Born in 1955, Robert Lyn Nelson’s artistic skills developed early and his work is now sold at Robert Lyn Nelson art auctions. This world-renowned artist and environmentalist created incredible drawings by the age of three. This child prodigy had his first exhibition at age fifteen and sold every composition he displayed. Local colleges offered him the opportunity to take classes with them while he was still finishing his high school education. Nelson gets inspiration for his work from the world around him. One of his most famous paintings is called Two Worlds, which became the start of a new genre of art merging life above and below the ocean surface. Most people know Nelson for his marine art and his support for environmental causes. These works are inspired through his surfing and scuba diving experiences. His encounter with a humpback whale while surfing moved him to become a conservationist. His marine inspired work that he creates partially to support the environment, is so strong that most forget that he also paints gorgeous abstract art, landscape paintings, and portraits too.  Read more...

In New Mexico, 1959, one of the best defensive backs in NFL history was born. His story lives on through Ronnie Lott sports collectibles. Auctions include sports memorabilia from this versatile player of the 80s and 90s. After playing football for Eisenhower High School, Lott went on to earn a degree from the University of Southern California where he played a part in helping the team win a national championship and compete in two Rose Bowl games. This success made him a part of the College Football Hall of Fame and earned him national praise leading to his career with the San Francisco 49ers in 1981. Other teams Lott shared his skills with were the Los Angeles Raiders, the New York Jets, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Over the course of fifteen seasons, Lott was recognized numerous times for his achievements in ten Pro Bowl selections, nine All-Pro selections, and four Super Bowl Championship rings. Additionally, Lott earned the honor of being named to two of the NFL All-Decade Teams (1980s and 1990s).  Read more...

For original artwork and art prints that capture the beauty of nature in ways you’ve never imagined, browse through our collection of Earle Eyvind art auctions. This New York born artist started painting a picture each day when he was ten as part of a challenge set on by his father. Most of his works at the time were realistic pieces, but still very admirable. His skills advanced rapidly. By the time he was fourteen, he had his first one-man exhibition in France. That became the start of his travels and many exhibitions. His style transcended into more magical creations when he reached his early twenties as his study of famous artists like Van Gogh, Cezanne, Rockwell, Kent, and Georgia O’Keefe influenced his new masterpieces.  Read more...

As is tradition, the day before the big Super Bowl game, a new class of football greatness is elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. This year was no different. February 6, 2010 — The day before the big game against the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts, word became official. Jerry Rice became one of the newest members elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He will be inducted to the Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio later in August of this year. Rice has been widely regarded as one of the best wide receivers and greatest football players in the history of the National Football League. Retired in 2006, Rice was mostly known for his time with the San Francisco 49ers. Players are required to be retired for several years before having the privilege of even being nominated for such an honor. This was the first year Rice was eligible to be nominated as a Hall of Fame member. But his amazing stats that put him at the top of the leader board for every major category made him an easy pick. In total, he made 1,549 receptions, 22,895 receiving yards, and 208 touchdowns. These records were set in part due to his work ethic and dedication. In the 20 seasons he played in professional football, he only missed 10 regular season games. Former San Francisco 49ers teammates all agreed Jerry Rice was a perfectionist and quite possibly one of the best players to ever play the game. A modest and grateful man, Rice said he was “.. honored… to stand up there with greatness.”  Read more...

Most artists realize their passion at an early age. Ledan didn’t see his true purpose in life until he started his MBA. Today Fanch Ledan art auctions sell limited edition prints of this French born, self taught, late bloomer. Born in Brittany, France in 1949 as Francois Ledan, Ledan was the son of a doctor and dentist. With such well-educated parents, Ledan was bound to be quite the intellectual. He studied in Paris and earned three bachelors by the time he was nineteen. This included a bachelors in mathematics, science, and philosophy. The beauty of the Paris culture was what initially drew Ledan towards his passion for art. After his studies in Paris, Ledan went on to get his MBA at Sacramento State University. There he met some artists and painters through his sister who inspired him to start drawing and painting on his own. Upon graduating from his MBA, most of his fellow classmates went on the work in the corporate world. Ledan on the other hand, was offered his first art exhibition after he showed some of his compositions to a San Francisco gallery director. Realizing that art could actually be a career, Ledan pursued art fulltime. He continued to live in California while travelling to various European countries for inspiration. He exhibited his art around the world.  Read more...

