some artists find very negative criticism as offensive as it is like judging the beauty of one's spouse. I generally refer to art I don't like as it isn't my style, but to say it "blows" as you say in your humble opinion, I find offensive as I am sure others would too.


Andrew, I was simply bailing on Rick for comparing the White Sox painting to interior house painting. You would agree that's offensive, right?
Everyone has their own opinion about art and what is considered art. Real sad to hear about Leroy Neiman's troubled past. Neiman's style breaths "late 80s".
I don't know art, but I know what blows.

[Vintagedeputy]

Well, I've been out all day but its always nice to come home and see another good thread turned to crap...

[allstarsplus]

Well, I've been out all day but its always nice to come home and see another good thread turned to crap...

Jim - Unfortunately you are right. Do you remember when your mother would say if you have nothing nice to say then say nothing.

Like you, I don't get some of these people that post on here because I know BTPH is generally a good person so when I give him a chance to soften his criticism he follows it up with the same zinger. I am far from perfect so I will leave it at that.

[Vintagedeputy]

Jim - Unfortunately you are right. Do you remember when your mother would say if you have nothing nice to say then say nothing.



I remember that, as well as getting smacked across the mouth if I spoke inappropriately.

[markize]

Ah yes, the good old days of getting beat by my mom with a wooden spoon, and backhanded by my dad.........

[Fnazxc0114]

i dont know if vernon wells is considered a good artist but he is a cool guy. he goes to a majority of the rangers games here in arlington and has always been very polite when approached.

[eGameUsed]

I have a Vernon Wells original of Craig Biggio and a litho of the Biggio/Bagwell combo. Both are incredible! His airbursh looks like photographs.

[cohibasmoker]

In the early 1970's, there were a series of prints distributed and done by a guy named David Boss. They were pretty cool items because they came already mounted on a antique looking frame and the process used to manufacture the prints made the pieces look like original artwork. Most of the major NFL teams were reproduced and now and again, they show-up on eBay anywhere from $25-$100 bucks.

Jim

flaa1a@comcast.net

[b.heagy]

In the early 1970's, there were a series of prints distributed and done by a guy named David Boss. They were pretty cool items because they came already mounted on a antique looking frame and the process used to manufacture the prints made the pieces look like original artwork. Most of the major NFL teams were reproduced and now and again, they show-up on eBay anywhere from $25-$100 bucks.

Jim

flaa1a@comcast.net


Love those prints ! Got one myself. :D

[encinorick]

Now, now gentlemen, an art critic, like myself, knows he is friendless. It is a thankless job, but necessary. Especially, in the world of sports.

I spoke with Hef just the other day and he and the girls, especially Kendra, love LeRoy's body of work. Pastels add just the kind of grittiness an artist needs for a good football image. I personally like the boxing pictures in pastels, they are so realistic, they almost scare me.

As far as the other comment I made, please excuse my insensitivity. Now if you can paint that what's-his-name Chicago White Sox pitcher in pastels, well, you may have something there.

I'm sure Dave at Mastroauctions would enjoy it very much. :p

[cjw]

I have a Vernon Wells original of Craig Biggio and a litho of the Biggio/Bagwell combo. Both are incredible! His airbursh looks like photographs.

Does anyone have a copy of the Detroit Lions version from this set, or perhaps a link to other team images from the set. Not a Lions fan (who would admit that they were right now?) but may have had one of the these. Would like a Dolphins version if one exists?

Thanks..chris

[cohibasmoker]

Love those prints ! Got one myself. :D

Bill,

Nice pickup. I've never seen a Steelers print before. Very cool.

[frikativ54]

You guys must have original sports artwork. If so, please post pics...I would love to see them. Tell me also who your artist was.

[allstarsplus]

One of the things about posting art work is that a picture doesn't do it justice.

Here is a painting I commissioned of the Washington Nationals titled "Father's Day Walk Off" The artist is Opie Otterstad who does amazing vintage paintings and sports celebration pieces. It measures about 40x30 inches and the picture I took is not great.

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Here are a bunch of my originals on my art website.

http://www.allstarsart.com/Search.aspx?Keyword=original

This is a HR Derby piece on a mini-Homeplate by an artist named Charles Fazzino.

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[xpress34]

Les -

Not sure who the artist is (I can always look on the piece) but the is the Original Oil Painting that Matt Holliday's 2005 Diamond King Card was made from:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Miscellaneous/HollidayArtwork.jpg

And me with Matt the day he signed the matte:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Me%20and/Mewith21.jpg

The Nick Swisher and a few others like this SOLD for over $1,500 each - unsigned!

Now these two aren't 'originals', but one is an Artist's Proof (10 made) and one is a Hobby Proof (500 made)... the Hobby Proof has a BV of $250... so what is the Artist's Proof worth???

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Miscellaneous/RyanVariousAU1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Miscellaneous/RyanVariousAU2.jpg

All the best -

Christopher R Smith (Smitty)

[xpress34]

I should add that the Ryan pieces are signed by the Artist - C Paulsen - and they are the artwork used for the Nolan Ryan 1990 Bowman Art Insert.

:D

[gingi79]

I originally went to college for Art. It's Dale Earnhardt Jr. and I drew it like 6 years ago. Pencil drawing and then painted with oil pastels. Hope you like it.

[LastingsMilledge85]

I originally went to college for Art. It's Dale Earnhardt Jr. and I drew it like 6 years ago. Pencil drawing and then painted with oil pastels. Hope you like it.

I did that same style drawing for my art class, I had to do a superhero and my choices were limited. Can be seen in this picture.
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0006-4.jpg?t=1264038582

[MSpecht]

By Southern California artist Niles Palmer. Original oil painting circa 1971 purchased at the Laguna Beach Arts festival in 1971 or 1972. If I remember correctly, it is Pete Rose sliding into second base avoiding Dave Cash's tag. 18 inches by 24 inches.
Mike Jackitout7@aol.com

[chicagoglen]

I know I posted this somewhere before but what the hell.

This is my own personel attempt at abstract art. (Mark Buehrle)

Oil on Canvas 16" x 20"

By ME!

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i255/chicagoglen/PICT0617.jpg

[rj_lucas]

1) Original painting of Mark McGwire from the 2001 Topps Gallery set, by Bill Purdom.

2) Original watercolor of Joe Jackson, purchased at auction about a dozen years ago. I want to say it's by Rick Rush, but do not remember for certain. Signature is hidden under the mat.

3) Original watercolor study of Mickey Mantle, painted by my wife. Signed by Mickey in 1991. Not only did he not hesitate to sign a piece of original art, but was very complementary. What a great guy.

