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01-27-2016, 07:11 PM
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Thank you so much for all of your kind words, everybody. I really do appreciate every single last one of them. Without y'all in my corner, I wouldn't be able to do any of this.
I've been busy this past month, mostly which some unfinished stuff that'll make its way up here at some point in the near future. But as for finished work, there are two to speak of. The first was a painting of Mickey that I've always wanted to do, but didn't get the chance to until it was commissioned:  Mickey Mantle, September 1950, 11" x 14" I've always loved how young he looks in this image - he couldn't have been older than 18 at the time. And to think that months later, he'd be making his professional debut at Yankee Stadium. A place that housed over 67,000 fans. In line to take over for Joe DiMaggio in centerfield, no less. With the eyes of the New York media watching him like a hawk (well, a hawk for that era). No pressure. Then there's this one:  Bill Barilko, April 21, 1951, 36" x 52" This was commissioned by a board member a LONG time ago. Like, I'm embarrassed to say how long ago. But it was my first venture into the world of hockey. And though it was a blast to paint, it was also HARD. I neglected to realize how much closer spectators are to the ice and players than they are in the world of baseball - there are a LOT of faces in there. Also, the general lighting scheme (dealing with flash photography) and the reflections on the ice proved to be a nightmare. But I'm very pleased with how it came out. I'm hoping that the fella who commissioned it absolutely loves the thing - lord knows he's waited long enough for it! The moment is Bill Barilko's Stanley Cup winning goal from 1951, with the Leafs triumphing over Montreal in overtime of the 7th game. For those who don't know, Barilko would die in a plane crash only a few months later. Interestingly enough, Toronto failed to win another cup in the 1950s, and wouldn't do so until two months before the wreckage of the plane was found in 1962. I also was able to finish some fun color studies over the past few weeks:  Cap Anson, 1875  Jim Devlin, 1876  Christy Mathewson, 1909  Babe Ruth, 1920  Josh Gibson, 1945  Gil Hodges, 1948  Ken Griffey, Jr., 1990 The Devlin was a real passion project, as there's only one or two known photographs of the man, none of which are of high quality. I think in the end, I pieced together something nice, and was thrilled to maybe bring his story to light a little bit. (For those of you who haven't heard/read about it, it's REALLY worth a look.) Anywho, I hope y'all dig what you see. And as per usual, any comments, questions, critiques or whatever can be thrown my way via PM or email (gkreindler@gmail.com). Thanks for reading!! Graig
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01-28-2016, 12:44 AM
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Graig,
That hockey painting is AMAZING. Dang that is good. Whoever is waiting for that painting, is was well worth the wait. What size is that painting? That is surely, HOF art there. I'm going back for another look.
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01-28-2016, 12:19 PM
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Outstanding! I love that Griffey Jr! As always keep up the great work.
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03-24-2016, 04:48 PM
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Hey all,
Hope this finds everybody getting a bit of warm weather. Things in New York are finally starting to feel pretty nice, as the last snowstorm should be behind us all. Hopefully. Fingers crossed. Anywho, I thought I'd share what's been on the easel these past couple of months:  Napoleon Lajoie, 1902, 12" x 16"  Branch Rickey, 1914, 12" x 16"  Willie Mays, 1951, 18" x 24"  Tim Lincecum, April 12, 2009, 22" x 18" The Lajoie was a lot of fun - I'm enjoying the hell out of painting stuff from Horner's lens. I still have Wagner and Dahlen to finish, but have plenty more in mind for the queue. They'll hopefully all make for nice business card fodder in the future. Mays was a REAL challenge with all of the light and color stuff. It's not often that I paint anything from flash photography, but I've always loved his expression in this image. But yeah, you have a figure in the shadow, with the exception of some of the sun light on his cap, arm and knee. But that main shadow over him gets a bit blown out because of the flash. So, you have cooler temperatured colors coming from below, as well as some of the warmth of the lit ground reflecting into his jersey and face. And then you have the reflection of the sky cooling down the top plains of his head and shoulders. That is, where there isn't that blinding light. Basically it's a shitshow. But I think I got it. The Lincecum was a nice change of pace, as I don't normally venture into modern territory all that often. But his body is an absolute freak of nature - kind of in the same way that Satchel Paige's was - so I couldn't even consider saying 'no.' Not that I would have anyway. Hope ya dig 'em. As per usual, if you have any questions, critiques, or comments, feel free to share! Thanks for reading, Graig
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03-24-2016, 05:10 PM
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wow!!!!!!!! simply amazing!!!
Weird question, but if you make a mistake, like cough with the paint brush in your hand and get a smudge mark, is there a way to clean the canvas w/o ruining it? I mean, these paintings look so darn perfect! You must make a rare mistake, slip of the hand, etc. Share some "woops" stories! Cuz otherwise I'm just going to have to believe that you are a magician! 
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06-18-2016, 02:01 AM
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Just think this absolutely incredible thread warrants the occasional bump... because of reasons...
Brilliant work, as usual... The Mays and the Freak are both outstanding... (so is pretty much everything else in this thread...) VERY inspiring work, my friend. Some day, like everyone around here dreams, maybe I'll be able to own one of these beauties. Cheers!
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07-25-2016, 06:07 PM
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I haven't been active on this forum in sometime however when I logged on I knew I had to check out this thread. Even more amazing stuff, keep it up! Hopefully I could eventually justify the cost of one to have for myself.
-Adam
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07-25-2016, 07:34 PM
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