So, the past few months have been pretty hard. I've been very busy with work (which I'm incredibly thankful for), and I've also been very busy with upcoming wedding stuff (which I'm also incredibly thankful for). I feel like my head's been getting knocked back and forth like a ping pong, and quite frankly, I really hope that the quality of my work hasn't suffered as a result.
As it stands, the paintings I'm about to show have been worked on, tweaked, worked on again, sanded down, tweaked, and finally worked on again. It's been quite an arduous journey, and after I dropped them off at my photographers last week, I breathed a sigh of relief - I just needed to get these things out of my sight.
So, my guys got these scans back to me today, and I'm still in the process of color correcting everything. They're not quite perfect, but I still wanted to share them. For whatever reason, Photobucket seems to be screwing with the colors and contrast more than it should, but hopefully they give ya a good idea.
Sandy Koufax, 1965, 9" x 12"
Paul Waner, 1942, 9" x 12"
Christy Mathewson, 1909, 9" x 12"
Babe Ruth, 1919, 16" x 20"
Babe Ruth, 1932, 36" x 53"
Lou Gehrig, July 4, 1939, 48" x 84"
That last Gehrig painting was probably the most insane thing I've ever worked on, and certainly as of now, the largest. I think my hair's gone quite gray because of it.
Comments and critiques are ALWAYS appreciated, even if they're bad and smelly!!
Great work! Temps here in Georgia aren't too bad, 50's going down to thirties this weekend but I'll be in Jacksonville for our softball spring training! Is it your wedding you mentioned?
Graig ... are you friggin KIDDING ME with these? I was ready to start talking to Koufax. It looks like I am watching him on television!
Gehrig? You made me feel like I was there the day he made his famous speech.
These efforts are beyond words. Once again, you have been given an AMAZING talent and you are using it well.
Congrats on your upcoming wedding.
STAY HEALTHY!
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Doug, I REALLY appreciate those kind words. For serious. The fact that you were so moved by the Gehrig painting makes me super happy - it's definitely the kind of response I was hoping to illicit. I can only hope that when others see it in person, they'll have a similar reaction. And thanks for the congrats on the nuptials!
Bruce, thank you for your compliments! It is indeed my wedding, though it'll be in a few months, so I'm hoping that things will be warm(er) by then. One can only hope.
I've viewed your work for some time now - and - if humanly possible? You get better with every pic you post!
The Gehrig piece speaks to me.
Thanx for sharing - and I will say - some day down the road - if there's something that I would like hanging in my house - you're the person I would want to make that a reality.
Mike, thanks so much - you're making me blush. I'm really glad that you feel I've gotten better, as it's really what I strive for with each painting. I always go in thinking that every single one has to be better than the last!
And if ever I can make a reality of you having a painting in your home, you let me know. I'd be honored to be there.
As always your work is spectacular. I see you have a website, twitter, and facebook....I think it might be time to move towards Instagram, it's the new thing and your work would be best represented there. Just my opinion.
Thank you so much for all of your wonderful comments, guys. I REALLY appreciate them. For serious. Every time I post on this thing, I feel like y'all give me so much confidence. And the fact that you take time out of your day to let me know how you feel about my work means a lot. And it would mean a lot even if you didn't like it!
Paul, I've been thinking a bit about Instagram too, though I have yet to really explore all of the ins and outs of it. I would imagine that that whole process won't be too far ahead into the future. I think. But man, all of this social media stuff is hard to keep up with sometimes!
Cubfan89, thank you so much for your kind words!! I did indeed do two paintings of Ruth's farewell address to Yankee Stadium in '47, but I've never attempted the famous Nat Fein shot of him wearing his old #3. I've enclosed those two paintings below, in case you hadn't seen them:
Wow those are awesome too! Have you ever been to the National or any sports conventions? You would sell a lot of your artwork there & be able to meet your fans. You should do the famous Fein shot of Ruth. That would probably wind up being one of your Masterpieces!
<< <i>Paul, I've been thinking a bit about Instagram too, though I have yet to really explore all of the ins and outs of it. I would imagine that that whole process won't be too far ahead into the future. I think. But man, all of this social media stuff is hard to keep up with sometimes!
Graig >>
The cool thing about Instagram is that you can post on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter all at the same time!
