tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33397812008-10-29T07:54:05.038-04:00Greg Montgomery's Posters, Fine Art Prints and Sketchbook NotesGreghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08115509593964367038noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3339781.post-58005200499770166232008-08-16T20:48:00.003-04:002008-08-17T10:34:32.280-04:00

Carl Nafzger is a thoroughbred trainer who has won the Eclipse Award, two Kentucky Derbys, and the Travers. He also, I am proud to say, wrote the foreword to our book, "The History and Art of 25 Travers." I met him for the first time when he joined the author, Vic Zast and I to sign books at the National Museum of Racing in Saratoga. He's an amazing fellow. A former champion bull rider, he's one

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It was a big night. More than 350 people braved the storms and helped us celebrate the opening of my first solo exhibit of the Travers originals. The exhibit showcases the 27 original limited edition silkscreen and giclée prints that created the longest running poster series. Vic Zast, who wrote our new book "The History and Art of 25 Travers" was there to help greet people and sign books. It

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Today, after several months of work, I rented a van and took 27 framed pieces up to the Saratoga Art Center gallery in Saratoga Springs, NY. The opening reception and book signing is Saturday, August 2, 2008 from 5-8p.m. Please come by if you are in the area. For most of the last 25 years I have concentrated on presenting and marketing my posters, not on the original artwork that made the

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After 22 months of planning and work our new book is here — and it is beautiful! "The History and Art or 25 Travers" is a full color, 144-page coffee-table book which tells the stories and shows the photos and artwork from 25 historic Travers Stakes races in Saratoga Springs, NY. There's just nothing like it. Find out more on 25Travers.com, and look for it in most places where fine books are sold

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We've seen final proofs, heard great reports from the printer and publisher and now our baby is in the bindery. By June 27, 2008 we should have the first copies of our 144 page coffee-table beauty called "The History and Art of 25 Travers." The book is 9" x 12" (22 x 30 cm) and is written by Vic Zast. It has excellent photography and it is illustrated by me. It will be the first time that all

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This unique triptych celebrates three of the greatest Travers stakes ever run; Jim Dandy in 1930; Jaipur and Ridan in 1962 and Alydar and Affirm's controversial finish in 1978. It also announces my upcoming art show and book release at the Saratoga Art Center Gallery, (Broadway at Spring Street, Saratoga Springs, NY) from August 2-31, 2008. All the original silkscreens that made the Travers

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Street Sense is a great horse and Calvin Borel is a world-class rider. Put the two of them together at the Travers and something newsworthy is bound to happen. So it was that in the last few strides of one of the most important races of his career, Borel turned in the saddle to take a long look under his arm at his competitor Robby Albarado on the charging Grasshopper. The glance tied the two of

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All winter I've been working on a book due out in late spring. It's called "The History and Art of 25 Travers." Written by Vic Zast, it has great photography and it is illustrated by me. It will be the first time that all the Travers posters will be in one place at one time. I thought I'd share a few of the pieces that will be in it. Some are just sketches, others are color studies and there's a

Greghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08115509593964367038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3339781.post-1226246982637781192008-02-10T20:16:00.000-05:002008-02-10T22:48:13.219-05:00

Not long ago Neko Case, the striking, red-haired indie-rock singer/songwriter came to town. I wasn't familiar with her music, but she definitely had a face I wanted to draw. So, working from one of her PR photos I did a portrait and brought it to the theater to hear her play. I was hoping to trade my art for an interview, but it was not to be. That was disappointing, but her music wasn't. She's

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It was the warmest, muggiest Travers I can remember. About 95° (35°C) and 100% humidity. But the heat didn't stop the amazing Street Sense from edging out Grasshopper by half a length to win the $1 million Travers Stakes last Saturday in Saratoga Springs, NY. What a race and what a great day at the track. Thank you to all the people who braved the heat and visited our booth. This is the year I

Greghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08115509593964367038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3339781.post-46127980617785140702007-07-23T15:18:00.000-04:002007-08-30T22:14:23.791-04:00

Once again, I was asked to create the cover for Saratoga Style magazine. So I focused on architecture. It wouldn't be summer in Saratoga without the fabulous porches and gazebos there. Porches are such great spaces — not inside, and not quite outside. They expand our summer experience surrounding us with chaises, shade, and the lush greenery and flowers of high summer. The only thing missing is

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Surely, no one needs to teach thoroughbreds to run. But, they do need to learn how to start. The 2007 poster artwork, "Settling In," highlights the most important six feet (two meters) on the racetrack; the starting gate. Under the watchful eyes of stewards and starters, every racehorse must learn how to enter and leave the tight green box before they can race. Young and veteran horses alike are

