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Giclée (zheeclay) - is a French term which in this case means "spray of
ink". An Iris ink jet print on watercolor paper or
canvas is known as a Giclée. It is a relatively new
technology. The cornerstone of the process is the
enhanced Iris 3047 digital ink jet printers which have
been specifically modified for fine art precision. The
printers use a continuous tone technology in which
infinitely small pixels of color are capable of
rendering an amazingly smooth, and consistent image. The
substrate to be printed on is affixed to a drum, and as
the drum rotates at a high speed, individual droplets of
colors are sprayed onto the surface at a rate of 4-5
million droplets per second. Once completed a 34" x 46"
image is comprised of almost 20 billion droplets of ink,
each one measuring no more than microns in diameter.
In this process, we use the most archival water-based
organic inks available in the world. We then complete
the print by applying UV light retardant, and light
stabilizer post-coatings. The results are museum-quality
prints. These prints are hard to distinguish from the
original paintings.
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Now Available in Giclée Prints
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| "Foaled April 1, 2004 in Kentucky, Zenyatta began her career at age three. This champion mare has won fourteen of her fourteen starts to date. Twelve of her fourteen starts have been Graded stakes, eight of which have been Grade I events. Zenyatta is one of only a handful of American Thoroughbreds who remains undefeated. Purchased as a yearling at the Keeneland Sales for a modest $60,000.00, by Jerry and Ann Moss, this super horse trained by John Shirreffs has earned a total of $5,474,580.00. Before a crowd of 58,000 people, Zenyatta had all mesmerized, as they rose to their feet cheering her on for this classic victory. Zenyatta crossed the wire a length in front of some of the finest males in the Thoroughbred industry. Covering the mile and a quarter race in 2:00.62. Zenyatta is the first mare to have captured the North American premier BC Classic in its 26-year history. She did it in classic Zenyatta style coming out of the gate, racing last, till making her move in the final turn. She then picked off rivals one after another making her way to the outside, exploding with her lengthy, gliding stride to collar Gio Ponti in the final sixteenth mile. Classic Zenyatta!" | 
Classic Zenyatta
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 Rachel Alexandra, Woodward Winner
"Rachel Alexandra once again reigns supreme when facing older males in the $750,000.00 G-I Woodward Stakes winning by a head over a bold charge from Macho Again, at Saratoga Race Course in New York on September 5, 2009. A crowd of more than 31,000 people were in attendance to watch the phenomenal filly. Setting the pace at breakneck speed, first quarter in 22.4, jockey Calvin Borel got Rachel Alexandra settled for a more conservative half. Rachel Alexandra is the first female to ever win the Woodward Stakes, where she faced older males for the first time in her career. Only one other 3 year old filly had attempted to win the Woodward Stakes, and that was Summer Guest back in 1972. This victory makes the daughter of Medaglia d'Oro the first filly to win a G-I unrestricted route race on dirt in New York since the system of grading races began in '73. No doubt, one of the best fillies of our time, and is sure to be considered for Horse of the Year honors."
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| "Rachel Alexandra races to an awestruck crowd on May 1, 2009 in Louisville, KY., as this filly by Medaglio d'Oro seemingly appeared to sprout wings and fly past six rivals in the 135th running of the G-I Kentucky Oaks, winning by a stunning record 20 1/4 lengths, the largest margin since at least 1910, which is as far back as the track's records go. The winners share of $554,500. was the biggest success in racing her trainer, Hal R. Wiggins has ever enjoyed in his many years as a trainer. He said of charge, "she's more than I'd ever thought I'd had." And for jockey Calvin Borel who genuinely loves this three year old filly more than any horse he's known, "she's just the best horse I've ever been on in my entire life!" He spoke the words with absolute conviction. It's more than a bond with Calvin and Rachel, horse and rider, a good team, partnership, or a big crowd pleaser. They are a Phenomenon! Champions that on Kentucky Oaks day, it was as if winged angels carried them through the 1 1/8 mile race in 1.48.4/5! Sharp from the gate, the pair were content to track Gabbys Golden Gal from just off her flank. Calvin sat chilly aboard a very relaxed, but very focused Rachel Alexandra. Just outside the quarter pole she moved outside entering into her own zone. she took command in dominating style, as she straightened for home,.. Rachel spread her own wings and flew, putting distance between her and six overmatched rivals in the Oaks, to win by 20¼- lengths. Tom captures the scene exquisitely, from the twin spires backdrop, to the fluid motion of Rachel's gait, the elation of Calvin, to the sheer amazement of an awestruck crowd!"
