Ken Griffey, Jr.

Ken Griffey, Jr. watches it leave the park
by Eduardo Vela

I started watching baseball at the height of Ken Griffey, Jr.'s reign. Even though injuries derailed what could have been a record breaking career, he still commands the love and respect of sports fans. In a fit of nostalgia, I was compelled to create this art piece.

In this painting, I wanted to capture the essence of the sweet swinging lefty. The color palette had an, almost, mystical look - one I must have subconsciously borrowed from all my fantasy art influences. I believe it serves to enhance the mystique Griffey, Jr. brings to the painting all by himself.