Rick
rickjlucas@gmail.com

[GarkoCollector]

http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk301/GarkoCollector/GarkoRCSketch.jpg
Garko Rookie Sketch done by a friend of mine (who does this inexpensively by the way)

My artwork:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk301/GarkoCollector/Stuff%20For%20Trade/Payton.jpg

http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk301/GarkoCollector/Stuff%20For%20Trade/Roy.jpg

I have one of Mike Vick I did a few years back but cant find a scan.

[rose14]

Great topic. I just had to show you some paintings done by a friend of mine, Graig Kreindler. I have seen alot of original sports artwork but his talent is second to none. The following pictures really don't do him justice as you should see them in person as the details just pop out. Graig really does alot of research to get every little detail right. I know right now he is booked about two years out but I will be commissioning him to do a piece for me real soon.

The Christy Mathewson is my favorite and blows me away.

[princip]

Here are two favorites of mine. The first(on the right) is by Lon Keller, and it's of Ollie Matson (http://michaelprincip.com/Ollie_Matson.html). Lon Keller was also famous for designing the NY Yankee's top hat logo.
http://www.michaelprincip.com/images/mp_pts2.jpg


Second up is a painting by an artist simply known as Craig. It's of Steve Largent, and was featured on the front cover of a 1982 Gaemday program.
http://www.michaelprincip.com/images/mp_pts1.jpg

[joelsabi]

Great topic. I just had to show you some paintings done by a friend of mine, Graig Kreindler. I have seen alot of original sports artwork but his talent is second to none. The following pictures really don't do him justice as you should see them in person as the details just pop out. Graig really does alot of research to get every little detail right. I know right now he is booked about two years out but I will be commissioning him to do a piece for me real soon.

The Christy Mathewson is my favorite and blows me away.

your friend does really nice work. do you have an idea what he would charge? please email me.

[shoremen44]

Hack Wilson - Chicago Cub slugger - Original painting by Arthur K. Miller 30x35”. Oil on board... AMAZING details

and my Mickey Vernon H&B ad... I love these and would love to get ahold of the rest

[allstarsplus]

Great topic. I just had to show you some paintings done by a friend of mine, Graig Kreindler. I have seen alot of original sports artwork but his talent is second to none. The following pictures really don't do him justice as you should see them in person as the details just pop out. Graig really does alot of research to get every little detail right. I know right now he is booked about two years out but I will be commissioning him to do a piece for me real soon.

The Christy Mathewson is my favorite and blows me away.

Your friend has recaptured some great moments. Some real talent there. Have him send me some information at info@AllstarsArt.com

[frikativ54]

One of the things about posting art work is that a picture doesn't do it justice.

Here is a painting I commissioned of the Washington Nationals titled "Father's Day Walk Off" The artist is Opie Otterstad who does amazing vintage paintings and sports celebration pieces. It measures about 40x30 inches and the picture I took is not great.

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Here are a bunch of my originals on my art website.

http://www.allstarsart.com/Search.aspx?Keyword=original

This is a HR Derby piece on a mini-Homeplate by an artist named Charles Fazzino.

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That walk-off photo is pretty awesome. Do you have the guy's contact information? I would be interested in a much smaller piece.

-Leslie

[allstarsplus]

That walk-off photo is pretty awesome. Do you have the guy's contact information? I would be interested in a much smaller piece.

-Leslie

Les - Funny coincidence. I forgot that Opie lives in Houston and has painted Jeff Bagwell many times.

http://www.opieart.com/baseball_bigg_bags_cammy.html

Here is his website: www.OpieArt.com (http://www.OpieArt.com)

Opie has been the official artist of the World Series celebrations for several years now too.

[joelsabi]

this one is different.

http://www.opieart.com/cocogreen.html

The most progressive painting from the World Series works was entitled Inside the Green Monster. It is a bolt-for-bolt replica of an inside panel of the Green Monster. From the front you peer in a lighted slot, just like the scorekeepers do a Fenway Park. In that slot is a painting from that viewpoint of a Red Sox night game versus the Yankees. The entire piece is lit from the inside. CoCo Crisp, the speedy centerfielder and World of Warcraft fanatic, loved the piece and purchased for his Los Angeles home. Interviews with a number of Boston media ensued including NESN during the broadcast of the game.

[suave1477]

This is one of my favorite art pieces I do not own it YET. But I have been seriously debating over it lol.


http://www.kingofsports.net/images/Arod_Yankees.jpg

[Birdbats]

I guess this counts as original art, right? It's the cartoon that appeared on the back of Carlton Fisk's 1973 Topps card.

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w232/birdbats/Fisk1973Art.jpg

[frikativ54]

Les - Funny coincidence. I forgot that Opie lives in Houston and has painted Jeff Bagwell many times.

http://www.opieart.com/baseball_bigg_bags_cammy.html

Here is his website: www.OpieArt.com (http://www.OpieArt.com)

Opie has been the official artist of the World Series celebrations for several years now too.

Looks like Bagwell is among his patrons. Don't know if I like the one of Bags, Biggio, and Cammy. The Caminiti part is great, but not necessarily sure if I like the Bagwell portion.

Just in the information-gathering stage right now. So - thank you very much for the details about Opie.

-Frik

[frikativ54]

Looks like Bagwell is among his patrons. Don't know if I like the one of Bags, Biggio, and Cammy. The Caminiti part is great, but not necessarily sure if I like the Bagwell portion.

Just in the information-gathering stage right now. So - thank you very much for the details about Opie.

-Frik

But do you know what his prices tend to be for 16 x 20 and smaller? He may be way out of my range.

[joelsabi]

what are a Giclee? is it a painting or a poster or what?

[momen55]

darryl vlasak, #4/10, signed by him and roberto clemente jr.
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kang mu, #21/100, signed by mu and later i had vera sign it
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angelo marino from 94
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[TNTtoys]

what are a Giclee? is it a painting or a poster or what?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giclee

Generally, you see these as digital reprints of original artwork, pressed onto canvas. They appear as painting without actually being one.

My 1986 Mets piece that I posted on a pickups thread is an example of a Giclee:

[joelsabi]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giclee

Generally, you see these as digital reprints of original artwork, pressed onto canvas. They appear as painting without actually being one.

My 1986 Mets piece that I posted on a pickups thread is an example of a Giclee:

thanks.

i own a couple of lithographs. are these reprints too? what is the next best thing next to an original art work? what kind of reprints is considered to be collectible?

[Gkreindler]

Thanks for pimping me and my work out, Todd!! If anyone wants anymore information on me or my artwork, feel free to PM me, or check out my website at http://www.graigkreindler.com.

