Kreindleritis

[GKreindler]

Hey all,

A couple of people have contacted me (and apparently some other board members) to ask about the pricing and processes of the commissions we take on. So, I thought I'd try to lay down some info in case anyone else was interested.

Regarding prices, well they only relate to sizes right now, not at all with complexity or player. With that in mind, we have basically three tiers of possible sizes. On the small end, these are the set numbers:

9" x 12"s are $2400
11" x 14"s are $2600
12" x 16"s are $2800
16" x 20"s (the size of Lordstan's Gehrig) are $3000

Once you get to 18" x 24", you're in the medium sized range of prices. Those paintings end up being $8.50 a square inch. So, an 18" x 24" would cost $3672, or a 22" x 30" would cost $5610. Jacksons Matty painting, at 26" x 36" would be $7956.

The larger size range starts at 30" x 40", and those end up being $8.00 a square inch. So, a 30" x 40" would be $9600, or a 38" x 52" would be $15808.

Right now, the wait time that Dean (my agent) has been telling people has been about two years. Depending on the size and/or complexity of the piece, it might be done sooner, as I seem to be able to knock out the simple portraits in less time.

Regarding payment, our policy is a 1/3 non-refundable deposit down, the next 1/3 for when I'm about halfway done with the painting, and the last 1/3 upon completion. Also, there would be an extra charge for crating and shipping, unless of course you were able to come pick the painting up from either Bronxville, NY or Brooklyn, NY. I'm not exactly sure how much that part of it costs in the end, but since Dean uses practically bomb-proof packaging, I'm pretty sure it runs in the range of the mid-hundreds. Either way, I can certainly get you a better idea if need be.

Now, Dean is really flexible with payment schedules if they are so desired. In other words, he's often taken a small deposit of a couple of hundred dollars just to reserve a spot in the queue. Or, sometimes he allows the payments to be broken up into monthly installments. I guess whatever your situation is, he's more than happy to make it work. Additionally, as a point of interest, Dean raises these prices about twice a year (he just raised them about a month ago), so sending in an initial deposit locks you in on that rate for that particular painting. To learn more about all of that stuff, it's definitely worth contacting Dean.

Speaking of contacting, well, if you have any further questions for me, feel free to throw a private message my way, or email me at gkreindler@gmail.com. Or, if you want to go straight to Dean, he can be reached at 914.779.7979 or through baseball@objects-images.com.

Thanks so much for the interest in my work, guys - it's very much appreciated.

Graig

[Lordstan]

Just as an FYI, The shipping on my painting was $120. Considering the tank it came in, I have no problem with the cost.

I also wanted to say, in regard to purchasing a painting, Graig's manager Dean is a really good guy who was very flexible with me payment wise. His flexibility allowed me to be able to afford the picture.

Mark

[thekingofclout]

Originally Posted by Lordstan

Just as an FYI, The shipping on my painting was $120. Considering the tank it came in, I have no problem with the cost.

I also wanted to say, in regard to purchasing a painting, Graig's manager Dean is a really good guy who was very flexible with me payment wise. His flexibility allowed me to be able to afford the picture.

Mark

Dean is more flexible than you think Mark. I've seen photos of him in his hot tub!

[milkit1]

so at $8 per square inch I COULD get a nifty 20 square inch hal chase for $160

[timzcardz]

Originally Posted by thekingofclout

Dean is more flexible than you think Mark. I've seen photos of him in his hot tub!

And is that your next commision?

[Forever Young]

....http://sportscollectorsdaily.ning.co...t?context=user

It is incredible.

[Lordstan]

First off,
Thanks Barry and Barry. It looks even better in person.

Originally Posted by thekingofclout

Dean is more flexible than you think Mark. I've seen photos of him in his hot tub!

Jimmy,
Waaaaaaay too much information!

Originally Posted by milkit1

so at $8 per square inch I COULD get a nifty 20 square inch hal chase for $160

Sean,
That's a 4x5 painting. Probably the right size to start your own card set.

Originally Posted by Forever Young

....http://sportscollectorsdaily.ning.co...t?context=user

It is incredible.

Ben,
That is incredible. I guess now you are in the euphoric phase of stage 4!
Unless it's your second, then you'd be at stage 5. Welcome to the club.

How big is it?

Best to all,
Mark

[Forever Young]

Mark,

It is 26 by 38. Worth its weight in gold...

Ben

Originally Posted by Lordstan

First off,
Thanks Barry and Barry. It looks even better in person.




Jimmy,
Waaaaaaay too much information!




Sean,
That's a 4x5 painting. Probably the right size to start your own card set.



Ben,
That is incredible. I guess now you are in the euphoric phase of stage 4!
Unless it's your second, then you'd be at stage 5. Welcome to the club.

How big is it?

Best to all,
Mark

[ptr002]

Ben,

Great painting of the Bambino. Sure was worth the wait. I can't wait until mine is finished.

[Lordstan]

So it's been a few years since I updated this thread. For various reasons, I only just got around to framing my Kreindler masterpiece and wanted to show the board.

The photo isn't perfect, but it gives the general idea. I can't wait for it's final home to be available for me to hang it and photograph the painting properly. It looks soooooo much better in person.