On the easel...

[GKreindler]

Hey all,

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

[aquarius31]

Graig, I will state the obvious and say that your paintings are absolutely amazing! I have viewed this thread several times and get excited each time I see your new works...spectacular! I have always preferred larger works of art such as these ones although I don't have any of my own other than some great 19th century prints and woodcuts.

Out of curiosity, have you done any paintings of 19th century players or teams? I have a great one in mind when I have the funds Good luck with wedding planning!

[quinnsryche]

Graig, I have stated before and will again, you are an AMAZING artist! The realism you bring to the human form ranks just this side of Rembrandt himself. I know that's a pretty lofty statement but I truly believe it to be so. Both artists display a immeasurable talent for bringing a deep richness of humanity to your subject. Almost photographic in quality, yet still grasping an artistic flair that a photo is not capable of. Absolutely beautiful and breathtaking with every example. We are all the better for being able to enjoy your work. Bravo!
Hope that's not too gushy!

[murphusa]

the Cobb in this months Legendary Auction is great! wish I had it to get it

[Forever Young]

Originally Posted by murphusa

the Cobb in this months Legendary Auction is great! wish I had it to get it

I just got my catalogue today.. so cool. I wish I had that coin too. I am lucky to have what I have. Your work is simply the best. The Cobb is just beautiful Graig.. truly the class of the catalogue. You're the man.

http://www.legendaryauctions.com/Lot...-Cobb-%22Navin

[Jaybird]

Incredible work. I'm just taken by the images and need a few minutes to scan and ruminate on each one. That's what art is about for me, just taking the time and appreciating the nuances. Wow. Thanks for posting. Incredible sadness in Waner's eyes.

[Kawika]

Had the pleasure of meeting Graig in Baltimore at the National last summer. He is a cool young dude. If I had his skills I'd be painting naked chicks, just saying, but let us be grateful that Graig is devoted to honoring our beloved National Game. Having hung out with the artist, and being able to call him a friend, adds an immeasurable provenance to the artwork which graces my Fortress of Solitude. I am lucky as Hell. He'll get all kine bashful and self-effacing when you compliment him thusly but someday, mark my words, Cooperstown will honor the lad.