|  Rachel Alexandra, Offsets Oaks by Twenty+
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 Close Quarters, Derby Day
| "Honored by Brown - Forman Beverages of Louisville, Kentucky. They produce Woodford Reserve, the official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby, and they sponsor the Grade I Woodford Reserve Turf Stakes, the race prior to the Derby. They had seen Tom's art, and knew that he was a retired jockey. They commissioned him to do the art for their 2009 Kentucky Derby Edition label. Brown - Forman only produced 30,000 bottles with this label. For Tom to be asked to do the '09 label is quite an honor for him, and as Tom sees it, . . . a great feather in his cap. Doing the '09 label will also give Tom a great deal of exposure, and only 200 prints have been produced. Get your s/n giclée print today before they're gone."
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| "Here is another view of Zenyatta, as she won the Breeders' Cup Distaff, which was renamed The Breeders' Cup Ladies Classic. This race is the equivalent for fillies and mares as what the Breeders' Cup Classic is for the colts and horses. Tom has really taken advantage of the bright colors of the jockey's silks in this painting against the dark background. Stunning is the champ Zenyatta, eight wide here."
|  Zenyatta Circles The Ladies
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 Zenyatta, Winning the Lady's Secret Stakes
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"Zenyatta, an imposing dominating presence on any race course. She turned up the heat making this her eighth career victory. Zenyatta took the $250,000.00 Lady's Secret G-I at Santa Anita's Oak Tree meet on September 27, 2008. Trainer John Shirreffs has mapped the monstrous mare's career to perfection as she maintains her rhythm and her perfect score on the Southern California circuit. Another stellar performance by the huge presence of Zenyatta, who doesn't seem to begin her race till she turns for home and then turns it on for her adoring public as she stretches out her long legs in an effortless stride, gliding past rivals under jockey, Mike Smith who's only along for the ride with this champion who's won six consecutive Graded Stakes. Owned by Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Moss the force of Zenyatta, is an ever a present threat to those who dare show up to test this treasured champ. Tom Chapman captures Zenyatta here winning the Lady's Secret by three and a half lengths in what appeared to be a gallop for her. Jockey Smith gave her but a tap of the whip on her shoulder letting her know she can pick it up a little bit. Ears pricked she looks for competition that doesn't meet her bravery in this contest. This 10 X 10" original oil painting is on gallery wrap canvas, so no frame is required. The edges of the painting are one and one half inches thick which is painted to that thickness. Beautiful Zenyatta prints available in two sizes here!"
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"Commemorating the Legends on Tour, 2008. Tom has adds a witty sense of humor to this piece. which features legendary jockeys such as Jacinto Vasquez, an avid golfer, Pat Day, evangelist for the Racetrack Chaplains of America,.giving a whole new meaning to the term "Bible Thumper." in this piece, Angel Cordero Jr. loves to play cards, Chris McCarron who launched the North American Racing Academy. Julie Krone, winningest female jockey of all time, Sandy Hawley, who is passionate about hockey, as are most native Canadians. Jorge Velasquez decided not to compete stating, "My PJ's are the only silks I wear now-a-days." Laffit Pincay Jr. would have competed if at all physically possible. His chest is so ripped, he makes most 20 year olds jealous. Laffit here displays the Legends on Tour ’08 Logo on his silks. He's in a place of honor, as he waves the flag at the finish line."
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Legends On Tour, 2008
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Bay Meadows, The End of an Era
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"This image is a tribute to Bay Meadows
Racecourse which was in operation from Novemeber 13, 1934 and is set for demolition in October of 2008. This painting is also a tribute to the 20 years in which the jockey Tom Chapman spent racing on the Bay Meadows Racecourse. Tom also rode the last race of his career on the Bay Meadows Racecourse. Tom adds a bit of sentiment and history in the image here. Note the jockeys' silks are the colors of the most famous stables that have raced at Bay Meadows over the years. The horses aren't likenesses of the famous horses that raced here under those colors. But the colors of the silks do reflect some of the most prominant owners of some very famous horses. From left to right the colors are those of Charles S.Howard, (Seabiscuit), Bob and Beverly Lewis (Charismatic), Calumet Farms (Citation), Harry Aleo (Lost in the Fog), and Sam and Dorothy Rubin (John Henry). Tom and lj wish a fond farewell to a big part of horse racing history."
