Joe Thornton "The Career"
Commission gift from sanjosesharks team to Jumbo
199 hours
Hand drawn using pencil on paper
22x30"
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When Logan asked me to create this piece, I went through a whirlwind of feelings—disbelief, fear, excitement, and gratitude—but then I had to focus. I wanted to know what this piece should convey... what would Joe want it to say? It became clear that the focus had to be on his teammates and all the achievements they shared together. I aimed to showcase their personalities and the good times, both on the ice and off. Joe played alongside so many incredible and unique individuals, and he accomplished a lot over the years, so I wanted to capture as much of that as possible.
Inside the "1," you'll find some of his on-ice milestones, like his 400th goal, the Hart Trophy, and that unforgettable Stanley Cup Overtime goal. The "9" features many of his Sharks teammates and the memories they created together.
A big thank you to loganc89 and the rest of the Sharks for...
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