Joel, in regards to having the second best thing next to an original, a really high end archival giclee is a good bet. If done correctly and professionally, these are made with sprayed archival inks onto acid-free surfaces (watercolor paper, canvas, etc.), and if properly treated and displayed should last at least 75 years. When buying any of these, one should certainly do their homework and get as much information from the artist or dealer as possible.

In terms of collectibility, I guess it all depends on what you're looking at. There's always interest in lithos and giclees that are autographed by the artists and/or players, though from what I've seen in the auction circles, they don't necessarily garner a heck of a lot of money unless they're attached to a name like Leroy Neiman (or a deceased player).

To be perfectly honest, if you're mostly interested in an investment (and a long-term one at that), originals are the way to go. In the end, the hobby won't be the place to reap the benefits of that kind of purchase, as the art piece will undoubtedly be more about the player than the artist. And, in that forum, it's hard to have artwork compete with game-used equipment and the like in terms of price. However, in the art buying world, it becomes more about the artist than the player. And believe me, those pieces can rise in price to some of the most hallowed Ruth and Gehrig gamers out there.

In the end, I think if you're interested in art, it always helps to just figure out what you like aesthetically - what hits you on a gut level. That ALWAYS makes the investment worth it.

Graig

[TNTtoys]

thanks.

i own a couple of lithographs. are these reprints too? what is the next best thing next to an original art work? what kind of reprints is considered to be collectible?

Unfortunately my knowledge in this area is extremely limited. I didn't want to ignore your question but I just don't have a good answer for you. There are a number of collectors & dealers here who should be able to chime in.

[karamaxjoe]

Thanks for pimping me and my work out, Todd!! If anyone wants anymore information on me or my artwork, feel free to PM me, or check out my website at http://www.graigkreindler.com.

Joel, in regards to having the second best thing next to an original, a really high end archival giclee is a good bet. If done correctly and professionally, these are made with sprayed archival inks onto acid-free surfaces (watercolor paper, canvas, etc.), and if properly treated and displayed should last at least 75 years. When buying any of these, one should certainly do their homework and get as much information from the artist or dealer as possible.

In terms of collectibility, I guess it all depends on what you're looking at. There's always interest in lithos and giclees that are autographed by the artists and/or players, though from what I've seen in the auction circles, they don't necessarily garner a heck of a lot of money unless they're attached to a name like Leroy Neiman (or a deceased player).

To be perfectly honest, if you're mostly interested in an investment (and a long-term one at that), originals are the way to go. In the end, the hobby won't be the place to reap the benefits of that kind of purchase, as the art piece will undoubtedly be more about the player than the artist. And, in that forum, it's hard to have artwork compete with game-used equipment and the like in terms of price. However, in the art buying world, it becomes more about the artist than the player. And believe me, those pieces can rise in price to some of the most hallowed Ruth and Gehrig gamers out there.

In the end, I think if you're interested in art, it always helps to just figure out what you like aesthetically - what hits you on a gut level. That ALWAYS makes the investment worth it.

Graig


Graig,
I've always admired your paintings on the net54 website. One day when I'm a rich man;), I'm going to ask for this photo of Joe Jackson to be painted. I bet this would come out great with that steely stare from Shoeless Joe.

[joelsabi]

Thanks for pimping me and my work out, Todd!! If anyone wants anymore information on me or my artwork, feel free to PM me, or check out my website at http://www.graigkreindler.com.

Joel, in regards to having the second best thing next to an original, a really high end archival giclee is a good bet. If done correctly and professionally, these are made with sprayed archival inks onto acid-free surfaces (watercolor paper, canvas, etc.), and if properly treated and displayed should last at least 75 years. When buying any of these, one should certainly do their homework and get as much information from the artist or dealer as possible.

In terms of collectibility, I guess it all depends on what you're looking at. There's always interest in lithos and giclees that are autographed by the artists and/or players, though from what I've seen in the auction circles, they don't necessarily garner a heck of a lot of money unless they're attached to a name like Leroy Neiman (or a deceased player).

To be perfectly honest, if you're mostly interested in an investment (and a long-term one at that), originals are the way to go. In the end, the hobby won't be the place to reap the benefits of that kind of purchase, as the art piece will undoubtedly be more about the player than the artist. And, in that forum, it's hard to have artwork compete with game-used equipment and the like in terms of price. However, in the art buying world, it becomes more about the artist than the player. And believe me, those pieces can rise in price to some of the most hallowed Ruth and Gehrig gamers out there.

In the end, I think if you're interested in art, it always helps to just figure out what you like aesthetically - what hits you on a gut level. That ALWAYS makes the investment worth it.

Graig

Graig,

thanks for the breakdown, it would be cool to get something commissioned by you if it is affordable. you do great work.

Regards

Joel

[joelsabi]

Unfortunately my knowledge in this area is extremely limited. I didn't want to ignore your question but I just don't have a good answer for you. There are a number of collectors & dealers here who should be able to chime in.

not a problem.

graig had a great response. i think it whatever is aesthetically pleasing to me that counts.

[Gkreindler]

Thanks for the compliments, guys!

Karamaxjoe, that shot of Shoeless is absolutely timeless. I tell ya, he had a gaze like no other. It's certainly on my long list of stuff to do...

Joel, I hope that my post wasn't too much of a diatribe. If you decide that you would ever like to set something up, feel free to contact me!

Graig

[barry-debi]

Cool Thread, Joe Jackson by Arthur Miller.

[suave1477]

I own this one it's a lithograph on canvas I believe it's something like 36 x 24 numbered #1 / 18 - I also own the same lithograph on acid free paper a misprint. The canvas one I have autographed by Straw)

http://02b6c7b.netsolstores.com/ProductImages/Strawberry%2016x20.jpg (http://02b6c7b.netsolstores.com/ProductImages/Strawberry%2016x20.jpg)

[suave1477]

The difference between a Giclee and Lithograph.

Giclee is usually a reproduction of an original through a very expensive ink jet printing process.

Lithorgraph is usually a reproduction of the original through a plate process.

Usually now there will be a limited amount made in either case just like the baseball cards for example 1 - 100 / 1 - 20 / 1- 500.
When these limited numbers are made they are usually a slight variation the artist himself will do, which he might make limited numbers of - Example - they usually touch up each Giclee/Lithograph by painting them by hand - they may add an extra color in and numbr them.

