BOS-2008

Presenting the Official Lithograph of the 112th Boston Marathon
Relive your accomplishment for many years to come!

This piece is protected by copyright, 2008.

Celebrating Our Third Decade With Boston Marathoners
The Art of Running launches its 3rd decade of capturing the beauty and strength of the BAA Marathon with a new sports artist and exciting new personalized offerings. We have commissioned famed Boston artist, Mark Waitkus to create a "collectors series" that begins with the 2008 marathon. Mark was selected to commemorate the 2007 Red Sox season and their World Series Championship along with other major league baseball events. He is well known for his ability to capture the drama and the excitement of the sporting event in his skillful and vibrant brush strokes. (see www.markwaitkus.com).

Available as an ART POSTER, as a LIMITED EDITION, and as a PERSONALIZED GICLEE

Art Poster, 24 x 19.75 inches

Limited Edition Print, 24 x 19.75
inches. signed and numbered by
the artist.

Personalized Giclee, 18 x 24
inches with runner's time
and bib number.

Personalized Giclee, 18 x 24
inches with runner's photo,
bib number and time.

As in previous years, the lithograph is available as both an art poster and a signed limited edition print. Now, for the first time, The Art of Running offers you personalized, "Giclee" prints with your full name, bib number and finishing time prominently displayed below the image. We can enhance your personalized print by incorporating your finishing photo, as well. We are unveiling this unique, new offering at America's most enduring and historical marathon. You've earned your place at the start by qualifying for this prestigious race. Now, preserve your accomplishment for years to come by ordering this official Boston Marathon Lithograph. We are pleased to introduce you to award winning Boston sports artist Mark Waitkus shown above as he works on the 2008 Boston Marathon original painting. Mark was selected to commemorate the Boston Red Sox World Series victory as well as other events for Major League Baseball. Because Mark is equally passionate about sports and nostalgia, he brings the perfect complement of historical appreciation and artistic skill to this Collector's Series. Remember your achievement for years to come with this first in a Collector's Series of fine art lithographs

ABOUT THE ARTIST, MARK WAITKUS

GO TO ORDERING INFORMATION

Visit us at Booth #238 at the John Hancock Sports and Fitness Expo.

LIMITED EDITION PRINT/ART POSTER
We have produced a limited edition of 500 prints, hand-signed and numbered by the artist on museum quality, acid-free rag stock. These pieces will be imprinted with the official seal created especially for this event. This image is also available as an art poster.
Limited Edition: $80.00, $195.00 framed. PRE-RACE SPECIAL: $65/$180
Art Poster: $36.00, $90.00 framed

PERSONALIZED GICLEE (NEW THIS YEAR)
A special edition of 50 Giclée prints will be created with your individual personalization, including your name, bib number and time (if you desire). This personalization will be prominently placed below the image.
Personalized Giclee: $155.00, $275.00 framed and matted.

PERSONALIZED GICLEE WITH PHOTO (NEW THIS YEAR)
For the ultimate personal touch, your supplied photo can also be included along with your name and information.
Personalized Giclee with Photo: $195.00, $325.00 framed and matted.

FRAMING OPTIONS
LIMITED EDITION: You have a choice of Dark Walnut and Silver.
ART POSTER: You have the choice of Standard Indigo (navy blue), Standard Graphite, Frosted Gold, Frosted Silver, Frosted Bronze, Contrast Gray, Graphite, Frosted Walnut, Florentine Graphite (textured finish), Florentine Silver and Matte Black. You can view some of these frames by clicking on the button below.
GICLEE's: You have a choice of Coffee (dark brown), Mahogany, and White.

SHIPPING AND HANDLING
There will be an $9.00 charge added to your selection for shipping and handling on all orders from the United States. Orders from countries other than the United States have a service charge of $20 added for shipping and handling. Orders should be received 4 to 6 weeks (6 to 8 weeks if framed) after The Boston Marathon or after your order is placed, whichever is the later date. Personalized Giclees should be received 6 to 10 weeks after April 30 or after your order is received, whichever is the later date.