<< <i>Thank you so much for all of your wonderful comments, guys. I REALLY appreciate them. For serious. Every time I post on this thing, I feel like y'all give me so much confidence. And the fact that you take time out of your day to let me know how you feel about my work means a lot. And it would mean a lot even if you didn't like it!
Paul, I've been thinking a bit about Instagram too, though I have yet to really explore all of the ins and outs of it. I would imagine that that whole process won't be too far ahead into the future. I think. But man, all of this social media stuff is hard to keep up with sometimes!
Cubfan89, thank you so much for your kind words!! I did indeed do two paintings of Ruth's farewell address to Yankee Stadium in '47, but I've never attempted the famous Nat Fein shot of him wearing his old #3. I've enclosed those two paintings below, in case you hadn't seen them:
Graig >>
After seeing these 2 paintings, I'll say it again---Better than Perez!
Thank you so much for your compliments, everyone. I really appreciate them more than I can articulate.
Cubfan89, I did set up at the National in Cleveland in '09, but haven't since. It was honestly one of the most fun weekends I can ever remember having. I got the chance to meet so many wonderful people and even had time to paint! The enclosed two photos show the highlight for me, though:
There couldn't have been a nicer man than Bob Feller. What a gentleman, and a great ambassador for the game. I was honored to present him with that painting for his museum.
Hopefully I can make it back to the National as a vendor soon. Though, since '09, I've gone every year as a guest. It's still one of the annual weekends that makes me the happiest. And it's not even so much for all of the stuff I'd love to buy (or convince myself to do so), but adding that to the socialization part is pretty magical. Having good friends around ya with similar passions, it can't be beat.
I just got this painting back from the photographers today:
Mickey Mantle, April 17, 1951, 20" x 46"
I was thinking and looking around for a proper title for the piece a while back, and finally came across something that worked. After reading the below excerpt from the NY Times the day after Mantle's first game (which this painting depicts), I realized that the title 'A Bewildered Bystander' was perfect. Check it:
Those four paragraphs certainly say plenty about how intimidating it must have been for a 19-year old kid from a small mining town to become the heir-apparent to DiMaggio and the centerpiece of the legendary Yankees. And speaking of DiMaggio, I wonder if his mentioned actions were purposefully done. If so, they definitely speak volumes about that persona of the man that we're left with today. Yikes.
Graig once again your work is amazing. One day I am going to save up all my pennies, nickels and dimes and commision you to paint something for me. Not sure what yet and not sure what size I would be able to afford but even if it is painted on a canvas the size of a McDonalds napkin, it will be worth it.
Bob, unfortunately I do not sell any reproductions at this time. Though it might change in the future, I'm unsure as to when that would happen. Either way, I'll keep everyone on the boards posted!
<< <i>Thank you so much for your compliments, everyone. I really appreciate them more than I can articulate.
Cubfan89, I did set up at the National in Cleveland in '09, but haven't since. It was honestly one of the most fun weekends I can ever remember having. I got the chance to meet so many wonderful people and even had time to paint! The enclosed two photos show the highlight for me, though:
>>
I shook your hand that week sir. I was I really enjoyed your pieces. Another good place for pictures is the Library of Congress. You have to kind of pick through things but they have some really neat stuff. Library of Congress Online Catalog
Cory, thanks for the kind words. You're totally right about the Library of Congress stuff - it's all friggin' gold. They're about 100 of those images I can think of that I wouldn't even hesitate to paint. I just wish I could find more hours in a day!
I just got this painting back from the photographers today:
Mickey Mantle, April 17, 1951, 20" x 46" >>
I cannot repeat myself enough, your artwork is absolutely stunning, Graig.
So basically my kid won't be able to go to college, but at least I'll have a set where the three most expensive cards are of a player I despise ~ CDsNuts
<< <i>I did set up at the National in Cleveland in '09, but haven't since. >>
I remember seeing you at the Cleveland show in 2009. Seriously, I've been to the Baseball Hall of Fame, they have paintings there, and some of your pieces definitely deserve to be there. Simply amazing... way better than the actual photographs.
With some cool timing by my photographers, I just got these guys back:
Carl Hubbell, July 10, 1934, 29" x 35"
Jackie Robinson & Yogi Berra, September 28, 1955, 30" x 36"
Today is actually the 79th anniversary for the Hubbell painting scene - warming up on the sidelines before he struck out Ruth, Gehrig, Foxx, Simmons and Cronin in succession during the '34 All-Star Game. Hubbell's always been one of my favorite players as a few of you know, so this painting was an absolute joy to create.
The second guy is hopefully a bit more obvious as to what it depicts - quite the photo finish!
Anywho, comments and crits are always appreciated. The color adjusting is almost there, but still might be a little off in some places.
Looking forward to seeing some of y'all in Chicago!
Hey Graig ... STOP already with these pictures ... I'm starting to run out of compliments! One is friggin better than the next. FUGGHEDABOUDIT!
STAY HEALTHY!
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Hope everyone's keeping cool as summer winds down.
I got these four back from the photographers a few days ago today.
Louis Sockalexis, 1895, 11" x 14"
Babe Ruth, 1928, 16" x 20"
Ed Walsh, 1913, 14" x 20"
Kankol, 30" x 34"
Regarding the last image, it depicts a ballplayer nicknamed 'Kankol', who played with the Zulu Cannibal Giants in the '30s and '40s. They were a Negro League ball club that were technically not associated with a formal league. Often they turned ball games into comedic acts, much like the Harlem Globetrotters would do for basketball. The ball club toured throughout the country in the 1930s and ‘40s as a popular novelty act, playing in war paint, grass skirts, and their bare feet. Even their bats were made to resemble Ethiopian war clubs. Despite how jarring the image might look to us in 2013, it is a reality of baseball’s pre-integration era.
Anywho, as per usual, any comments/critiques/problems/whatever are always welcome.
AMAZING ... even that damn hand and shirt of Ed Walsh ... too damn realistic ... are you SURE that's NOT a photo? LOL Kudos once again.
STAY HEALTHY!
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
While I am on a little vacation, Dean might castrate me if I stay completely idle. So, here's a shot I got back from the photographers this week:
Ty Cobb, 1913, 24" x 30"
The Cobb was a lot of fun to paint, especially since it's such a classic image of the man. I just wish that I could have locked down more information about the date - we know that it was fom Navin Field, and probably 1913, but nothing else. I actually have a time lapse video of me in action with this one, which I can hopefully have edited and out on YouTube soonish. Hopefully it doesn't make me look too silly.
Anywho, as per usual, all of your comments, be they good or bad, are greatly appreciated.
Comments
People may start to think you pay me for these recs lol
Doug, I'm in Brooklyn. Woot-woot!
Graig
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So, the past few months have been pretty hard. I've been very busy with work (which I'm incredibly thankful for), and I've also been very busy with upcoming wedding stuff (which I'm also incredibly thankful for). I feel like my head's been getting knocked back and forth like a ping pong, and quite frankly, I really hope that the quality of my work hasn't suffered as a result.
As it stands, the paintings I'm about to show have been worked on, tweaked, worked on again, sanded down, tweaked, and finally worked on again. It's been quite an arduous journey, and after I dropped them off at my photographers last week, I breathed a sigh of relief - I just needed to get these things out of my sight.
So, my guys got these scans back to me today, and I'm still in the process of color correcting everything. They're not quite perfect, but I still wanted to share them. For whatever reason, Photobucket seems to be screwing with the colors and contrast more than it should, but hopefully they give ya a good idea.
Sandy Koufax, 1965, 9" x 12"
Paul Waner, 1942, 9" x 12"
Christy Mathewson, 1909, 9" x 12"
Babe Ruth, 1919, 16" x 20"
Babe Ruth, 1932, 36" x 53"
Lou Gehrig, July 4, 1939, 48" x 84"
That last Gehrig painting was probably the most insane thing I've ever worked on, and certainly as of now, the largest. I think my hair's gone quite gray because of it.
Comments and critiques are ALWAYS appreciated, even if they're bad and smelly!!
Hope everyone's keeping warm.
Graig
www.twitter.com/graigkreindler
www.facebook.com/graigkreindler
Is it your wedding you mentioned?
Gehrig? You made me feel like I was there the day he made his famous speech.
These efforts are beyond words. Once again, you have been given an AMAZING talent and you are using it well.
Congrats on your upcoming wedding.
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Bruce, thank you for your compliments! It is indeed my wedding, though it'll be in a few months, so I'm hoping that things will be warm(er) by then. One can only hope.
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Congratulations on getting hitched!
I've run out of accolades!
I've viewed your work for some time now - and - if humanly possible? You get better with every pic you post!
