Tampa Bay Rays

Minimalist Raymond

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Size: Medium Art Print

Framing: Print only



In early 1998, Rays scouts on a fishing trip in the Gulf of Mexico spotted a strange looking animal. The creature, apparently drawn to the boat by the smell of hotdogs on the hibachi, climbed aboard and soon won the scouts over with his silly antics. During the excitement, a scout had a brilliant idea: make this fun loving fuzz ball the mascot for the new baseball team. "Raymond" as the scouts dubbed him, immediately accepted their contract offer of all the hotdogs he could eat, all the high fives he could handle, and the ability to shake his groove thing to countless Tampa Bay fans.

Raymond's animal-like appearance causes confusion among fans of all ages. His fuzzy face is similar to a walrus and his bulbous blue belly likens him to a mutant manatee. So what exactly is he?

In 2005 marine biologists and zoologists made a startling discovery; Raymond is actually a previously undiscovered species of dog known as "Canus Manta Whatthefluffalus" or in layman's terms, a Seadog. Seadogs have all the traits of normal dogs. They enjoy going for walks, playing with kids, and fetching. Unlike other dogs they are five to six feet tall, walk upright, are blue in color, and chase catfish. While other dogs live on land, Seadogs usually live in or around the water. Seadogs are well known for their fun-loving nature, passion for baseball, and general good looks.

S. Preston's minimalist mascot series is made for the baseball kids, young and old. These artwork celebrates the playfulness of the characters that roam the stadiums.




Medium Print - Limited Edition of 350

  • Print Size: 14x20 inches
  • Frame Size: 20x26 inches
  • Image Size: 12x18 inches

 Large Print - Limited Edition of 100

  • Print Size: 24x36 inches
  • Frame Size: 26x38 inches
  • Image Size: 20x30 inches 


  • Digitally printed on museum grade 100% acid-free 350 GSM archival art paper with velvet texture.
  • 10-color Epson Ultrachrome K3 archival ink.
  • Certificate of authenticity, embossed, hand-signed and numbered by the artist. (Limited Edition only)

Framing

  • Solid wood black frame with double white matting.
  • UV protected, anti-glare plexiglass glazing.
  • Hanging wire - no additional hardware required.

Actual print colors may differ slightly from the digital image.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

S. Preston (b. 1972) is a former sports broadcaster turned graphic artist, who has turned his love of sports and his talent for art into a full-time business and career. "I try every day to change the way sports and art collide," says Preston.

His creative sports art has been recognized by the leaders in sports and has become internationally acclaimed for his clean and clever artwork. He has been published in ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Entertainment Weekly, USA Today and many other notable publications and media.

S. Preston is a licensed artist for the MLB, NHL, NFL, NCAA, Sesame Street, Looney Tunes and many more.

S. Preston's artwork was added to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2016 and is a lifetime member.