That's a fantastic painting. Impressive.

It's pretty close Graig but I still think your Mathewson is the best. You captured something there that even technically great portraitists seldom manage. I don't know exactly how to explain it but to me it combines the vivid colors and fine brushwork of Holbein with the "earthiness" of someone like Gilbert Stuart.

Thanks for continuing to post. I always enjoy seeing your new stuff.

Guys, you're all the best.

Jason, Mark and jacksons, you rule. Thank you. :)

Lance, the whole thing about Mantle coming up as an intimidated rookie and all has always been the crux of my fascination with him. I mean, the alcohol and other personal issues really add to the profundity of his story, but I just can't imagine the kind of pressure he must have felt coming to New York. Aside from the fact that he came from a tiny town to the big city at such a young and green age, I just keep coming back to how the media, Casey and the fans must have thought of him in those first few years. Talk about having the weight of the world on your shoulders. It makes me wonder how his career would have been different had he been on another team in a smaller market. Not that I wish for that.

Howard, you're mentioning some giants there. I really appreciate the comparisons, but man, I couldn't wash their brushes.

I still just find myself wondering what was so striking about that Matty portrait. I mean, Conlon's photo was absolute genius, so I feel like all of the accolades need to go to him. But yeah, it seems to be the one painting that everybody gravitates to the most. Not that I'm complaining or anything, as I'm super honored. I guess I just don't see it the same way since my memories of it are filled with toil, torment and frustration. :)

Weeeeeee!!

Thanks again, everyone.

Graig

Graig,

You already know how I feel about the Mantle and your title is perfect!!! Mickey's pre-season accomplishments in '51 elicited so much praise from the sportwriters, fans (e.g. at USC where he was rushed like a rock star after his two mammoth HRs) and of course Casey whose statements could never be lived up to that Mantle, already overwhelmed with the jump from Joplin to the majors and NYC, was a nervous wreck.

I have always felt that the attached photo taken in June of 1951 and shortly before he was sent down to Kansas City best depicts the pressure he was feeling and deserves the title of "Weight of the World". And yes, I know you can match it with a superb painting!!

Best.

Craig

Graig,
Helllllloooooooo.

Show us more.
Show us more.
Show us more.

I believe Graig has already done this subject (and of course, captured all of Mantle's pressure/stress in brilliant fashion). Think I recall seeing it a year or two ago...

Hey everyone!

Hope this post finds y'all well and rested. And of course, ready for summer and the National! I'm definitely stoked to be in Chicago again this year, though I won't be exhibiting.

Anywho, at the nudging of Mark (thanks, buddy), I thought I'd post some of the in-progress stuff that's been roaming around the studio for the past few months. Though I haven't been posting as much, I certainly haven't been idle. I have been keeping up with things on my Facebook fan page for the most part, as I guess it's a bit easier to focus on one form of the social media spectrum. If any of you are on there and want to keep track of what I'm up to (as well as all of the silly facts I post), you can go here and click the 'Like' button:

https://www.facebook.com/GraigKreindler

Now, some of these are now finished and are just waiting to be photographed, and others are barely even touched. They're even a few commissions that I've been working on that I haven't shot recent images of either (Brian McD, I'm looking at you). So, if there's any glare or graininess, I apologize. At this point iPhone photos will have to do.

As per usual, your comments and crits are GREATLY appreciated. Hope ya dig 'em!

Graig

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psf5f3881c.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps9a7a58a6.jpg
1927 Yankees, 44" x 66"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psce8507d8.jpg
Babe Ruth, 1928, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psd9c5938f.jpg
Jackie Robinson and Yogi Berra, 1955, 30" x 36"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psb7a54a6e.jpg
Lou Gehrig, 1923, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps527d2a4f.jpg
Dizzy Dean, 1932, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps7e8cc73a.jpg
Rube Marquard, 1912, 20" x 24"

And now for the jump!

And the rest...

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psa3176772.jpg
Richie Ashburn, 1956, 9" x 12"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psf625cb7c.jpg
Ralph Kiner, 1940, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psdc9a2e84.jpg
Ed Walsh, 1912, 14" x 18"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps3f4a56f6.jpg
Ed Walsh, 1910, 11" x 14"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...pscf8a3508.jpg
Casey Stengel, 1938, 16" x 20"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps3228fb80.jpg
Carl Hubbell, 1934, 28" x 35"

And they're still a lot more that I have yet to post - hopefully I'll get around to getting on here soon.

Hope you guys dig 'em!

Graig

Bout Damn Time!

First off.... WOW. HFS.
Second... What crazy SOB commissioned the gigantic 1927 Yankees team? I need to know cause that is one I'd love to see in person.
Lastly.... WOW.

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Graig, Those are awesome
My favorite is Jackie sliding into Yogi