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citifield jackie robinson rotunda © Greg Betza

A Great Job

February 6, 2009 Greg Betza

A few months back I was contracted to create preliminary drawings of 10 new spaces within the new home of the New York Mets, Citifield. This is the type of job that doesn’t come along very often. I was given a tour within the new stadium (a privilege given very few) in order to get an idea of just how massive it truly is. And believe me, it was impressive. I have a new respect for the amount of planning and complexity that goes into a project of that magnitude. It was quite an experience to see the stadium unfinished and one that I doubt I’ll ever have that opportunity again.I’ve posted 4 drawings: The Jackie Robinson Rotunda, the Left Field Club Restaurant, the Sterling Lounge, and a rendering of a luxury Suite. Make your way to Flushing this spring and see it all come together. Love to hear what you think….

Reportage

NEW Giants / Jets Stadium

November 29, 2008 Greg Betza

Over the Thanksgiving weekend I was finally able to get out and do a bit of drawing. I live near the Meadowlands (home of Giants Stadium) and have often driven by the construction of the new stadium, which will open in 2009. Each trip past I was gripped with the fear that I would not have the opportunity to get out there and draw. Well last Wednesday I put those fears to rest. I hope you enjoy what I’ve come up with. I spoke with one of the workers who told me the cranes should be up until March, so I hope to do quite a few more.It was cold out there, but you can get very close to the action. I recommend it if you’re in the area.

New work

AAA Traveler

November 12, 2008 Greg Betza

This illustration was a great assignment. A bit of research to do, but it is always great to learn something during an assignment. This piece for AAA Traveler magazine was basically an ad for great ‘festivals’ around the world. They include: The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, New Orleans’ Jazz & Heritage Festival, The Kentucky Derby, Pushkar Mela, and Christkindelsmarkt. Basically, it was a great job. I wish they could all be like this!

UTNE 1920s Iraq illustration | Greg Betza

New work

UTNE illustration

October 28, 2008 Greg Betza

This is my latest published illustration. It was a great article on the music and culture of 1920s Iraq for the UTNE reader. It was nice to hear something different about this country, something positive. Beautiful things were possible in those beautiful times. Let’s hope there will be more to come soon.

New work

Harley Davidson Dark Custom

July 29, 2008 Greg Betza

Last December I was contacted by Carmichael Lynch to be 1 of 7 illustrators contributing toward a custom promotional booklet announcing the launch of the Harley Davidson Dark Custom Motorcycle. The art producer on the project, Andrea Mariash, has recently posted the job to her weblog, and I thought it would be a great time to show the drawings. It was an interesting assignment, a new one for me. I was asked to act as a biker, out on the road, doodling (with ballpoint pen) in his little black book. It was interesting to be asked to do what I would do if I was someone else. The first illustration is the road snaking into a dragon or serpent, and the second, a night on the town with the Dark Custom. Anyway, I’m happy with the illustrations,and I’d love to hear what you think.

New work

Chicago Tribune by Greg Betza

May 9, 2008 Greg Betza

This past weekend I had this illustration published in the Chicago Tribune. I had the opportunity to work with one of my favorite ADs Nicole Dudka. The article is loaded with visuals and I’m really happy with how it worked out.

Promotions

Studio 1482 Calendar 2008

December 2, 2007 Studio 1482

Studio 1482 has just finished it’s annual calendar promotion. I have been designing the calendars since 2005, but I feel that this year’s is our collective best. It is a labour of love for me each year to compile all of Studio 1482’s beautiful illustration and photography. This year we highlight a diverse series of work from the artists as well as spotlight’s on our magazine Go Do It and our gallery, Gallery 1482.

I still have a few copies of the calendar left, so if you’d like a copy, please send me an email.

Press, Reportage

Studio 1482 in Communication Arts

July 26, 2007 Studio 1482

Two Studio 1482 members, Veronica Lawlor and Eddie Peña are featured in the July CA Illustration Annual. The article, by Lisa L. Cyr, highlights the important, often overlooked, area of visual journalism and reportage.

Reportage

Traffic-Free Times Square Reportage

July 7, 2007 Greg Betza

As the weather has been beautiful and the cars have been banned, I’ve taken full advantage and have been out drawing every chance I get. These drawings are from a few weeks ago on a Saturday in Times Square. It was a real pleasure to sit in the heart of the center of the world on a free chair at a free table and draw. I highly recommend it!

New work

Hemispheres Magazine May 2007

May 9, 2007 Greg Betza

During last month’s assignment, Hemisphere’s design director Jaimey Easler (a great guy to work with), asked me to work on another feature titled “Dream Drives”. It too was a great assignment.