My Kreindler project

[effe]

As you may imagine I'm still in shock. This is by far the best item I've ever won. Over the past few days I've been scouring the web for possible subjects. I'm not a photo collector so I really didn't have any potential candidates in my collection. While I've come up with a few, I realized I'm ignoring what is likely the best resource out there, you guys. So here it goes...As someone already guessed, I'm a Milwaukee baseball fan so if you you've got any ideas for subjects you wouldn't mind sharing I'd love to see them.

Attached below are the potential candidates I've found out there. Feel free to critique them as well.

[slidekellyslide]

Hank Aaron on one knee or Hank jumping against the fence....you can't go wrong with either of those IMO.

[RTK]

Originally Posted by slidekellyslide

Hank Aaron on one knee or Hank jumping against the fence....you can't go wrong with either of those IMO.

This. Mr Aaron is a great subject. I tend to like action shots with old ballparks in the background. Aaron playing defense is not something we think of often, it's a unique subject matter. The fence has wonderful texture too.

[sebie43]

Cant go wrong with that first Aaron

[yanks12025]

Were you buying a bigger size. Cause I think the size of the raffle is big enough for a portrait, I remember them saying something about this.

[effe]

Originally Posted by yanks12025

Were you buying a bigger size. Cause I think the size of the raffle is big enough for a portrait, I remember them saying something about this.

I thought of that as I was posting them this morning. I kind of figured that would eliminate the Aaron jumping photo, but based on my brief correspondence with Graig, I think the Aaron on knee photo would work. Plus it has Milwaukee County Stadium in the backdrop.

[gregr2]

My 2 cents, I think the Aaron on his knee would work great for this project.

[mark evans]

If you decide to go for a portrait, you might consider a painting of his 1958 Topps card. The bright green background, I should think, would be quite striking. Plus, you get Braves logo, etc., not to mention his name for viewing guests who don't know baseball.

[billyb]

Effe,
I am so glad you are sharing this process with everyone, as for many of us, it is a learning experience of what we can and cannot get done. (size matters).
Future winners will have a better idea of the whole process, from this point to completion.
Congratulations again, and, I like Aaron kneeling also.

Bill

Maybe with this we can lure you to the photographic side.

[Lordstan]

Congrats on the win. Color me very jealous. No doubt you will enjoy this item forever.
My personal bias is for Graig to create his paintings from B+W images. I feel like he really gets to bring the image to life by starting with a more blank canvas.

My favorite of the ones you posted, BY FAR, is the Aaron jumping at the fence. It is a spectacular image that would make an incredible painting, but probably not at 16x20. Unfortunately, I think it would need to be bigger to really get the full impact and majesty of that shot. From talking with Graig, it's my understanding that he feels 16x20 size is most appropriate for portrait type images. Even the one kneeling would probably look a bit better with a slightly vertically longer canvas to keep the full effect.
You might consider talking with Graig about different sizes and how much extra they would cost. I'm not sure if the extra cost is doable for you, but knowing whether what size is your absolute limit will help you decide on the best photo.

I would speak to Graig now about your ideas. He is full of ...great ides(bet you thought I was going to say something else ) and can help guide you through the process.

The good news is that no matter what you choose, you will love it.When I got mine, I posted this thread.
http://www.net54baseball.com/showthr...=kreindleritis

[Runscott]

I love 'Aaron Leaping'. If Graig thinks it would lose too much Aaron detail in a smaller painting, maybe something like this?

[Lordstan]

Originally Posted by Runscott

I love 'Aaron Leaping'. If Graig thinks it would lose too much Aaron detail in a smaller painting, maybe something like this?

That would be an awesome painting.



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[billyb]

RunScott,

Wow, my new favorite.

[prestigecollectibles]

What happened to effe? If he is too busy or can't decide, maybe there should be a new winner

[billyb]

John told me he is a card guy.

Rumor is now, after looking at all these photos, he is selling his card collection to buy photos..........LOL

[sebie43]

Thanks Graig, I learned alot about the procees that I had no idea of. And I like how it fills in the life story of these great paintings, awesome stuff.

[GKreindler]

Lance, I just hope that your knock-offs aren't non-Yankees - then I'll be jealous.

I'm glad you guys enjoyed that last post. I'll keep things in that spirit, and if you have any further questions that you feel like asking, don't hesitate to. Once I get to actually painting the thing, it might be a bit tougher to articulate things, but I'll certainly do my best.

Graig

[billyb]

Graig,
Thanks for sharing the set up process, I had no clue all that was needed. You definitely have great knowledge, not to mention your skill. Combined, you are the tops.

Thanks for sharing

Bill

[thecatspajamas]

Originally Posted by GKreindler

Lance, I just hope that your knock-offs aren't non-Yankees - then I'll be jealous.

I thought that was going to be in the next step: "Selection of Subject -When selecting the subject for your painting, strong consideration should be given to popular deceased players from New York. If none of the popular dead Yankees can be settled upon, any obscure player may be suitable, provided he is depicted wearing pinstripes."

[Scott Garner]

Graig,
I'm digging the process steps. VERY cool!

[ramram]

Love seeing the process. Keep 'em coming. May not want to show too much of your secrets though cuz a bunch of us might start doing our own paintings. Can't be that hard can it....?

lol


Rob M.

[Lordstan]

Graig,
It really is a beauty. That photo was a great choice.
Now for the most important question. When is the next raffle?

[billyb]

Mark,
I hope to be posting something in the next couple of weeks. Just want to focus on John and his new addition to his collection.

Bill

[CW]

You can really see the youthful exuberance in Aaron's face, despite the fact that he's in a relaxed pose. Graig, you captured it perfectly. Little did Hank know of the milestone he'd pass 18 years later. Love the painting!

[yanksfan09]

Gorgeous! The lighting is fantastic. Congrats all around!

[billyb]

John
Just curious, do you have a spot all picked out for the painting????

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

Nice painting

[gregr2]

Awesome! Can't wait to win the next one! :-)

[billyb]

John,
You are more then welcome John, it truly was my pleasure. Thanx for sharing, it looks great. You answered my next question. Do They look better in person? And your answer.....WOW!
Enough said.

Billyb