Lost In The Fog

"There was a quiet hush in the stands at Belmont Park on June 11, 2005 when the 8th race of the days card, the G-II Riva Ridge Breeders Cup Stake got set for post. The publics betting choice, Lost in the Fog, would be trying for his 7th consecutive victory. Tom painted this to commemorate the great racing talent who has been making headlines for the Gilchrist Racing Team and owner Harry Aleo in recent days. Tom feels a strong connection with the horse, due to his own career. Trainer Greg Gilchrist, whom Tom had ridden for many years, along with owner Harry Aleo, and rode with regular Jockey, Russell Baze for close to 20 years. Lost in the Fog is stabled at Golden Gate Fields in Albany, Ca. Tom has incorporated the Golden Gate bridge into this background shrouded by fog, commonly seen in this area. GGF is a racetrack where Tom Chapman spent a good many years, riding and winning races himself." 3 sizes of prints available.

"The starters job is not always an easy one in beginning the horse race. Before the starter releases the horses he/she should not do so until all horses are lined up and all 4 feet are on the ground. Or would be for an ideal start anyway. This is not always possible, as you may have noticed that some horses aren't alltogether at ease within the confines of the gate. This painting Tom has done gives you a look at an ideal start of a race. Horses leaving in their given path and breaking straight."

A Clean Break

Setting Up For The Turn, Bay Meadows

"As the field of horses leave the starting gate at Bay Meadows, one is quick to notice the strong, muscular hindquarters of the race horse. These powerful hindquarters thrust a horse so hard from their alotted numbered stalls, that often they leave a deep groove in the track where the hindfeet had rested in the gate, . . . as a rut a car might leave in the mud after spinning it's wheels. Behind the gate is a great place to watch the start of a race. Looking at the field from this angle shows the strength and their willingness to race as they dig in hard to gain their momentum. One can learn a great deal by watching a horse and how he/she leaves the gate. This painting is 18" X 36" in oil."

It's All In The Hands

"Outside of the usual art world circles, Tom is fast becoming well known for his "Name That Painting" contests! In September 2003, this was the painting we had needing a good name. We've had some good contests in the past but this was by far the biggest as the turn out nearly tripled from previous contests. We had so many participants Tom gave consolation prizes to four runner ups. This is a painting loved by most as we believe it hits us right where we live."

"Tom began painting this upon accepting an invitation from Aimee Smith (Turf Club Director at Hollywood Park) to be the 2002-2003 feature artist showcased to represent the Turf Club at Hollywood Park beginning Nov. 8. The painting depicts a 6 horse blanket finish on the Hollywood Turf course. We combined this memorable occasion with our Name That Painting contest held from Sept. 25 - Nov. 1. The title we chose out of 150 plus entrants that sent us names for the paintings title."

Hold All Tickets

Seabiscuit, An American Legend

"Horse of the year in 1938, was the year he won the greatest match race in history. Best Older Male in '37. The upper right depicts the match against War Admiral, winner of 1937's Triple Crown. The match, run on Nov. 1, 1938 in Marylandd, it was "The Pimlico Special".  Seabiscuit, was the much under-rated underdog, with George Woolf up.  Experts said he'd never touch the Triple Crown winner. The race earned him 'Horse of the Year' title in 1938. The main image is the post parade of the 1938 Bay Meadows Hcp. which he won, with George Woolf up. Top left, he's shown in the winners circle after winning The Santa Anita Hcp. on March 2, 1940 with Red Pollard up. It was his final race and made him the worlds leading money winner of those times, with a record of 33-15-13 from his 89 trips to post, and earnings of $437,730.00."