One of the world’s most compelling artists of our time is Simon Bull. Art auctions today sell pieces from this British born artist whose compositions have been strongly influenced by his worldly travels. His artistic ability developed early as he won his first art competition at the early age of six. As an adolescent Bull spent his days traveling the world to places including England, continental Europe, South America, and China. This exposure to various cultures from modern Europe to natural rainforests and high mountains molded his unique style and bold use of colors that make his work instantly recognizable. At the age of eighteen, while most kids his age were starting college or taking on their first job, Bull was the center of his first one-man exhibition in Hong Kong that would later prove to not be his last. Today museums, private collectors, presidents, and royalty alike collect his original art around the world.  Read more...

Those that have been a football fan since the 80’s or are well versed in football history, probably know of Howie Long. Sports memorabilia auctions provide authentic signed sports collectibles from this legendary 80s player. Born in Charlestown, Massachusetts in 1960, Long was a great athlete in multiple sports. He lettered for three years in football, track, and basketball and he set records in his state for shot put and discus. Upon graduating from high school, Long could’ve played football for Boston College, but opted to earn a communications degree with Villanova University instead. There, Long won the Northern Collegiate Heavyweight Boxing Championship in addition to playing football. On the football team, he started as a tight end and eventually moved to the defensive line. In his NFL career, Long is known for his skill as a defensive end with the Oakland Raiders. He was a great part of the team for over 10 years earning numerous awards and honors, the least of which is winning a Super Bowl. Long’s athletic skills and team player attitude helped him be selected to the Pro Bowl eight times, be named to the NFL 1980s All-Decade Team, and later earning a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.  Read more...

If football runs is part of your DNA like it is for Larry Alphonso Johnson, Jr., take a look at Larry Johnson sports collectibles auctions and share in his passion. Born in 1979, Johnson followed in his father’s footsteps by pursuing a career in football. His father was a high school football coach and is currently a defensive line coach at Penn State University. Johnson started his professional career after playing for Penn State University. In 2002 he managed to break the school’s rushing yards in a game 3 times. His skills earned him a number of awards honoring him as a top running back and top college player, including the Doan Walker, the Jim Brown, the Maxwell, and the Walter Camp Awards. In 2003 he was also named the Senior Bowl’s Most Valuable Player. Following his strong college football career, he became drafted into the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round, where he’s made a name for himself in the NFL. He became the first player to start his career with a 150 yard rush in all 3 of the first games and was later selected to the Pro Bowl twice and the All-Pro twice.  Read more...

Eli Broad, the Los Angelian billionaire known for his philanthropy and extensive art collection has been searching for a place in Los Angeles to put a new museum with grandeur architecture that will display 2000 original fine art pieces from his contemporary collection. A $200 million endowment will also go with the project. Downtown LA is now a possible option for this new museum. On January 25, 2010, the Grand Avenue Authority approved for the city to make negotiations with Broad and Downtown LA is now officially contending against Santa Monica and Beverly Hills for this new tourist attraction.  Read more...

A Picasso original art painting, valued at $130 million U.S. was accidentally ripped on Friday, January 22, 2010 by a local visitor. The woman who damaged the fine art piece was part of an art class tour group offered by the Metropolitan Museum in New York. The class session took place during regular visiting hours. During this time, her group of fourteen was on the second floor gallery admiring the early works of Pablo Picasso. Somehow, she accidentally lost her balance and put a 6-inch tear in the large 6.44 ft by 3.78 ft canvas of The Actor.  Read more...