Hossa's Painting Sketch

jerrytibstra — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:22:11 -0700

Color pencil sketch, approx. 12x15" on drawing paper. I drew this pre-painting sketch during practice over the course of two sessions last week to serve as a study for a painting (to which Olympic themes may be added). The first day of practice was one of Coach Q's 'competitive drill workouts' where the boys build up a good sweat while trying to best each other in skill and strength drills. Hossa's smile is the standout feature here, and I'm happy to tell you that he was pleased with it as well!
Go Hawks!-tib

variety compilation

jerrytibstra — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 05:55:50 -0700

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jerrytibstra — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:29:14 -0700

JR-and-ME-88.jpg

jerrytibstra — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:42:27 -0700

Roenick Hawkeye

jerrytibstra — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:26:34 -0700

Jonathan Toews-MANITOBA

jerrytibstra — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:21:39 -0700

Acrylic on canvas, 16 x 20". I've sat at practice and done numerous sketches of Jonathan Toews, but I never got to the portrait painting stage. This image was painted and used at auction for Jon's Charitable golf event the "Sizzlen Summer Golf Tournament". I used acrylic gouache on the large portrait face and standard acrylic on the simplified, stylized action image. My desire was to create a painterly image in the portrait which would still hold up as the subject of the composition competing against an abstract 'storm' in the background and a rich-hued action figure in the foreground.

Big Buf-ATTACK MODE!

jerrytibstra — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:08:21 -0700

An all-new composition from two seperate paintings done for Dustin! "Attack Mode" is available in 11 x 14" print only and can be ordered in the store.

Manitoba

jerrytibstra — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:34:45 -0700

They-Call-Him....jpg

jerrytibstra — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:17:19 -0700

The Boy in Bobby Jenks

jerrytibstra — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 13:55:03 -0700

16 x 20" Acrylic Gouache on Illustration Board. Original Commission-SOLD-
I was commissioned to find a moment in professional sports (specifically Whitesox baseball) that epitomised the unadulterated excitement we felt as kids playing games. I knew that this moment in Bobby Jenks career fit perfectly...because at that precise moment it took me back to my childhood at the sandlot across the street in Evergreen Park! Prints are available in the TIBSTRA STUDIO STORE.

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jerrytibstra — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:11:58 -0700

Martin Havlat--"HAVLAT SCORES!!!"

jerrytibstra — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:18:01 -0700

Acrylic paint on canvas, 20 x 24". When it comes to stick handling, scoring and applying the pressure, Marty Havlat is among the best I've ever seen! This painting captures the intensity of the man's focus and the exhuberance of the scoring celebration! Mmiss you Marty-but..... Go Hawks!

"Havlat Scores!"

jerrytibstra — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:11:08 -0700

They call him Versteeg!

jerrytibstra — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:39:58 -0700

They call him....Versteeg!

jerrytibstra — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:20:50 -0700

The Last Defence--Brent Seabrook

jerrytibstra — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:59:32 -0700

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jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:00:55 -0700

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jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:46:23 -0700

They Call Him...VERSTEEG!

jerrytibstra — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:42:28 -0700

Something a little different this time! This is actually a color pencil drawing of Kris Versteeg. My fellow Dutchman, Steeger, needed a little different treatment since he comes from the land of Rembrandt and van Gogh. I leaned a little to the wild side myself! For you art students out there, this is on 12 x 18" paper and drawn with Berol scholar pencils and scraped in places with my handy electric eraser. Actually, Steeger wasn't as much drawn, as the paper was drawn to him. Similar to the shroud of Turin, the image slowly manifested itself in the fibers....and they called him, Versteeg!