"This is a dynamic painting of champion Tiznow, and his jockey Chris McCarron. The painting was unveiled at the Del Mar Yearling Sale on August 13, 2001. Tom, along with Chris McCarron were there on hand to sign autographs, and prints of this great champion. Tiznow is owned by Michael Cooper, and Cecilia Straub-Rubens Trust. He is trained by Jay Robbins in So. California, and is ridden by jockey Chris McCarron. Among his many accomplishments: The Super Derby at Louisiana Downs (where Tiznow romped), the Breeders' Cup Classic (the only Cal. bred ever to have won it) defeated Giant's Causeway by a neck. More recently he won the G-II San Fernando Breeders' Cup Hcp., and the G-I Santa Anita Hcp. He captured two highly esteemed Eclipse Awards in 2000. Three Year Old Colt Of The Year, and Horse Of The Year. This painting is a tribute to Tiznow, a great champion."

Tiznow, America's Horse

Catchin' Waves Del Mar

"One of the things that is so great about art, is that it allows for limitless use of the imagination. It makes the work such a joy to do. Tom did this painting with the upcoming Summer meeting at Del Mar in mind. It is such a scenic atmosphere there, that Tom was able to get very creative, while still keeping their,. . . "where the surf meets the turf" theme in mind. In Toms painting he shows the surf crashing with racing excitement as the Summer Meeting at Del Mar. . . draws close at hand."

"This is one of Toms favorite times of the day at a racetrack, and this is such a familiar site after the races at any given racetrack, anywhere in the world. This is also one of my own very favorite paintings that Tom has done. Even after the races, there is still a great deal of work left to do. Cooling out the horses after their bath, then feeding, rubbing down the horses muscles, bandaging and bedding the stall down nice and comfy after the horse has had a trying day racing. This is a very relaxing piece because of the late afternoon light, but also because the horse and his groom look ready for the days end. These animals often live a better life than many people do."

The Walk Home, After The Last

Charge To The Wire

"Tom always wanted to do a painting with this view point. This one gives the viewer a feeling that this horse may run him down should he stay too long in that spot. The painting is fairly large, which helps make it to look a bit more dramatic."

"This gives you a jockey's point of view as they are turning into the lane for the final drive to the wire. The blurred background helps emphasize movement. A jockey will do 1 of 2 things from here. He could wheel out to the outside, if he thought he could afford to lose that much ground, or wait to see if the horses spread, and open a hole to drive through. It's hard to imagine getting racing room when you are looking at a wall of horses just in front of where you're positioned. Amazingly enough,...holes will open up for you to drive right on through."

Quarter Mile To Go

Point Given, Triumphant

"Point Given and Gary Stevens make for a vibrant, almost exotic painting. With the bright colored silks of owner Prince Ahmed bin Salman, to the rich chestnut color of Point Given. In 2001, he won 6 of 7 races, 5 of which were G-I stakes, including the Preakness, and Belmont. His only defeat in 2001 was the Kentucky Derby. He earned, in total $3,968,500.00. Trained by Bob Baffert, and ridden by jockey, Gary Stevens. Point Given stands at Three Chimneys Farm, in Kentucky."

"This painting shows the excitement of these young horses as they enjoy the winters' first snow. This painting will be available soon in Gicleé print. You will notice it also has come in handy as one of the most popular Christmas cards we've had on the site. You'll find it on the Specialties page"

First Snow

Who'll Go To The Lead?

"When you leave the starting gate, the first thing you want to do is get your horse under control, and into good position. This painting shows the horses just a few strides out of the gate, and the race in around two turns, so the jocks are just trying to ease them into stride without getting too much run on their minds."

"This is a whimsical look at horse racing. In the painting, the horses are wearing the colors, boots and pants, while the jockeys are nude. Every once in a while I like to make a joke in my paintings. Imagine how hard it was posing nude in front of a mirror while I painted the jockeys."