The Gehrig piece speaks to me.
Thanx for sharing - and I will say - some day down the road - if there's something that I would like hanging in my house - you're the person I would want to make that a reality.
And if ever I can make a reality of you having a painting in your home, you let me know. I'd be honored to be there.
Graig
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As always your work is spectacular. I see you have a website, twitter, and facebook....I think it might be time to move towards Instagram, it's the new thing and your work would be best represented there. Just my opinion.
Great work again.
Paul
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Geordie
Dodgers collection scans | Brett Butler registry | 1978 Dodgers - straight 9s, homie
Did you also do a Ruth's last appearance at Yankee Stadium?
I can't tell you how cool that PlayBall! book is w/ your paintings.
Congrats w/the wedding!!!
Paul, I've been thinking a bit about Instagram too, though I have yet to really explore all of the ins and outs of it. I would imagine that that whole process won't be too far ahead into the future. I think. But man, all of this social media stuff is hard to keep up with sometimes!
Cubfan89, thank you so much for your kind words!! I did indeed do two paintings of Ruth's farewell address to Yankee Stadium in '47, but I've never attempted the famous Nat Fein shot of him wearing his old #3. I've enclosed those two paintings below, in case you hadn't seen them:
Graig
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You should do the famous Fein shot of Ruth. That would probably wind up being one of your Masterpieces!
<< <i>Paul, I've been thinking a bit about Instagram too, though I have yet to really explore all of the ins and outs of it. I would imagine that that whole process won't be too far ahead into the future. I think. But man, all of this social media stuff is hard to keep up with sometimes!
Graig >>
The cool thing about Instagram is that you can post on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter all at the same time!
https://www.psacard.com/psasetregistry/pdub1819/othersets/6204
<< <i>Thank you so much for all of your wonderful comments, guys. I REALLY appreciate them. For serious. Every time I post on this thing, I feel like y'all give me so much confidence. And the fact that you take time out of your day to let me know how you feel about my work means a lot. And it would mean a lot even if you didn't like it!
Paul, I've been thinking a bit about Instagram too, though I have yet to really explore all of the ins and outs of it. I would imagine that that whole process won't be too far ahead into the future. I think. But man, all of this social media stuff is hard to keep up with sometimes!
Cubfan89, thank you so much for your kind words!! I did indeed do two paintings of Ruth's farewell address to Yankee Stadium in '47, but I've never attempted the famous Nat Fein shot of him wearing his old #3. I've enclosed those two paintings below, in case you hadn't seen them:
Graig >>
After seeing these 2 paintings, I'll say it again---Better than Perez!
Cubfan89, I did set up at the National in Cleveland in '09, but haven't since. It was honestly one of the most fun weekends I can ever remember having. I got the chance to meet so many wonderful people and even had time to paint! The enclosed two photos show the highlight for me, though:
There couldn't have been a nicer man than Bob Feller. What a gentleman, and a great ambassador for the game. I was honored to present him with that painting for his museum.
Hopefully I can make it back to the National as a vendor soon. Though, since '09, I've gone every year as a guest. It's still one of the annual weekends that makes me the happiest. And it's not even so much for all of the stuff I'd love to buy (or convince myself to do so), but adding that to the socialization part is pretty magical. Having good friends around ya with similar passions, it can't be beat.
Thanks again,
Graig
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I just got this painting back from the photographers today:
Mickey Mantle, April 17, 1951, 20" x 46"
I was thinking and looking around for a proper title for the piece a while back, and finally came across something that worked. After reading the below excerpt from the NY Times the day after Mantle's first game (which this painting depicts), I realized that the title 'A Bewildered Bystander' was perfect. Check it:
Those four paragraphs certainly say plenty about how intimidating it must have been for a 19-year old kid from a small mining town to become the heir-apparent to DiMaggio and the centerpiece of the legendary Yankees. And speaking of DiMaggio, I wonder if his mentioned actions were purposefully done. If so, they definitely speak volumes about that persona of the man that we're left with today. Yikes.
Anywho, I hope you dig the painting!!
Graig
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Bob, unfortunately I do not sell any reproductions at this time. Though it might change in the future, I'm unsure as to when that would happen. Either way, I'll keep everyone on the boards posted!
Graig
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<< <i>Thank you so much for your compliments, everyone. I really appreciate them more than I can articulate.