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More than 40,000 people watched the mighty Bernardini pull ahead of Bluegrass Cat to win the $1 million Travers Stakes last Saturday in Saratoga Springs, NY. And, it seemed like we met and signed posters for all of them(!) It was a great day at the track. I want to thank all those people who came by our booth to say hello. I did get away for a few minutes to take photos of the celebrity crowds in

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Read the Times Union story covering Greg and his work, in particular his series of book covers for mystery writer Dick Francis. The story, “Race track images turn out to be made for mystery,” was originally published in the 2006 Travers edition of Saratoga Style, a special section in the Albany newspaper.

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The 2006 poster artwork, "Red Paddock," once again showcases Saratoga Race Course's remarkable mounting yard or paddock. This tree shaded green encircled by classic white fences and bright flowers goes from beauty to business before every race. It's the place to get the best look at the thoroughbreds, their proud and anxious owners and the trainers and jockeys who strive to make the dreams come

Spencer Raggionoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3339781.post-1120962974699327132005-07-09T22:12:00.000-04:002006-07-05T15:29:08.476-04:00

The 2005 poster artwork, “Storm Bird,” replays the incredible finish of last year’s Travers Stakes in Saratoga Springs, NY — a race run under a thunderstorm so large it turned day into night and so violent it closed the track. Through the dark and the rain came jockey Edgar Prado on Birdstone to claim the day. And what a day it was. This is the 20th in the longest-running series of its kind in

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Dick Francis, one of the best-loved and best-known mystery writers in the world is having his entire collection of mystery stories re-published. Translated into 30 languages and given virtually every award in the industry, Francis’ stories have enchanted readers for decades. Berkley Publishing in New York City has asked me to create the covers for all 23 of these famous books. It has been such a

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The 2004 poster artwork, “16 Minutes to Post,” depicts a quiet scene in the paddock just before the race at the famous Saratoga Race Track in Saratoga Springs, NY. This is the 19th in the longest-running series of its kind in racing history. The 2004 Travers poster (and the Saratoga version) will be available after July 10, 2004. Please look for it on this web site and at selected stores and

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After 30 years of doing it my way, I decided to learn watercolor painting from a master. I am just back from seven days studying with the Australian watercolorist David Taylor, in Chioggia and Venice, Italy. It was challenging, frustrating and so rewarding. The people I met, the techniques I learned and the paintings I attempted are all on line today. I even opened my sketchbook for you. Enjoy.

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After World War I, Great Britain’s rail lines were consolidated into four companies, which competed fiercely for riders. Since the only way to advertise in color was the poster, each of these companies eventually hired a stable of artists to create dramatic travel illustrations for their particular line — The British Railway poster was born. I have just visited and done research at the largest

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Thank you to all who came to visit us at our booth on Travers day at the famous Saratoga race track, in Saratoga Springs, New York. Track attendence on Travers day was 66,121 — the largest ever. And even the weather was perfect. The new poster for 2003 also seems to have been a big hit. It was one of our biggest days ever. Thanks to all. (BTW: On several occasions the track ran out of posters. So

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Greg Montgomery’s extensive series of thoroughbred racing posters will be on display at Uncommon Grounds coffee house in Saratoga Springs from August 1 through August 31. Uncommon Grounds, Broadway at Division Street, Saratoga Springs, New York U.S.A. Open 7 a.m. — midnight daily. (518) 581-0656

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The 18th poster in this, the longest-running series of its kind, has just arrived. Just in time to announce what promises to be one of the most exciting racing seasons in Saratoga history. With the interest generated by the New York thoroughbred Funny Cide's possible Travers bid and the release of the major motion picture “Seabiscuit,” filmed in large part in Saratoga, this may well be a season

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The 2003 Travers poster is about to be published. The new poster features a view of the race from Saratoga’s Clubhouse. There are many places to watch the action at Saratoga, but to my mind, the Clubhouse is the best. It is truly a grand view. Before you lay all the action, the colors, and the fashionable crowds of August. All against the backdrop of a rich green infield with its trees and

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The powdery steeps of Utah's Alta and Snowbird ski resorts will be the backdrop for a new series of prints from Greg Montgomery celebrating the joys of downhill skiing and snowboarding. From curve-carving competition skiing to solo runs through giant bowls and glades, to kids and dogs and après ski, it's full of color, and full of life. And it will all be the subject of original drawings,

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