Frequently Asked Questions

"Where do you get all the cards?"

I have a collection of nearly half a million baseball cards (they add up fast) as well as relationships with some of the best baseball card shops around.  Also through internet sources and private collectors I can acquire almost any cards that you could want included in your picture 

"Do you use anything besides baseball cards in your pieces?" 

Alll pieces are made entirely with original, authentic major league baseball cards.  No paint or anything else is ever used to create the visual effects you see.  

"Do you ever use expensive cards in your pictures?" 

​All pieces are custom made so if a client desires something specific and their budget allows, I will use any cards available.  Often people will request all cards to be from their favorite team, or a certain era.  I've even had clients request for certain players to be left out of a piece.  Many of the pieces I've made in the past have included rare and valuable cards

"Have you ever had a card that you didn't want to cut up and put into one of your collages?"

Not really.  If I know a particular card is highly collectable or valuable, I will look for an alternative to use. Often I can find the same card that has a slightly lower quality or some flaw that would make it less desirable for a serious collector. But, it all really comes down to what the client wants.  ​

"Do you supply the baseball cards?"

​I supply all the cards unless there are special cards that you want incorporated into your piece.  I've had clients that wanted me to use some of their actual childhood cards, and have on occasion incorporated some autographed cards that were supplied. I've even had a client that wanted his children's little league cards included in the picture (technically still baseball cards;  plus it was a special request for a special client)

"As a baseball fan and baseball card collector, do you ever feel BAD about cutting up old baseball cards?" 

The way I've always looked at it, I'm not destroying old baseball cards, I'm using them to entertain, inspire and maybe even educate. I've talked to countless baseball fans and serious card collectors who really appreciate the concept of what I'm creating. If you're only collecting baseball cards for financial reasons, you might not like my pictures, but if you really love baseball cards and want to actually look and them, enjoy them, and make them a part of your everyday life, my baseball card collages are made for you. I have a lot of respect for baseball, it's tradition and it's history, and this is a great way of sharing it, and to help others share their passions with those around them

"How long does it take to make each picture?"

​Each picture is custom made, with the client being involved from the beginning; from design to decisions about which cards are to be used. A basic jersey replica can be made in as little as 2-3 weeks, and larger pieces can take several months to finish.  Special requests for harder to acquire cards can delay a project on occasion.  . 

"How big are the pictures that you create?"

The JERSEY REPLICA pieces are generally 42"x48".  I designed the first one to replicate a full size Major League jersey, as those are a very popular collectible item, and I've been doing them that size ever since. It's a good size to hang in any room, where the bigger pieces require larger spaces to be fully appreciated. Adding custom elements (logos, lettering, graphics) can increase the size.  I don't do many pieces much smaller than that (although occasionally I'll do a smaller LOGO piece)  I’ve been working on a Ted Williams piece (personal project) that is 48"x 88"

"Do you ever make collages with other types of collectible sports cards?"

​I only use baseball cards, mostly because that's what I'm familiar with and have great access to.  I have made a few exceptions throughout my career, including a BASKETBALL JERSEY REPLICA that I created for LeBron James through the Upper Deck Company.  Upper Deck supplied all of the cards.  It was a special project that they used to make limited edition, signed poster prints, signed by both myself and Lebron James. They owned the rights, having made all of the cards, and because of their licensing contracts with the N.B.A. they were able to make prints. The original piece was delivered as a gift to Lebron James

"Do you sell prints of your work?"

​Unfortunately I'm legally prohibited from reproducing any of my collages due to copy write and trademark laws that involve MLB, MLB Teams, baseball card companies, individual players and photographers.  Most people agree that there's something special about owning ORIGINAL baseball cards, and not just a print of old baseball cards.  Every piece is a one of a kind,  original piece of collectable art.  Even though I will occasional create the same designs, the different cards used make every piece unique (as seen on my work/portfolio page examples of various jerseys and logos)

"Do you have any pieces of your work available for purchase in stores or galleries?"

From time to time I will have an exhibit in a gallery or special occasion show (like at a ballpark). I am not currently offering anything in a retail store. I will occasionally have something for sale. Check for updates across my social media links.

"I need a unique birthday gift, can you make a jersey (or other picture) for my husband? (father/son/daughter/wife/friend/boss...)"

Yes.  I make a lot of pictures, usually JERSEY REPLICAS for gifts.  A pretty common request is the person's name and age on a jersey (ADELL 1, Dodgers 40 on the portfolio page) I've even made jerseys with a company logo on the front that resembles a team logo.  I usually have a very full schedule, sometimes having projects booked months and months in advanced, so if you have a deadline please contact me ASAP to see if we can work something out.

"Do your pictures come framed?"

​Generally no. Framing is a personal decision. Tastes and styles vary from client to client so I deliver each piece with a protective plexiglass cover and leave the final framing choice to the individual collector.  I CAN source and supply a frame if needed, but that will add to the cost.  

"How do you ship your pictures?"

Each piece is crated and shipped, usually through FedEx.  In the nearly 20 years I've been shipping pictures across the U.S. I've never had one damaged through shipping.

"How much do your pieces cost?"

​With each picture being custom made, prices vary depending on design, size, and cards used.   Please contact me for a quote.