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"Capturing some of the most prestigious awards attainable in the world of horse racing. Voted 2007 Eclipse Champion Horse of the Year as well as Champion 3 Year Old Male. Curlin continues on an impressive run. Trained by Steve Asmussen, Curlin is the pride of his vast stable of horses. You just don't get to train class horses, such as Curlin has proven to be. Most often, a trainer spends their entire career working long hard hours, doing a difficult job. They can only hope that a horse of such caliber will one day be led into their barn with a talent, the likes of which the caramel colored Curlin possesses. Unraced at age 2, Curlin was purchased for 3.5 million after his maiden voyage. Every race thereafter he has rivaled the top runners in, and out of the U.S.A. Among his victories at age 3, Curlin won the G-I Preakness S, G-I Breeders Cup Classic, G-I Jockey Gold Cup, G-II Arkansas Derby, and the G-II Rebel S. At age 4 Curlin continues to show off his champion ability. He's won the G-I Stephen Foster Hcp., Jaguar Trophy Hcp. and the G-I Dubai World Cup Classic, world's richest horse race! The Triple Crown might have been his to claim, say some experts, had he raced at age 2. Never worse than third in his 13 career starts, his stats of 9-2-2, are mighty impressive, with earnings of $9,496,800. Curlin continues his career racing and earning out of the Steve Asmussen barn, for principle owner Jess Jackson and his Stonestreet Stable, and the rest is owned by Midnight Cry Stable. Seen here winning the G-I Dubai World Cup Classic, worth a cool 6 million. Robby Albarado in the pilots seat," Appreciation goes to the Curlin Bandwagoneer, Mega Wallace, with my thanks!
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Curlin, Cool in the Desert
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 Bankrolls n' Bloodlines Bel '07
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"Rags to Riches records in most grueling of series, 1½-mi. June 10, 2007, Belmont Stakes. From nail bitin',.. to down right exciting! Todd Pletcher Trainee stumbled start, recovers. No rattlin' Rags. Cruising, she stalks in 5th,...then closer! Bunched at 3/16, nearing 1/4, Tom's creative editing, omits BG, 'n CP West from image. Bringing top trio to Triple: Curlin, Hard Spun, 'n Rags to Riches, outside. Emerging,.. as duo! Rags 'n Curlin, matched strides, battling,.. as Jockey John Velazquez rides for life! Only 2 fillies have won Belmont fame,..Ruthless, 1867, 'n Tanya 1905. 102 yrs ago. High Five'in Pletcher, couldn't hide his joy! He 'n Velaquez end draught, 'n claim n' crown for Owners, Michael Tabor/Derrick Smith. Bloodlines play a part,... 'n why not? Daughter of Bel. Champ, A.P. Indy '92, by Seattle Slew, Triple Crown Champ '77, 'n half sis to '06 victor, Jazil. Rags to Riches is 5 for 6 in '07. Scored $600K in the 139th Belmont, final leg of the prestigious Triple. Bankroll's: $1,342,528. Edging ahead of the Placing Curlin, to win, Tiago was Third. Lear's Princess concurs in Gazelle Bel. Park '07. Rags to Riches Eclipse Champion 3YO Female '07"
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"Not since 1978 has there been a Triple Crown winner, since Affirmed won it, 29 years ago. Jockey Steve Cauthen, was aboard at age 18. Affirmed was the 11th horse to accomplish the feat of winning the prestigious three races. Trained by Laz Barrera, Affirmed was Horse of the Year in '78, and won the award again in '79. Known best for his rivalry with the great Alydar. Laz Barrera once was quoted as saying, "Affirmed was greater than Secretariat, Seattle Slew and all the rest, why? Because none of them had to face Alydar." Tom pushed back the background, leaving only an illusion of the trees. Tom has muted the colors, except for the pink of the jockey's silks making the young rider the focal point here. This image depicts Affirmed around the Clubhouse turn at Churchill Downs, 1978 Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the Triple Crown."