Bareback Handicap

High Octane

"One of Toms most dramatic pieces, and Tom has done a couple of others in similar poses. Tom has painted this with a lot of energy. Or one might even say it's got lots of heat. Tom has used a very dark background, and he used bright primary, and secondary colors trying to make the painting look as though it's glowing. Tom has certainly achieved his objective with this gorgeous, almost spooky look. It was named "High Octane", because the horse in this painting appears to be throwing off flames from behind. The painting just jumps out at you, and cries out to be looked at." Here is another very different view of High Octane. Click Here

"Tom decided to do this painting after the September 11, attacks on the World Trade Center,and Pentagon. He was inspired to do something with the colors of the flag in it. To show his love for this country, and how proud he is to be an American. He did another painting a few years back with this image, and decided to re-paint it, using different colors."

America Rides

All Dressed Up, With No Place To Go

"This is a close cropped view of the horses turning for home. The guys behind are just hoping, and praying for a hole to open up so they can drive their own horse through it."

"This scene depicts the dead of winter in Kentucky. The painting shows the inquisitive nature of horses. I believe they check us out as much as we do them."

Yearlings First Winter

Posing at the Wire

"Many jockeys, when they know that they won't get caught, they will pose real pretty for the photo finish. I close cropped this, and used neon-like colors to bring attention more to the jockey."

Gicleé Prices Title of Print Sizes Price of Print 1. Lost in the Fog 11" x 14"          w/150 prints available $120. 16" x 20"          w/100 prints available $250. 20" x 24"            w/50  prints available $400. 2. A Clean Break 10" x 20"           w/75 prints available $200. 15" x 30"           w/25 prints available $400. 3. Setting Up For The Turn, BM  10" x 20"           w/75 prints available $200.  15" x 30"           w/25 prints available  $400. 4. Secretariat 11" x 14" $120. 16" x 20" $250. 24" x 30" $500. 5. It's All In The Hands 11" x 14" $120. 16" x 20" $250. 24" x 30" $500. 6. Hold All Tickets 10" x 20" $200. 18" x 36" $500. 7. Seabiscuit, An American Legend 16" x 20" $250. 24" x 30" $500. 8. Tiznow - Horse of the Year 20" x 15" $250. 28" x 22" $500. 9. Catchin' Waves at Del Mar 20" x 16" $250. 30" x 24" $500. Prints Available on Canvas 10. The Walk Home After The Last 20" x 16" $250. 11. Charge to the Wire 20" x 16" $250. 30" x 24" $500. 12. Quarter Mile To Go 16" x 20" $250. 24" x 30" $500. 13. Point Given Triumphant 14" x 21" $300. 20" x 30" $500. 14. First Snow 12" x 16" $180. 18" x 24" $300. 15. Who'll Go To The Lead 16" x 24" $300. 24" x 36" $500. Shipping & Handling Included 16. Bareback Handicap 16" x 20" $250. 24" x 30" $500. 17. High Octane 20" x 10" $200. 36" x 18" $500. 18. America Rides 10" x 20" $200. 18" x 36" $500. 19. All Dressed Up, No Place To Go 20" x 10" $200. 18" x 36" $500. 20. Yearlings First Winter 12" x 24" $250. 21. Posing at the Wire 10" x 20" $200. 18" x 36" $500. $form_values$ To indicate an interest in purchase, please check any boxes that may apply and then fill out the form below. Indicate the size you'd like to buy in the space provided for comments! All Form Fields Must Be Filled Out If anything in the form such as address 2 does not apply to you, simply put N/A (Not Applicable) in that box. Thanks for your attention. Select Image:  Lost in the Fog  A Clean Break  Setting Up for the Turn  Secretariat  It's All In The Hands  Hold All Tickets  Seabiscuit, The Legend  Tiznow America's Horse  Catchin' Waves at Del Mar  Walk Home After The Last  Charge To The Wire  Quarter Mile To Go  Point Given Triumphant  First Snow  Who'll Go To The Lead  Bareback Handicap  High Octane  America Rides  All Dressed Up  Yearlings First Winter  Posing At The Wire Name:    First:   Last: Address 1:       Address 2:       City/Town:          State:       Zip Code:         -     4 Digit Postal Code: E-Mail:       Phone:      1 + Area Code:       -      -    Comments: