Are you looking for a very special gift for the golfer or golfing fan
in your life? Why not consider starting or adding to a collection of golf memorabilia?
From photos of golf courses and autographed photos of famous golfers to
custom displays that include pin flags and Masters tickets, there’s a
wide world of golf collectibles that your golfing fan will greatly
appreciate. Golf course pictures are a particularly good choice. Is
there someone in your life who would appreciate a golf course photo?
Aspiring Traveler
Is
there a golfer who hasn’t dreamed of playing the top golf courses in
the world? They may not be able to swing a club and hit the green in a
painting of Augusta #12, but they can certainly sit back and enjoy the
view. In addition to photos of famous greens and holes, you might
consider a limited edition print by golf artist Linda Hartough, or a
painting by Marci Rule. If you know someone who dreams of walking the
course at St. Andrews, why not acknowledge that dream with a photo of
the world-famous golf course?
The Golf Enthusiast
Does
someone you love dream of playing with the pros? You may not be able to
get them into a tournament, but you can certainly give them the scenic
tour. The most famous , most treacherous and most beautiful golf holes
in the world are among the most frequently photographed landscapes in
the world. Pick a framed triptych of photos of the Amen Corner at
Augusta, or beautifully framed photo of the famed 9th Hole at PGA West.
From Pelican Hill to to TPC Sawgrass, you’ll find photos of golf courses
around the country and around the world.
The Decorator
Golf
course pictures are always a great decorating choice. Golf courses are
among the most beautifully landscaped grounds in all the world. There
are holes that overlook sea cliffs, greens that stretch along the banks
of rivers and links that make their way through eerily beautiful cypress
swamps. Golf course photos are the perfect accent behind the bar in
your home den or on the wall of your office waiting room.
When you buy photos of golf courses
from high-end dealers, you’ll get more than just a pretty picture. Your
photo will be double-matted and framed in museum quality wood moldings,
often with an engraved descriptive plate that includes the name of the
golf course and other important information.
Famous Golf Holes, Pictures of Golf Courses by Marci Rule & Linda Hartough.
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Iconic Photos of Famous Golfers
Sports photos often headline the news, but only a few of them make it
to the status of iconic images. The photos of Bobby Orr’s famous 1970
Stanley Cup goal and Bill Buckner’s missed ground ball come immediately
to mind. There are also quite a few iconic golf photos
that any golfing fan will recognize immediately. If you’re looking for a
special piece of golf room décor, you might check out these iconic
images of famous golfers photographed in moments of triumph or play.
The Lost Bet –In 1967, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer were snapped by golf photographer William F. Thompson as they settled up a wager at the end of a round of golf. The iconic photo was “lost” for decades because Thompson promised Palmer and Nicklaus not to sell it to the AP. It appeared for the first time in November 2006, after Thompson’s death. You can put the classic moment of golf history on your wall, complete with signatures and a museum quality frame.
Ben Hogan Golf Swing – Ben Hogan, one of history’s all time golf legends, was the model for the illustrations in Ravielli’s “Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf.” Photos of Ben Hogan at various points in his famous “perfect swing” create stunning photo compositions. A single photo shows the blur of the golf club, but you can also purchase the famous golf photos as a collection, with 3, 6 or even 12 photos showing Hogan’s classic form.
Bobby Jones – Robert “Bobby” Jones is another of the famed legends of golf – not only for his performance on the green, but also for what he contributed to the game off the course. Jones is the most successful amateur to ever compete on the national and international level, but he is also remembered for founding and helping design the Augusta National Golf Club and for co-founding the Masters Tournament held there each year.
Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer at Laurel Valley, 1971 – The King and the Kid had a golf rivalry that spanned decades, and engendered a true friendship between the two famous golfers. The combination of tension and friendship is beautifully captured in a vintage golf photo or the pair striding across the green at the 1971 Team Championship at Laurel Valley Golf Club.
Moments of Triumph – Not all iconic shots are vintage. Some of the most famous golf photos are those of famous golfers of today celebrating their wins. Phil Mickelson, 2013 British Open winner, raised both arms in victorious jubilation as his birdie putt on the 72nd hole hit its mark, and 2005 Masters Champion, Tiger Woods, pumping his fist in the air in triumph.
Those are just a sampling of the famous golfers you can find captured in their most memorable moments. Any golfer you know would love one of the many golf autographs and golfer photos available as a very special gift this year.
The Lost Bet –In 1967, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer were snapped by golf photographer William F. Thompson as they settled up a wager at the end of a round of golf. The iconic photo was “lost” for decades because Thompson promised Palmer and Nicklaus not to sell it to the AP. It appeared for the first time in November 2006, after Thompson’s death. You can put the classic moment of golf history on your wall, complete with signatures and a museum quality frame.
Ben Hogan Golf Swing – Ben Hogan, one of history’s all time golf legends, was the model for the illustrations in Ravielli’s “Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf.” Photos of Ben Hogan at various points in his famous “perfect swing” create stunning photo compositions. A single photo shows the blur of the golf club, but you can also purchase the famous golf photos as a collection, with 3, 6 or even 12 photos showing Hogan’s classic form.
Bobby Jones – Robert “Bobby” Jones is another of the famed legends of golf – not only for his performance on the green, but also for what he contributed to the game off the course. Jones is the most successful amateur to ever compete on the national and international level, but he is also remembered for founding and helping design the Augusta National Golf Club and for co-founding the Masters Tournament held there each year.
Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer at Laurel Valley, 1971 – The King and the Kid had a golf rivalry that spanned decades, and engendered a true friendship between the two famous golfers. The combination of tension and friendship is beautifully captured in a vintage golf photo or the pair striding across the green at the 1971 Team Championship at Laurel Valley Golf Club.
Moments of Triumph – Not all iconic shots are vintage. Some of the most famous golf photos are those of famous golfers of today celebrating their wins. Phil Mickelson, 2013 British Open winner, raised both arms in victorious jubilation as his birdie putt on the 72nd hole hit its mark, and 2005 Masters Champion, Tiger Woods, pumping his fist in the air in triumph.
Those are just a sampling of the famous golfers you can find captured in their most memorable moments. Any golfer you know would love one of the many golf autographs and golfer photos available as a very special gift this year.
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