Cubfan89, I did set up at the National in Cleveland in '09, but haven't since. It was honestly one of the most fun weekends I can ever remember having. I got the chance to meet so many wonderful people and even had time to paint! The enclosed two photos show the highlight for me, though:
>>
I shook your hand that week sir. I was I really enjoyed your pieces. Another good place for pictures is the Library of Congress. You have to kind of pick through things but they have some really neat stuff. Library of Congress Online Catalog
My Sandberg topps basic set
My Sandberg Topps Master set
Graig
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check out this interesting article about Graig:
http://baseballart.com/graig-kreindler-talks-baseball-art/
I honestly believe you're the best artist I've ever seen.
"Live everyday, don't throw it away"
<< <i>Hey guys,
I just got this painting back from the photographers today:
Mickey Mantle, April 17, 1951, 20" x 46" >>
I cannot repeat myself enough, your artwork is absolutely stunning, Graig.
I really appreciate the kind words.
Graig
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<< <i>I did set up at the National in Cleveland in '09, but haven't since. >>
I remember seeing you at the Cleveland show in 2009. Seriously, I've been to the Baseball Hall of Fame, they have paintings there, and some of your pieces definitely deserve to be there. Simply amazing... way better than the actual photographs.
And man, I love the photo. Do you have anymore from our booth or anything?
Graig
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Hope you're all keeping cool.
With some cool timing by my photographers, I just got these guys back:
Carl Hubbell, July 10, 1934, 29" x 35"
Jackie Robinson & Yogi Berra, September 28, 1955, 30" x 36"
Today is actually the 79th anniversary for the Hubbell painting scene - warming up on the sidelines before he struck out Ruth, Gehrig, Foxx, Simmons and Cronin in succession during the '34 All-Star Game. Hubbell's always been one of my favorite players as a few of you know, so this painting was an absolute joy to create.
The second guy is hopefully a bit more obvious as to what it depicts - quite the photo finish!
Anywho, comments and crits are always appreciated. The color adjusting is almost there, but still might be a little off in some places.
Looking forward to seeing some of y'all in Chicago!
Graig
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Feel like selling a print of it?
I'd love to meet at the National too
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Tabe, unfortunately, I don't offer any reproductions of my work at this time - it's just originals for now!
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I really love the level of detail on the Hubbell. The Polo Grounds really come alive. It looks like something that happened earlier today.
<< <i>Tabe, unfortunately, I don't offer any reproductions of my work at this time - it's just originals for now! >>
BOOOOOOOOOOOO.
I don't blame ya. Still.....BOOOOOOOOOOOOO.
Hope everyone's keeping cool as summer winds down.
I got these four back from the photographers a few days ago today.
Louis Sockalexis, 1895, 11" x 14"
Babe Ruth, 1928, 16" x 20"
Ed Walsh, 1913, 14" x 20"
Kankol, 30" x 34"
Regarding the last image, it depicts a ballplayer nicknamed 'Kankol', who played with the Zulu Cannibal Giants in the '30s and '40s. They were a Negro League ball club that were technically not associated with a formal league. Often they turned ball games into comedic acts, much like the Harlem Globetrotters would do for basketball. The ball club toured throughout the country in the 1930s and ‘40s as a popular novelty act, playing in war paint, grass skirts, and their bare feet. Even their bats were made to resemble Ethiopian war clubs. Despite how jarring the image might look to us in 2013, it is a reality of baseball’s pre-integration era.
Anywho, as per usual, any comments/critiques/problems/whatever are always welcome.
Thanks for checking 'em out!
Graig
www.twitter.com/graigkreindler
www.facebook.com/graigkreindler
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
While I am on a little vacation, Dean might castrate me if I stay completely idle. So, here's a shot I got back from the photographers this week:
Ty Cobb, 1913, 24" x 30"
The Cobb was a lot of fun to paint, especially since it's such a classic image of the man. I just wish that I could have locked down more information about the date - we know that it was fom Navin Field, and probably 1913, but nothing else. I actually have a time lapse video of me in action with this one, which I can hopefully have edited and out on YouTube soonish. Hopefully it doesn't make me look too silly.
Anywho, as per usual, all of your comments, be they good or bad, are greatly appreciated.
Hope ya dig 'em!
Graig
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Stingray, unfortunately this one's already sold. If you wanted to commission a different Cobb painting, that could certainly be arranged.
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