[frikativ54]

I own this one it's a lithograph on canvas I believe it's something like 36 x 24 numbered #1 / 18 - I also own the same lithograph on acid free paper a misprint. The canvas one I have autographed by Straw)

http://02b6c7b.netsolstores.com/ProductImages/Strawberry%2016x20.jpg (http://02b6c7b.netsolstores.com/ProductImages/Strawberry%2016x20.jpg)

That's really neat. Who was the artist? I would be interested in contacting him/her.

[Jays1fan]

I have these 1/1 Topps & Stadium Club Vernon Wells "Sketch Cards"
http://www.jays1fan.com/wells1art.jpg
http://www.jays1fan.com/wells2art.jpg

[suave1477]

That's really neat. Who was the artist? I would be interested in contacting him/her.


Hello Frik,

His name is Gary Longordo he is a famous sports artist. He does work for Movies, Presidents, MLB, newspapers etc......

You can go to his website he has some of the most beautiful pieces of sports art. Click on the Baseball link those are my faves.

http://www.longordo.net/

[frikativ54]

Hello Frik,

His name is Gary Longordo he is a famous sports artist. He does work for Movies, Presidents, MLB, newspapers etc......

You can go to his website he has some of the most beautiful pieces of sports art. Click on the Baseball link those are my faves.

http://www.longordo.net/

Thanks so much for the link. I wrote him, and I am waiting to hear back from him. His work is so good that I can't stop looking at it. Do you know how much his originals go for? I probably couldn't afford more than a 16 x 20.

[suave1477]

I will be honest I do not know the exact dollars but I happened to be in his presence when I think someone was interested in a Marino or Farve Original painting and I think it was in the 1k or 2k range but I could be wrong I am just trying to go off memory from about a year and a half ago.

I will be honest if your looking for that original quality texture - His Lithographs on canvas are great they are just like the real thing.

[frikativ54]

I will be honest I do not know the exact dollars but I happened to be in his presence when I think someone was interested in a Marino or Farve Original painting and I think it was in the 1k or 2k range but I could be wrong I am just trying to go off memory from about a year and a half ago.

I will be honest if your looking for that original quality texture - His Lithographs on canvas are great they are just like the real thing.

Thanks for his honesty. I could probably do in the 1k range, but I don't imagine being able to afford much more than that. We'll see.

[suave1477]

I personally recomend these 3 sports artists they have some amazing work.



Stephen Holland http://www.stephen-holland.net/

Gary Longordo http://www.longordo.net/

King of sports productions http://www.kingofsports.net/gallery.html

[frikativ54]

I personally recomend these 3 sports artists they have some amazing work.



Stephen Holland http://www.stephen-holland.net/

Gary Longordo http://www.longordo.net/

King of sports productions http://www.kingofsports.net/gallery.html

Thanks for all your help. It's great to know what's out there, so I can make the best decision about which artist to use. I am still blown away by Longordo's work, and am waiting for a price quote.

[allstarsplus]

I personally recomend these 3 sports artists they have some amazing work.



Stephen Holland http://www.stephen-holland.net/

Gary Longordo http://www.longordo.net/

King of sports productions http://www.kingofsports.net/gallery.html

I rep for Stephen Holland. He is an amazing artist and a more amazing person. We talk often, and share our love of sports.

At one point, Muhammad Ali's wife chose Stephen Holland as the artist she wanted to paint a series of paintings.

Plus in the last 3 years Stephen has been chosen by the Los Angeles Dodgers and Colorado Avalanche and a few other teams to be paint for their teams.

Stephen has done with Upper Deck in the past 10 years Kobe, Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods. Recently Stephen did an Albert Pujols.

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[frikativ54]

I rep for Stephen Holland. He is an amazing artist and a more amazing person. We talk often, and share our love of sports.

What do you mean, you "rep" for Stephen Holland? Are you a liaison of sorts? Do you work in the art business? I would be curious to know.

[joelsabi]

What do you mean, you "rep" for Stephen Holland? Are you a liaison of sorts? Do you work in the art business? I would be curious to know.

Andrew does sport art as part of his business and Holland is one of his offerings.
http://www.allstarsart.com/ There is nothing to read into the word "rep". Am I missing something?

[allstarsplus]

Andrew does sport art as part of his business and Holland is one of his offerings.
http://www.allstarsart.com/ There is nothing to read into the word "rep". Am I missing something?

Joel - Thank you thank you thank you for that excellent Post.

We are an authorized representative art gallery and dealers for many artists of which Stephen Holland is one of them along with LeRoy Neiman, Charles Fazzino, Malcolm Farley, Opie Otterstad, Thomas Kinkade and many more.

Further we have produced some of our own exclusive editions. Art gives me the freedom I can't do with game used.

We have planned for the next 4 months 2 new exclusive offerings so when they are done I will Post back here.

It is very time consuming and many steps and hurdles to get an art project done with an athlete. League/team approval. Player approval. Player's association approval. Agent approval. Artists to choose for the project.

We are currently working on our first hockey edition now. It is quite the educational process as it is much different than NFL, NBA, and MLB.

This was a good thread. I really liked Graig Kreindler's art and emailed him and was surprised I didn't get a response from him.

By the way, I believe we have the largest inventory of Sports Art in the country. We had at one time a big wholesale operation until the economy tanked so we are back to doing strictly Retail until other opportunities come up.

[xpress34]

We are an authorized representative art gallery and dealers for many artists of which Stephen Holland is one of them along with LeRoy Neiman, Charles Fazzino, Malcolm Farley, Opie Otterstad, Thomas Kinkade and many more.

Andrew -

Malcolm lives here in the Denver area - I did his phone upgrade for Comcast about 2 1/2 years ago and got to chat with him quite extensively about his art and the process by which he creates it.

For those who aren't familiar with Malcolm, his art invokes a very LeRoy Neiman feel... also, he does LIVE art - meaning he has been invited to many Superbowls, World Series, All Star Games, Awards shows, etc and he paints LIVE as the event is unfolding in front of him.

My brother is an artist in Tucson, AZ (no sports art - sorry guys - he mostly does commercial art and graphics for advertising now) and when I told Malcolm that, he let me hang out for a few minutes to watch him work on a commissioned piece he was working on.

All the best -

Chris

[allstarsplus]

Andrew -

Malcolm lives here in the Denver area - I did his phone upgrade for Comcast about 2 1/2 years ago and got to chat with him quite extensively about his art and the process by which he creates it.

For those who aren't familiar with Malcolm, his art invokes a very LeRoy Neiman feel... also, he does LIVE art - meaning he has been invited to many Superbowls, World Series, All Star Games, Awards shows, etc and he paints LIVE as the event is unfolding in front of him.

