Which pre-war photographer do you like best?

[william_9]

Charles Conlon got me interested in the subject of early baseball photography as he is really the only "name" that anyone who is a casual observer has ever heard of. He would be my sentimental favorite. I love that he could bring out a personality through his photos. Whether it was a casual moment during batting practice or in an action shot, I always felt like I was closer to knowing the players. In reality, we know very little, but the images speak to us in different ways. In fact, I say he's largely responsible for people longing for the "good ole days". I enjoy a game on TV, but, I don't feel the same connection to modern players as those who are pictured in Conlon's work.

It's great see some other images that have another name attached to them as well. These photo threads have been some of my favorites.

[thekingofclout]

Originally Posted by william_9

Charles Conlon got me interested in the subject of early baseball photography as he is really the only "name" that anyone who is a casual observer has ever heard of. He would be my sentimental favorite. I love that he could bring out a personality through his photos. Whether it was a casual moment during batting practice or in an action shot, I always felt like I was closer to knowing the players. In reality, we know very little, but the images speak to us in different ways. In fact, I say he's largely responsible for people longing for the "good ole days". I enjoy a game on TV, but, I don't feel the same connection to modern players as those who are pictured in Conlon's work.

It's great see some other images that have another name attached to them as well. These photo threads have been some of my favorites.

You absolutely nailed it William.

[GKreindler]

I agree with Jimmy. Bravo, William.

And for the record, the next time the National is out in Cleveland (or anyone is in Cleveland, for that matter), it might be worth your while to check out the Western Reserve Historical Society. Supposedly, they have thousands of Van Oeyen originals in their archives, plenty of which are on display. I had hoped that I would be able to make it to the museum last July, but I couldn't seem to get away.

[Jantz]

All of the photographers are great for sure, but I'm going with Van Oeyen. The first pre-war baseball photo that I bought was by Van Oeyen. I had no clue who he was and at the time didn't even care. I bought the photo because it was of Larry Doyle and I thought it would be a nice piece to accompany my T206 set. A fellow board member kindly educated me on the photo and it's photographer. I went back to the dealer and found another, which I also bought. The term "dumb luck" sure applied to me that day. I don't think the dealer knew who Van Oeyen was either.


Jantz

[Forever Young]

They all rule in their own ways but I sure am a sucker for a crystal clear mini bain photo...Below are two photos I am lucky enough to own. GHOSTS..."IF YOU BUILD IT HE WILL COME" sort of feel.

G.G. BAIN





Ck out finger on the bat and behind his back...what a peach.



CHARLES CONLON










PAUL THOMPSON








G. BURKE

[bmarlowe1]

I really like George Lawrence's pre-1910 ball park panoramas at West Side Grounds and South Side Park in Chicago, taken with his 3/4 ton camera. Innovative high-tech.

[Forever Young]

Originally Posted by bmarlowe1

I really like George Lawrence's pre-1910 ball park panoramas at West Side Grounds and South Side Park in Chicago, taken with his 3/4 ton camera. Innovative high-tech.

Mark,
Can you post some of these?
Ben