Hey all,
Just got these three back from the photographers today. The color-correction isn't quite there yet, but it's pretty darn close.
I'm not gonna lie, I had a BALL painting these three, all for different reasons.
Mike Kelly, 1887, 12" x 16"
Dutch Revelle, 1908, 12" x 16"
Willie Keeler, 1912, 20" x 16"
I've always wanted to try King Kelly, and the only thing standing between me and that was finding a quality scan of that image. Luckily the Hall of Fame came through. I only wish I could find a crap-ton of photos like these of the 19th century boys. I have a handful left that I'll be doing in the future, but always want to see more.
Dutch was also a treat. If nothing else, he was such a fun subject to tackle, especially being one of the more 'obscure' T206ers. I'm terribly fascinated by those guys, players who people today know so little about, but at that time, were beloved. Well, maybe it was a little different with Dutch, since he didn't make it to the bigs, but in the Southern league, I know he was quite the prospect. If I'm not mistaken, the Highlanders took a couple of looks at him over the years?
And, Keeler. What a face he had!! I'd been drawn to this image ever since I saw it, because of the wrinkles, the stands, and the jersey. Of course, that Dodger blue couldn't have hurt either.
Anywho, hope you enjoy 'em. Feel free to toss any critiques, questions or comments my way!
Thanks for reading,
Graig