My brother is an artist in Tucson, AZ (no sports art - sorry guys - he mostly does commercial art and graphics for advertising now) and when I told Malcolm that, he let me hang out for a few minutes to watch him work on a commissioned piece he was working on.

All the best -

Chris

Yep, actually spoke to Malcolm's friend a few days ago as Malcolm travels a lot to his home in Mexico now.

Malcolm did an amazing art show years ago for the Mastercard Greatest Moments in Baseball.

He is great to watch painting live as I have seen him do a few times.

[eGameUsed]

I have a couple of Longordo's, including one of Brooks Robinson, one of my favorite players of all-time.

I also enjoy Vernon Wells (father of Vernon Wells III). I have an original Bagwell airbrush from the mid-1990s. I also have a print of the Bagwell/Biggio combo.

Thanks,

[eGameUsed]

Forgot to mention. I helped out with an auction for a Lutheran church event known as Front Row with Craig Biggio in early 2007. I was invited on short notice and was given a ticket for the dinner and auction. My wife couldn't go because of the single ticket. Well, Opie Otterstad happened to also be there with a new Craig Biggio release, one of which was being auctioned. Opie was also by himself and we ended up sitting next to each other at the "singled" table off to the side. He was freaking hilarious to be around! I couldn't even tell you what Biggio said during his on stage interview/discussion. Of course he was wearing his famous green hat and jacket. Opie did an awesome piece after Craig's 3000th Hit that has a face of each 3000th Hit member. One of the best! I am still searching for even a print!

[allstarsplus]

Forgot to mention. I helped out with an auction for a Lutheran church event known as Front Row with Craig Biggio in early 2007. I was invited on short notice and was given a ticket for the dinner and auction. My wife couldn't go because of the single ticket. Well, Opie Otterstad happened to also be there with a new Craig Biggio release, one of which was being auctioned. Opie was also by himself and we ended up sitting next to each other at the "singled" table off to the side. He was freaking hilarious to be around! I couldn't even tell you what Biggio said during his on stage interview/discussion. Of course he was wearing his famous green hat and jacket. Opie did an awesome piece after Craig's 3000th Hit that has a face of each 3000th Hit member. One of the best! I am still searching for even a print!

I had to Post this pic of Opie. He loves wearing cool hats and really looks like an artist!

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[GoTigers]

It's been a very long time since I've tried to paint anything, but I busted this out over the weekend. After seeing this thread, I figured I'd give it a shot.

[GarkoCollector]

Drawing of Ryan Garko's Bowman Heritage RC
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk301/GarkoCollector/Photos/GarkoRCSketch.jpg

[jetersbatboy]

I just got my first piece of sports art, its a hand painted Jeter signed baseball done by Charles Fazzino. This is a one of kind original baseball. With the help of a great forum, I was able to get this done.(He can chime in if he wants to.) A great big thanks to him!!! Steiner offered baseballs similar to this a few years back, but those where done in a limited addition and all had the same design. this baseball has its own unique design. The LOA also stats one of a kind, in the description. The are painted with cheers for Jeter and also have his achievements painted threw out, such as 2000 WS MVP, 96 ROY, 11xAS, and 5xWS champ. I'm very happy to have this!!!!!:D

[joelsabi]

I just got my first piece of sports art, its a hand painted Jeter signed baseball done by Charles Fazzino. This is a one of kind original baseball. With the help of a great forum, I was able to get this done.(He can chime in if he wants to.) A great big thanks to him!!! Steiner offered baseballs similar to this a few years back, but those where done in a limited addition and all had the same design. this baseball has its own unique design. The LOA also stats one of a kind, in the description. The are painted with cheers for Jeter and also have his achievements painted threw out, such as 2000 WS MVP, 96 ROY, 11xAS, and 5xWS champ. I'm very happy to have this!!!!!:D

nice piece. so did you contribute to the ideas on the baseball or did you let Fazzino just do his thing. how much do these cost, if you do not mind me asking. I may want to get something done similar.

[xpress34]

I've shown off my Matt Holliday 8" x 10" Original Oil painting that was used to make his 2005 DonRuss Diamond King card before... here are my latest pick-ups...

From the 2010 Topps National Chicle Set and directly from the Topps Vault:

Troy Tulowitzki Base Card Original Art:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/TulowitzkiOriginalArt.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/TulowitzkiArtCOA-ToppsVault.jpg


Eric Young Jr Base Card Original Art:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungBaseOriginalArt.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungBaseArtCOA-ToppsVault.jpg


Eric Young Jr SP Card Original Art:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungSPOriginalArtFront.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungSPOriginalArtRear.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungSPArtCOA-ToppsVault.jpg

Hope you enjoy!

- Chris

P.S. - That Jeter Ball is pretty awesome!

[jetersbatboy]

nice piece. so did you contribute to the ideas on the baseball or did you let Fazzino just do his thing. how much do these cost, if you do not mind me asking. I may want to get something done similar.

Joel and Chris, thanks for the kind words.

Joel to answer your question, pretty much Mr Fazzino did his thing. As for a price, I rather not say, as the price I got was due to circumstances. But I must say it was a very fair price.

[AbsolonMoreau]

Just found this thread! I am a sports artist, I do oil paintings normal size is 16x20" for usually around $300-400 for the original artwork. I am in the process of making a nice Stamkos, first making it on photoshop to see what it looks like, going to be 36x48". Here is my site to see my work: moreauart.com, yes I know I need to get a new site.

[allstarsplus]

I just got my first piece of sports art, its a hand painted Jeter signed baseball done by Charles Fazzino. This is a one of kind original baseball. With the help of a great forum, I was able to get this done.(He can chime in if he wants to.) A great big thanks to him!!! Steiner offered baseballs similar to this a few years back, but those where done in a limited addition and all had the same design. this baseball has its own unique design. The LOA also stats one of a kind, in the description. The are painted with cheers for Jeter and also have his achievements painted threw out, such as 2000 WS MVP, 96 ROY, 11xAS, and 5xWS champ. I'm very happy to have this!!!!!:D

I just saw this post! Thanks for the kind words and it looks great!!!!!! I am thinking of sending in some more balls to Charles to get done as this turned out amazing!

[eisenreich8]

Way overdue on this one....here are a lithograph of the original artwork I got on eBay years ago called "Pride of the Phillies" which I had Jim Eisenreich sign on 8/14/04 at the HoF in Cooperstown, and then was fortunate enough to obtain the original oil painting by Dick Perez.

[Gkreindler]

Hey guys,

Thought I'd start this bad-boy up again, as I just got a few of paintings back from the photographers.

