Thanks guys, I appreciate those kind words.

I tell ya though, if I can get a Sports Illustrated model to take off her bikini in exchange for showing a painting, well, I think that might be the best trade EVER (for me). Is there a message board for that?

:p

Very nice. Art is all about the mastery of light and dark, and you definately have that gift.

Thank you, John!

Hey guys,

So, I'm almost done with this guy for Scott Garner, and I thought I'd share it in its current state.

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...VanderMeer.jpg

The shot is from my iPhone, so it might seem a bit grainy, but in terms of color and value, I think it's pretty darn true. I still have a bit to work on, including the dugout floor, and some tightening up on Johnny, but it's nearly there.

This image has been so much fun to work with, mostly because of all of the reflected light bouncing around the walls and Vandy's legs. That (including that foot bathed in light) was what really excited me about the original photo. I guess I just really had a pretty strong idea of what the finished painting would look like, so from then it was just tunnel vision. I don't know if Scott could have picked a better image of the man.

And for those of you keeping score, it's from his 1938 season, the same in which he threw his two consecutive no-hitters.

Anywho, hope y'all dig it!!

Graig

Graig,
That is fantastic!
The light and shadow control is amazing. I liken it to the Jackie coming out of the shadows.

As far as the image itself, The only thing that could be better would be if he was smiling.
I love the pics of them smiling, showing the joy and love of the game.

As usual another masterpiece in Kreindlercolor.

Mark

I'm jealous as usual of those who are able to add one of Graig's pieces their collection. I have no doubt that this one couldn't have found a more appreciative home than Scott's collection though.

It's nice to see the original photo and its progression to painted form on this one. Thanks as always for sharing. This is one thread I am glad to see getting bumped back to the top on a regular basis!

Graig, Awesome job...as usual!

Thanks for those great compliments, guys. I'm really loving how Scott's painting is coming out, especially because of that light. I'm hoping that when it's done, you'll all feel the same way. And again, the fact that I had the opportunity to paint a player like Vander Meer is just beyond awesome. I really love painting the Ruths and the Gehrigs, but having some of the 'lesser-knowns' being asked for is just so damn cool.

Actually, the fact that people actually wanna commission me is just so damn cool.

Anywho, I have this one that's currently drying and waiting to be photographed, also for a board member.

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...dler/photo.jpg

I guess I gotta title it 'Enter Sandman' - could there be any other appropriate title?

Hope you guys dig it!

Graig

That Rivera is off the charts, love how it looks on the easel

Outstanding, my friend.

The depth is remarkable. I hope you find doing these more current players can be as rewarding as the older deadball era ones. No matter the era, to me, you breathe life into black and white or color.

Great work, Graig!