National Tribute Auction

Medium Mixed Media, (acrylic paint and mediums, clear gesso, charcoal, and chalk pastels) Artist Statement Every Canada Day, at Blue Jays home games, the team honors members of the military by having them hold our beautiful flag. This helmet features that day and many of the iconic moments the players have produced over their 50 seasons in the league. All these magical moments wouldn't be possible without the military helping to keep Canada "glorious and free". Artist Bio Chris is a Calgary based Sports Artist. He grew up immersed in sport, from baseball to basketball his youth was filled with athletic endeavors. While studying Art, at the University of Lethbridge, he became a nationally ranked Long Jumper. After graduating, he competed internationally for the Canadian bobsleigh team, and won a National Championship in 2010. Chris has taken his passion for sport and merged it with his artistic talents to create some of the most unique and dynamic sports themed artwork you can find on the market today. Chris believes greatly in the importance of sport in youth's lives, and this is why he donates a portion of his profits to The Jays Care Foundation. Connect with Chris: www.chrisripleyart.com www.facebook.com/chrisripleyart