The majority of the portraits are on the smaller side, as I've been working a lot on them when I take breaks from the large canvases. I guess because they're a little less involved, they find themselves completed a bit quicker.

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/JUNE20103225.jpg
Mickey Mantle, 9/16/51, 30"x70"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Ty_Cobb_1908_April_14.jpg
Ty Cobb, 4/14/08, 40"x62"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Frank_Home_Run_Baker_1913.jpg
Home Run Baker, 1913, 11"x14"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1927_Portrait.jpg
Lou Gehrig, 1927, 9"x12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Jimmie_Foxx_1933_Portrait-1.jpg
Jimmie Foxx, 1933, 9"x12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Joe_DiMaggio_1936_Portrait.jpg
Joe DiMaggio, 1936, 9"x12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Bob_Feller_1937_Portrait-1.jpg
Bob Feller, 1937, 9"x12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1927_Portrait_Overcast.jpg
Lou Gehrig, 1927, 9"x12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Dodgers.jpg
Jackie Robinson, 7/2/50, 22"x30"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Honus_Wagner_1909_Portrait.jpg
Honus Wagner, 1909, 11"x14"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Charlie_Gehringer_1925_Portrait_Conlon.jpg
Charlie Gehringer, 1925, 9"x12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lefty_Grove_1925_Conlon.jpg
Lefty Grove, 1925, 11"x14"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Darryl_Strawberry_1987.jpg
Darryl Strawberry, 1987, 11"x14"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1922_Walking_Thompson.jpg
Babe Ruth, 1922, 28"x36"

I have about five more that need to be photographed in the next week too, so I'll post those when they come back into the studio. Also, I have a ton of in-progress stuff that I can post if anyone's interested.

And if not, that's cool too.

Hope y'all enjoy!

Graig
http://www.graigkreindler.com

PS: Also, if you're on Facebook want to follow me to keep up to date with what's on the ol' easel, check me out http://www.facebook.com/GraigKreindler.

[DJaeger22]

those are some awesome paintings, especially like the joe d. and ty cobb ones...they all look awesome

[Gkreindler]

Thanks a lot, Danny - I appreciate the kind words!

Graig

[godwulf]

Graig....

Beautiful work!

Do you ever do any "modern" Baseball scenes? Here's one of my favorite images, which I think would make a great painting. It's the Team U.S.A. team that beat the Cubans in the final game of the Olympic Qualifying Tournament, in Havana, 9/5/2006.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8dc31b3127ccec300ca81bd2f00000010O02EbsmzVu0ZA9 vPhw/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

[frikativ54]

I've shown off my Matt Holliday 8" x 10" Original Oil painting that was used to make his 2005 DonRuss Diamond King card before... here are my latest pick-ups...

From the 2010 Topps National Chicle Set and directly from the Topps Vault:

Troy Tulowitzki Base Card Original Art:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/TulowitzkiOriginalArt.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/TulowitzkiArtCOA-ToppsVault.jpg


Eric Young Jr Base Card Original Art:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungBaseOriginalArt.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungBaseArtCOA-ToppsVault.jpg


Eric Young Jr SP Card Original Art:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungSPOriginalArtFront.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungSPOriginalArtRear.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/xpress34/Memorabilia/Artwork%20and%20Posters/YoungSPArtCOA-ToppsVault.jpg

Hope you enjoy!

- Chris

P.S. - That Jeter Ball is pretty awesome!

Those are just awesome. Congrats on the pickups.

[DonFan23]

Graig,

You just keep getting better and better, if that's even possible at this point. Best wishes for a great 2011.

R.J.

[Gkreindler]

Thanks so much for the kind words, RJ - the same to you and yours!

Godwulf, I definitely do more modern stuff, though the majority of the commissions I get are for stuff from the golden era. I am trying very much to make some more modern ones for myself though, if only to have a more well balanced portfolio. The Olympic shot would make a wonderful addition to that idea.

For now, I am certainly trying to get more with the latter part of the century. I have a painting of the 1976 Reds that I'm working on as we speak...type...you know what I mean.

Thanks again!

Graig

[gingi79]

Graig,

I've been an artist for a dozen years or so. Looking at your work, I am simply amazed at the way you capture their Chi. There is such emotion and feeling in their expressions. I am in awe.

I can't afford your talent money wise but thanks for sharing it with the rest of us

Matt

[jppopma]

Graig,

Amazing paintings! I'm not an artist, so maybe its the "chi" Gingi is talking about....but the paintings have more feeling and detail to them than photographs. Great work and keep sharing.

John

[kudu]

Anyone heard of LaVern Brock? Does some pretty cool stuff with baseball cards:

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[godwulf]

Hey, not even in the same league as Graig's paintings, of course, but...Topps auctioned off this original artwork (signed by Gonzo) several years ago, and I was the winning bidder. It was later featured in an SI article on 'odd collectibles".

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8dd29b3127ccec3c51003dd6500000010O02EbsmzVu0ZA9 vPhw/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

[Gkreindler]

Whoa, thanks for all of the really kind words, guys - I sincerely appreciate them all. I'm just supremely grateful that y'all have any positive response to it all, as it's still so weird for me to put it all out there. I guess that's the insecure artist talking...and man, he can be loud.

Graig

[Dach0sen0ne]

Stellar work! I love the Strawberry, it looks almost real.

[Gkreindler]

Thanks a bunch, Dach0sen0ne! I'm glad you dig the work!

[godwulf]

Every time I look at "Ty Cobb, 4/14/08", I could swear that I see Cobb and the umpire actually moving. Cobb is almost vibrating with the tension of being about to swing, and the umpire's body is tensed and just about to take a small step forward. Incredible!

[Gkreindler]

Thank you so much, godwulf - that's quite the compliment!!! One of the main things I really strive for is creating a believable space and atmosphere with light and color, but an image having motion and fluidity is definitely a close second. I'm really glad you think it works!

Graig

[Gkreindler]

Hey all,

Just got these back from the photographers, too:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/MoeBerg1935.jpg
Moe Berg, 1935

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/EdKranepool1963.jpg
Ed Kranepool, 1963

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/EddieCollins1909.jpg
Eddie Collins, 1909

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/MickeyMantle1956.jpg
Mickey Mantle, 1956

A motley crew/crue indeed. The Mantle is actually a redo, as the original was...ahem...lost. Not cool.

Anywho, I would love to hear any thoughts you want to throw my way. And ideally, I hope you like all four, but I'll settle for three. Actually, I'll settle for one.

Graig

[sportscrazy13]

Had this painted in Baghdad after we invaded it in '03. The Iraqi guy that painted it said he did a lot of family photo paintings for Saddam Hussein. This is one of the center pieces of my collection.