Memories Compilation

jerrytibstra — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:02:57 -0700

The Compilation

jerrytibstra — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:45:40 -0700

Roenick Hawkeye.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:38:35 -0700

Cheli- cool confidence.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:31:18 -0700

Chris Chelios.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:06:49 -0700

Mark-McGuire.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:03:59 -0700

Jeremy Roenick-Rookie.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:02:13 -0700

Doug-Wilson.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:00:14 -0700

Denis-Savard-SF.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:58:20 -0700

Duncan Keith - Virtue.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:53:29 -0700

Seabrook-Intimidation.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:50:37 -0700

Martin Havlat -- Command and Control

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:39:53 -0700

Brent Seabrook-the last defence

jerrytibstra — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 14:20:35 -0700

Brent Seabrook-the Last Defence

jerrytibstra — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:02:02 -0700

16 x 20" acrylic on canvas. Available soon in print version in the store. There are a lot of great defenceman in the NHL, and in my opinion a couple of 'em are on the Blackhawks. Although d-men all have different styles, sometimes you look at just one guy as the final wall a forward has to get through. When that last guy is Seabs, you know he's going to make you pay!

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jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 06:48:38 -0700

Adam Burish -- Sacrifice

jerrytibstra — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 06:47:50 -0700

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jerrytibstra — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:37:53 -0700

Adam Burish --Sacrifice

jerrytibstra — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:28:12 -0700

Adam Burish

jerrytibstra — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:04:07 -0700

16 x 20" Graphite and ink on paper. This illustration of Adam Burish should pretty much speak for itself for all of the Hawks fans out there. Originally titled 'Sacrifice', despite his skills, fans usually think of Adam in terms of blocked shots and right jabs-a player who does what it takes for his team. I didn't want to hit viewers over the head (pun intended) with those images, but most of you probably recognize this look when you see it!

Chicago Classic--Harvey Wittenberg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:16:09 -0700

16 x 20" Graphite on paper. My own personal tribute to an unsung Chicago icon, Harvey Wittenberg. I can still remember my early years of listening to the Blackhawks on my folks Grundig majestic radio...I was so impressed with the team of Lloyd Petit and Harvey Wittenberg that I recorded some of the broadcasts and still have them today! My clairvoyant prediction of Harvey's monotone announcement of "one minute to play in the period" amazed many of my first dates at the Chicago Stadium. Here's to you, Harvey!!!

The 'Classic Girl Study'

jerrytibstra — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:41:03 -0700

This was just for fun and she won't be here very long, but a classic event called for a classic pinup!
GO HAWKS!

Dustin Byfuglien

jerrytibstra — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 08:45:56 -0700

24 x 36" Acrylic paint on canvas. Commissioned art. This piece was finished just in time for a great game from the BIG MAN playing in front of family and friends in his home state of Minnesota! WAY TO GO BUFF!!!!!

Paul Vincent -- The Secret Weapon

jerrytibstra — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:52:38 -0700

18 x 24" Commisssion, graphite on paper. Paul flies under the radar as an NHL skills coach, currently working with the Chicago Blackhawks after a career with the New Jersey Devils, Florida Panthers, Boston Bruins.......
-and he's an all-around good guy!

Another Grand Adventure!

jerrytibstra — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 09:52:44 -0700

Composed from existing photographs, this is a companion piece to 'The Grand Adventure'. This drawing was recently commissioned by Daryle and Marlene Albers as a gift to their daughter, Denise, and features her two beautiful Great Pyrenees!

Patrick-Sharp---web.jpg

jerrytibstra — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 14:17:36 -0700

Big Buff Study

jerrytibstra — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:37:05 -0700

This is the first study for what will eventually become a large acrylic portrait of Dustin Byfuglien.

Patrick Sharp -- On the Edge

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:29:50 -0700

Patrick-Sharp---web.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:05:29 -0700

Five-forwards.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:36:55 -0700

d-men.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:41:25 -0700

Five-forwards.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:24:23 -0700

D - Men

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:09:47 -0700

d-men.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:08:54 -0700

Dustin Byfuglien--the Big Man

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:51:11 -0700

Vigilant--web-copy.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:49:24 -0700

the-Big-Man.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:46:17 -0700

Wiz-web copy.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:06:36 -0700

Patrick Sharp --- Sharpy Scores!

jerrytibstra — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:24:30 -0700

Acrylic paint on canvas 18 x 24" Commission-SOLD- A fan commissioned this painting of Patrick based on a photo they provided. As I finished this piece during a recent Hawk's practice at The Edge the similarity between Sharp and the actor who played Kevin Costner's father in 'Field of Dreams' really struck me!