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Affirmed, Steve Cauthen Up '78
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 "The Russell Record"
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"The last week in November of 2006 proved to be
a tough time for jockey Russell Baze as he neared breaking the record for world's leading jockey in wins. We waited breathless for Russell to make horse racing history and to pass fellow Hall of Fame Jockey Laffit Pincay, Jr. who'd won 9,530 races before injury forced his retirement. In the fourth race, on December 1, 2006 at Bay Meadows aboard "Butterfly Belle" Russell Baze made history, and will forever be in the record books as one of the greatest jockey's there ever has been! As of 01/23/07, Russell had won 9,587 races. A hero to some, we watch in awe of your accomplishments. You've honed your craft to a finely tuned art and show us dreams do come true! You're truly the best of us Russell Baze!" |
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"Not since the 1946 Kentucky Derby has there been a horse win by such a margin. Ridden by Edgar Prado, and trained by Michael Matz, Barbaro's six and a half length romp in the 2006 Derby looked like an afternoon gallop. All were looking ahead to the first Triple Crown winner in twenty eight years. Tragedy struck in the Preakness Stakes, when this "would be king" pulled up a hundred yards after the start. The powerful Barbaro had broken his right hind leg in this 131st running of the Preakness Stakes. Hopes were dashed, dreams crushed, and hearts broken. This painting commemorates Barbaro, a brave hero, who
never was to realize his full potential on the racetrack. This champion is gone forever, but leaves behind him a legacy, unlike that of any horse before him. Barbaro's fan base continues to grow today."
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Barbaro Dominates in the Derby
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 The Look Of A Champion, Barbaro | "Great racehorses seem to have a special look in their eye. Or so it has always seemed to me and many others at the tracks. I don't know, . . . it's a certain quality, a spark, or glimmer that one can either see or feel. It's said the eyes, are the windows to the soul. By looking closely into the eye of such greatness, it's very magnetic, even empowering. Secretariat had this look, as did Seattle Slew, Ruffian, Charismatic, Go For Wand, and the list goes on. But when you're in such a presence, it's hard to ignore it. Barbaro had such a presence. He had this special quality, and it shined brilliantly in his 2006 Kentucky Derby performance. It isn't all that common, and some people go a lifetime and never get to know what I'm speaking of. Some might not even recognize it. This is the stuff heroes are made of. This painting of Barbaro is a tribute to this proven talent who had the Look of a Champion. This powerful piece of art would compliment that of any racing fan's collection." |
| "He stormed onto the scene, and won his first ten trips to post. He broke his maiden at Golden Gate Fields in CA. which was the colts home base. Trained by Greg Gilchrist, he was the greatest sprinter ever to come out of the Bay area of N. CA. He was the fastest sprinter in the country in '04 & '05. I speak of owner Harry Aleo's, Lost in the Fog. A striking dark bay colt, with a trademark crooked blazed face. He was unforgettable to all who'd seen such as his presence. He left crowds in awe. Blistering speed, he'd had a power on racetracks, coast to coast. The 2005 Champion Eclipse Sprinter of the Year award belonged to Lost in the Fog. Noteworthy for an all too brief career. He stole the hearts of millions the world over, winning 11 of his 14 career starts, earning $978,099. He dazzled them with a trademark face, and flew over racetracks, as records shattered. Lost in the Fog was diagnosed with Cancer of the spleen/ abdomen. He raced to victory with a very large tumor in his abdomen when he'd won the G-III Aristides at Churchill Downs on June 3rd in decisive fashion. Lost in the Fog was euthanized on Sept. 18, 2006, at age 4. Jockey Russell Baze, "he's the best horse I ever rode. A one of a kind horse." Gilchrist recalls, "he was like living a dream" Remembering, owner Harry Aleo, died June 23, 2008. Both are remembered fondly." |
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 Secretariat |
"People called him Big Red, or Destroyer. These were among his titles. A destroyer of records. Since his hay days of 1973, we have not seen his equal in smashing records. He's best known for his Triple Crown triumph. But more specifically, his Belmont win. He won that race by 31 open lengths. He is the only horse in history to complete the Belmonts 1 1/2 mile race by such a wide margin. He broke that track record by knocking 2 3/5 seconds off the old record to finish the gruelling mile and a half distance in 2.24. The Belmont is the longest, and toughest test in the Triple Crown Series. Tom's portrait painting captures the likeness of the great Secretariat, as he appeared back in his youth when he claimed his Triple Crown glory. The dark background makes the image stand out in such a way, that it almost appears as though Secretariat might come to life again as the Champion he once had been. And that was brilliant."