Jordan & Magic '91 NBA Finals
http://i590.photobucket.com/albums/ss344/sportscrazy13/IMG_8058.jpg
http://i590.photobucket.com/albums/ss344/sportscrazy13/IMG_8065.jpg

[dcgreg25]

Ok so LaVern Brock was mentioned earlier in this thread so I thought I would share some pics from an Indians piece I commissioned for my office. I will post more pics as things progress.

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/Old_Logo.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/logos.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/Indians_3.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/Ind_1.jpg

[AbsolonMoreau]

Can't compare to Graig, but here goes nothing:
Kevin Youkillis
http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/70/kevinyoukillis.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/21/kevinyoukillis.jpg/)
Carl Crawfard SIGNED! ($220 for this one)
http://img845.imageshack.us/img845/4166/dsc0007ms.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/845/dsc0007ms.jpg/)
http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/4096/dsc0006da.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/844/dsc0006da.jpg/)
Tim Lincecum
http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/426/timlincen.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/684/timlincen.jpg/)
Michael Jordan
http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/592/michaeljordani.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/6/michaeljordani.jpg/)
Toews:
http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/6034/img5457b.th.jpg
Hemsky:
http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/5273/img5450bn.th.jpg
Zetterberg:
http://img600.imageshack.us/img600/5995/img5448b.th.jpg
Bernier:
http://img809.imageshack.us/img809/4641/img5460b.th.jpg
Crosby:
http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/3343/img5445b.th.jpg
Fleury:
http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/9865/img5447b.th.jpg
Vachon:
http://img594.imageshack.us/img594/2954/img5438b.th.jpg

[kudu]

Bump.

Ken Griffey Jr by Anthony Douglas :


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[AbsolonMoreau]

How my Mantle painting is evolving, hoping to be done with it this week :D

Original image:
http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/165/mickeymantle.jpg
http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/3008/draftformickeymantelwor.jpg
http://img801.imageshack.us/img801/1419/1stcolorformicheymantel.jpghttp://img692.imageshack.us/img692/1724/2ndpaintingnrlo.jpg

Need to make the face a lot more realistic and then will make the bat look more realistic too!

[71buc]

I have enough trouble affording the things I currently collect. I love art and baseball but cannot afford to indulge both. I really enjoy vintage baseball photography which is about as close as my budget lets me come to art. I do have one piece of original comic art depicting Clemente. Revolutionary comics came out with a Clemente issue in 1992. I am a huge Clemente fan so on a whim I called the company and asked if I could purchase a page. They said sure and asked me which I wanted. I purchased this splash page for $100.00. I think it was the best in the book and now wish I had bought more of them. Nonetheless it is cool to own a one of a kind item featuring the great one.

[Gkreindler]

Hey all,

I haven't posted anything here in a while, so for those of you who are interested, here's some of the stuff I've finished since:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1925_Smile_Conlon.jpg
Lou Gehrig, 1925, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Stan_Musial_1942_Portrait_Conlon.jpg
Stan Musial, 1942, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mickey_Mantle_1951_April_14_Portrait.jpg
Mickey Mantle, April 14, 1951, 9" x 12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Willie_Mays_1955_Portrait.jpg
Willie Mays, 1955, 9" x 12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Derek_Jeter_2000.jpg
Derek Jeter, 200, 11" x 14"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1920_June_25_Hit.jpg
Babe Ruth, June 25, 1920, 28" x 50"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1934_November_4_Japan.jpg
Babe Ruth, November 4, 1934, 50" x 64"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Roger_Maris_1961_October_1_Profile_Swing.jpg
Roger Maris, October 1, 1961, 38" x 52"

And a few random in-progresses:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mickey.jpg
Mickey Mantle, May 14, 1955, 9" x 12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/RedRuffing1936.jpg
Red Ruffing, 1936, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/BabeRuth1918.jpg
Babe Ruth, 1918, 30" x 34"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Gehrig-4.jpg
Lou Gehrig, 1938, 18" x 24"

Hope y'all dig 'em!!

Graig

[shoremen44]

Graig,
Simply beautiful... I love the faces... the eyes are so deep...

but someone said it about a previous painting of yours... The Maris and the Ruths below... I feel like they are moving... you really capture the feel of the action... it is almost like I am there...

Beautiful work

[Gkreindler]

Bert,

Thank you SO much for your kind words. If you feel like you're actually in the Stadium and all, then I definitely feel like I've done my job (no matter how much my gut tells me otherwise).

I'm so glad you're enjoying it all!

Graig

[Gkreindler]

Hey guys,

Hope you all had a wonderful holiday and are looking forward to the start of 2012.

I think my New Years resolution is to get the majority of the unfinished paintings out of my studio (especially those that were commissioned).

Here are a few that are ready to leave...

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Johnny_Evers_1907_Portrait.jpg
Johnny Evers, 1907, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1918_Holding_Bat_Comiskey.jpg
Babe Ruth, 1918, 30" x 34"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1924_Portrait.jpg
Babe Ruth, 1924, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1938_Fenway_Glove.jpg
Lou Gehrig, 1938, 18" x 24"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Jackie_Robinson_1949_August_28_Walk.jpg
Jackie Robinson, August 28, 1949, 46" x 56"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Gary_Carter_Mets_1986_October_25.jpg
Mets, October 25, 1986, 30" x 45"

And man, I never realized how much Evers looks like Stan Laurel in that image. What a jaw that man had!!

Anywho, I hope y'all dig 'em. And if ya do, come check me out on Facebook, too! Comments/crits/laughs/stories are ALWAYS appreciated.

Graig

[Danny899]

Graig,
You do wonderful work. Thank you for sharing some of it here. Do you sell prints of your work? Thanks!

Dan

[asr1084]

Your work is undescribeable......nice work!

[AbsolonMoreau]

Some of my latest work.
After a long hiatus filled with medical issues I am back to painting.
Brad Ziegler 24x36
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/portfolio/brad-ziegler-24x36.jpg
Paul George 16x20
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/portfolio/paul-george.jpg
Steven Jackson 11x14
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/portfolio/steven-jackson.jpg
Tim Tebow 16x20
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/portfolio/tim-tebow.jpg

[Gkreindler]

Hey all,

Hope everyone's starting to enjoy some spring weather. In Brooklyn, it's REALLY starting to feel like baseball season is upon us.

I just got this guy back from the photographers, and I thought it was an interesting one to post:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Christy_Mathewson_1914_Cracker_Jack.jpg
Christy Mathewson, 1914 Cracker Jack, 18" x 24"

My client is a big fan of the Cracker Jack set and wanted Matty to be as real as possible. It posed an interesting challenge, since as much as I can render him, the background was just going to be that stark red. Though in the end, I'm pretty happy with the results. I think it's pretty strong graphically, and although the play of red and green really messed with my eyes while I was working on it, I think I was able to pull it off.

And I realized that there were a few more I had not posted here, so here they come!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1938_Fenway_Glove.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1918_Holding_Bat_Comiskey.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Johnny_Evers_1907_Portrait.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1924_Portrait.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1922_Portrait_Conlon.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Hank_Greenberg_1937_Portrait_Conlon.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Joe_DiMaggio_Fiorello_LaGuardia_Lou_Gehrig_1938_Oc tober_5.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mickey_Mantle_1955_August_7_Panoramic.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Joe_DiMaggio_1936_Front_Portrait_Conlon.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Red_Ruffing_1926_Portrait-Conlon.jpg

Anywho, I hope you dig 'em! And if not, don't be afraid to say so!

Graig

[AbsolonMoreau]

Have not been on here in a while, but I have been working really hard on a lot of paintings and here is one of them. This painting was originally going to be donated to a charity auction that Aaron was attending but the charity organization backed out.

http://moreauart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Aaron-Rodgers.jpg

[marino13]

A gift from a friend.



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This is too cool for words. Maybe I will set aside some GU funds and channel them into these paintings.

It would be even cooler if Jeter signs it. Will have to wait and see.



Now I might want to get one with MATSUI, so I can photo-matched it with the game used bat. :D

[Gkreindler]

Hey all,

It's been a looonnngg time between posts, but I thought I'd show what's been happening in the studio as of late.

Hope y'all enjoy 'em!

Graig

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Sandy_Koufax_1965_Portrait_zps92249d1a.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Sandy_Koufax_1965_Portrait_zps92249d1a.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Paul_Waner_1942_Conlon_zps46257057.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Paul_Waner_1942_Conlon_zps46257057.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Cy_Young_1903.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Cy_Young_1903.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Ty_Cobb_1912_Portrait.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Ty_Cobb_1912_Portrait.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mickey_Mantle_1955_May_14_Portrait_Left.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Mickey_Mantle_1955_May_14_Portrait_Left.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mickey_Mantle_1956_Fenway_Dugout.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Mickey_Mantle_1956_Fenway_Dugout.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/George_Van_Haltren_1903.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/George_Van_Haltren_1903.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Al_Schacht_1936.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Al_Schacht_1936.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Walter_Johnson_1914_Conlon.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Walter_Johnson_1914_Conlon.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Honus_Wagner_1912_Bats.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Honus_Wagner_1912_Bats.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Miller_Huggins_1927_Conlon_Portrait.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Miller_Huggins_1927_Conlon_Portrait.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1921_Portrait.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Babe_Ruth_1921_Portrait.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/1923_Yankees_Opening_Day_April_18.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/1923_Yankees_Opening_Day_April_18.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Eiji_Sawamura_1936.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Eiji_Sawamura_1936.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Charles_Hoss_Radbourn_1887_Cabinet.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Charles_Hoss_Radbourn_1887_Cabinet.jpg.html)

[Gkreindler]

And some more...

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Johnny_Vander_Meer_1938.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Johnny_Vander_Meer_1938.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mariano_Rivera_2004_October_12.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Mariano_Rivera_2004_October_12.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1927_Conlon_Portrait.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Lou_Gehrig_1927_Conlon_Portrait.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1927_Portrait_Conlon.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Babe_Ruth_1927_Portrait_Conlon.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Lou_Gehrig_1938.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Lou_Gehrig_1938.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Joe_Dugan_1926.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Joe_Dugan_1926.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Dahlgren_June_22_1939.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Babe_Dahlgren_June_22_1939.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Carl_Hubbell_1934_July_10_All-Star_Game_zpsaafaf5ad.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Carl_Hubbell_1934_July_10_All-Star_Game_zpsaafaf5ad.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Jackie_Robinson_Yogi_Berra_1955_September_28_World _Series_Slide_zps945561d4.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Jackie_Robinson_Yogi_Berra_1955_September_28_World _Series_Slide_zps945561d4.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Mickey_Mantle_1951_April_17_zps1f57510a.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Mickey_Mantle_1951_April_17_zps1f57510a.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1919_Fall_Portrait_zpsda4110f3.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Babe_Ruth_1919_Fall_Portrait_zpsda4110f3.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1932_Comiskey_Park_zps4a2caeec.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Babe_Ruth_1932_Comiskey_Park_zps4a2caeec.jpg.html)

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b158/GKreindler/Babe_Ruth_1935_Conlon-1.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/GKreindler/media/Babe_Ruth_1935_Conlon-1.jpg.html)

[gingi79]

Wow. I truly love your work. I think the most amazing part is how you paint players as if it was the era they lived in. Seeing the Ruth makes you feel like it's the 1920's yet seeing the Rivera, it feels like 2000.

[kudu]

Came across this painted ball. Looks like the signature is the artist's auto, since #5 was worn by Randy Ready for the Padres in 1987, and the auto and picture don't look anything related to Randy Ready. I am thinking the picture is Benito Santiago. Not sure what the #5 is for. Maybe the number of balls the artist painted. Anyone have an idea who the signature could be? Also the ball is a Charles Feeney game ball.


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[AbsolonMoreau]

It's been a while since I've posted some of my work here! Gotten a LOT better over the past few years as you can all see here!

http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/clients/dame-lillard.jpg
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/clients/aj-green.jpg
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/clients/tomas-jurco.jpg
http://moreauart.com/wp-content/gallery/clients/austin-howard.jpg
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[joelsabi]

Rosie Santizo drew this illustration. She was ballgirl in the 1990's who used to dive for foul balls and became a fan favorite at Mariners home games. She was also a self taught artist and drew illustrations of players and other Mariner personnel. She was licensed by MLBPA to sell her sketches.

Rosie went on to college at University Washington before returning to baseball as an English teacher for foreign speaking baseball players. Sadly she died in a car accident in 2008.

[3arod13]

Rosie Santizo drew this illustration. She was ballgirl in the 1990's who used to dive for foul balls and became a fan favorite at Mariners home games. She was also a self taught artist and drew illustrations of players and other Mariner personnel. She was licensed by MLBPA to sell her sketches.

Rosie went on to college at University Washington before returning to baseball as an English teacher for foreign speaking baseball players. Sadly she died in a car accident in 2008.

Great story, but a sad ending. Thanks for sharing this!