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tvltre — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 14:07:54 -0700

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tvltre — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 14:06:16 -0700

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tvltre — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 14:05:47 -0700

Jonathan Toews--Captain

jerrytibstra — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:25:39 -0700

16 x20" Graphite on paper.

Havlat-web copy.jpg

jerrytibstra — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:50:08 -0700

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tvltre — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:54:30 -0700

Kevin DeCarlo --A Grand Adventure

jerrytibstra — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 12:17:18 -0700

16 x 20" Graphite on Paper. This illustrative portrait depics Kevin DeCarlo and his Great Pyranees, "Neeta". The artwork was commissioned by Kevin's wife, Denise, and was composed from a series of candid photographs taken during some of the 'Grand Adventures' they've enjoyed together.

Ramirez-web-copy.jpg

jerrytibstra — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 06:59:10 -0700

Aramis Ramirez ---Game Day

jerrytibstra — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 05:06:43 -0700

Aramis Ramirez ---Game Day 16 x 20" graphite on paper. "As an artist you look forward to finding a subject that has not only an interesting look and character, but also displays the range of human emotion. For your consideration I give you one day in the life of Aramis Ramirez!"

Laney Blankenship

jerrytibstra — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:14:26 -0700

Vigilant--web-copy.jpg

jerrytibstra — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:14:15 -0700

Brent Sopel -VIGILANT

jerrytibstra — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:11:43 -0700

16 x 20" Graphite on Paper. The original and fine art prints are available in our STORE. "There are a lot of different defensive playing styles in the NHL, but I always think Brent Sopel's vigilance on the ice unleashes the creativity of the forwards who know how well this man sees all the ice and anticipates the play."

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jerrytibstra — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:37:32 -0700

Dustin Byfuglien -the Big Man

jerrytibstra — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:32:48 -0700

16 x 20" Graphite on Paper. The original and fine art prints are available in our STORE. "In the last few years I've watched Dustin transform from a wide-eyed, round faced kid into a big man who knows his place on the ice. What I really admire about him is that he's learned to use his size with intelligence unlike so many single dimensional players who have used their size to simply become enforcers. His effort is paying off big for this Big Man!"

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jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:24:52 -0700

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jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:17:42 -0700

Big-and-Tall-lg.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:07:46 -0700

Pride-autograph.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:20:54 -0700

Portrait-of-the-swing-.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:11:38 -0700

Freight-train-autograph.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:01:05 -0700

Dept. of Defense original.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:52:06 -0700

Savoir-Faire!-autographed.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:43:41 -0700

Virtue.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:22:55 -0700

Toughness.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:16:02 -0700

Intimidation.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:06:47 -0700

Intimidation.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:57:28 -0700

the Goal.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:49:26 -0700

Eddie Olczyk.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:47:22 -0700

Hawkeye II.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:44:20 -0700

Hope.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:42:07 -0700

Pride.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:39:32 -0700

Big-and-Tall.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:36:47 -0700

Time-passages.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:30:25 -0700

Dept.-of-Def.-8x-10-web.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:27:47 -0700

the-Freight-Train--8-x-10-w.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:25:01 -0700

U.S.A.!.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:22:14 -0700

Portrait-of-the-swing-.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:16:45 -0700

Savoir-Faire!-8-x-10-web.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:06:28 -0700

Savoir-Faire!-8-x-10-web.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:02:17 -0700

Toughness.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:16:07 -0700

Legendary-3-pack.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:06:36 -0700

Legendary-3-pack.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:01:21 -0700

Legendary-3-pack.jpg

jerrytibstra — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:53:45 -0700