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"Outside of the usual art world circles, Tom is fast becoming well known for his "Name That Painting" contests! In September of 2003, this was the painting Tom had, that was needing a good name. We've had some good contests in the past, but this was by far our biggest; as the turn out had nearly tripled from previous contests. We had so many participants, that Tom gave consolation prizes to four runner ups. This is an image loved by near all who know Toms works. It is a widely appreciated favorite. And, as we believe, it hits us right where we live and where we're gonna end up someday. I find some sense of comfort in the imagery here."
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It's All In The Hands
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Hold All Tickets
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"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. This 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+ entrants that sent us names for the title."
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Tiznow, America's Horse | "This is a dynamic painting of champion Tiznow, and his jockey Chris McCarron. This 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. Tiznow was trained by Jay Robbins of So. California, and was ridden by jockey Chris McCarron. Among his many accomplishments are: The Super Derby at Louisiana Downs (where Tiznow romped), the Breeders' Cup Classic (the only Cal bred ever to have won it) defeating 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 the year 2000. He was named, Three Year Old Colt Of The Year, and Horse Of The Year. This painting is a tribute to Tiznow, a great champion."
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| "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." | 
Catchin' Waves Del Mar |
 The Walk Home, After The Last | "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, running their stalls, 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." |
| "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."
|  Charge To The Wire |
| "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."
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Bareback Handicap
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 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."
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All Dressed Up, With No Place To Go
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Giclée Prices
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Title/Description | Version | Price
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Classic Zenyatta | 12" x 16" w/ 100 prints available | $200. | | 18" x 24" w/ 50 prints available | $400. |
Rachel Alexandra, Woodward Winner | 12" x 16" w/ 75 prints available | $200. | | 18" x 24" w/ 30 prints available | $400. |
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Rachel Alexandra, Offsets Oaks by Twenty+ | 14" x 11" w/100 prints available | $120. | | 20" x 16" w/75 prints available | $250. | | 24" x 20" w/35 prints available
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| Close Quarters, Derby Day |
10" x 20" w/100 prints available | $200. |
| Zenyatta Circles The Ladies |
8" x 24" w/50 prints available | $200. |
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Zenyatta Winning Lady's Secret Stakes | 12" x 12" w/ 50 prints available | $140. | | 20" x 20" w/ 20 prints available | $300. |
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Legends on Tour, 2008 | 12" x 24" w/200 prints available | $300. | | 18" x 36" w/100 prints available | $500. |
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Bay Meadows, The End of an Era | 12" x 16" w/100 prints available | $200. | | 18" x 24" w/50 prints available | $400. |
| Curlin, Cool in the Desert |
14" x 11" w/100 prints available | $120. |
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Bankrolls 'n Bloodlines Bel '07 | 12" x 16" w/77 prints available | $200. | | 18" x 24" w/44 prints available | $400. |
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Affirmed, Steve Cauthen Up '78 | 10" x 15" w/99 prints available | $120. | | 14" x 21" w/77 prints available | $250. | | 20" x 30" w/33 prints available
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The Russell Record | 11" x 14" w/100 prints available | $120. | | 16" x 20" w/100 prints available | $250. | | 24" x 30" w/50 prints available
| $500. |
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Barbaro Dominates in the Derby | 14" x 11" w/100 prints available | $120. | | 20" x 16" w/100 prints available | $250. | | 30" x 24" w/50 prints available | $500. |
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The Look Of A Champion, Barbaro | 14" x 11" w/75 prints available | $120. | | 20" x 16" w/75 prints available | $250. |
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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. |
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Secretariat | 11" x 14" | $120. | | 16" x 20" | $250. | | 24" x 30" | $500. |
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It's All In The Hands | 11" x 14" | $120. | | 16" x 20" | $250. | | 24" x 30"
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Hold All Tickets | 10" x 20" | $200. | | 18" x 36" | $500. |
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Tiznow - Horse of the Year | 20" x 15" | $250. |
| 28" x 22" | $500. |
| Prints Available on Canvas |
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Catchin' Waves at Del Mar | 20" x 16" | $250. |
| 30" x 24" | $500. |
| The Walk Home After The Last |
20" x 16" | $250. |
| Charge To The Wire | 20" x 16" | $250. |
| 30" x 24" | $500. |
| Bareback Handicap | 16" x 20" | $250. |
| 24" x 30" | $500. |
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High Octane | 20" x 10" | $200. |
| 36" x 18" | $500. |
| All Dressed Up, No Place To Go | 20" x 10" | $200. |
| 18" x 36" | $500. |
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