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"Mundo de Esportes" A mural by Delgado
Welcome to this site which showcases one of the world's most celebrated sports artist, Armando Delgado. Delgado, the man behind the brush. With strokes of his brush Delgado's portraits of the sports world are legendary and his status is recognized across continents. In many ways Delgado's work reflects Delgado the man. The paintings are vibrant, action filled, reflective, triumphant, yet sensitive and revealing. And they extend beyond the sports world. His works have been exhibited from the White House and shown weekly on a national television program. His prints and originals are sought after and are in prominent collections throughout the world. His works include from designing televisions backsets to designing award winning parade floats. His choices of vary medium from paintings to sculptures and murals. Though the majority of his subject matter is in sports he does not set limits on his range of subjects. His subjects have included private family portraits, wildlife, seascapes and landscapes. He has been commissioned by famous sport figures such as legendary boxer, George Foreman and the United States Postal Service. Please enjoy yourself by viewing these samples which represents a reflection of his versatility of talents.
 
BELOW ARE RECENT WORKS UNVEILED FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT. Please view  your favorite subjects by Delgado located on the left column.
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CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST'S BIO

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LTD Edition prints are now available- CLICK HERE

AMERICAN PHAROAH TRIPLE CROWN CHAMPION!!!!!

The  horse racing remarkable champion, handsomely and proudly portrayed as our flag waves in the backdrop of his glory. 

Delgado captures the moment that best illustrates his magnificent ride and

win for the "Run of the Roses".


Click on the image to order this handsome limited edition print of this historical sporting champion and moment!

2010, 2012 and 2014 SAN FRANCISCO
WORLD SERIES CHAMPS!


Armando has created 8 portraits showing and including some of the major heroes of the San Francisco World Series Champions as a tribute to their historical win! The paintings originally were unveiled at the prestige gallery, "Mountainsong Gallery", located in Carmel, California. The works were embraced by the invited guests.

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL THE SF GIANT CHAMPIONS!!!

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Delgado's art honors the cover of

"THOROUGHBRED STYLE" an international magazine featuring the best of "The Sport of Kings".

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Clilck here to obtain an autographed copy and available lithographs

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Just released the outstanding and unbeaten racing legend,
"2010 HORSE OF THE YEAR"
ZENYATTA!

"ZENYATTA!" Acrylic by Delgado
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Click on image for additional information

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RICKY WATTERS CHARITY GALA


The Gala highlight of this special night was the unveiling of three original paintings by Delgado. The paintings featured the honor guest legends, NBA Hall of Famer, DR.J, former Notre Dame coach and sports announcer, Lou Holtz, and the host, Ricky Watters, Super Bowl Champion running back of the 49ers. All three works were auctioned with the donations going to Orlando's YMCA Boys and Girls Club.

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The unveiling of three originals to benefit the Gala-click here for more information and photos

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RACHEL ALEXANDRA
"MOVE OVER BOYS!"
Painted before the Preakness race even ran, Delgado captured the finest racehorse in the country winning the second jewel of the Triple crown. An exquisite watercolor now available in limited edition prints.

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Click here for additional information

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TIM LINCECUM
"SEABISCUIT''
Two Time Cy Young and World Series Champion Winner
Shown here after a recent unveiling at AT&T Park is the artist's newest work featuring San Francisco's outstanding Giant's pitcher, Tim Lincecum. Who was voted Cy Young winner of 2008 and 2009! 
 
Delgado creation features another Bay Area champion shown in the background, legendary Seabiscuit. This is Lincecum favorite nickname and was first used to describe his unusual stretch when he played back in college.
Seabiscuit is one of racing's greatest champions and was  part of the duo race against War Admiral, the greatest race of last century,  in which Seabiscuit won by over 4 lengths.
 
LINCECUM-CY YOUNG WINNER CLICK ON IMAGE FOR EXCITING INFORMATION
REGARDING ONE OF A KIND REPRODUCTIONS!

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Recent original art on an autographed jersey of the Cy Young winner, click on image to see how to have a one of a kind heirloom created for your collection.
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Commissioned by Chef Robert Hesse one of the contestants of HELL'S KITCHEN, Delgado created an original painting on a official Arron jersey. This one of a kind work is shown being appreciated and autographed by the great Hall of Famer. Chef Hesse has now in his collection an unique one of a kind heirloom piece that can never be duplicate. A masterful entree developed from two artists in their fields in tribute to one of the greatest baseball figures of all time.

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H.O.F Hank Arron signing painted jersey

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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"The Art of the Game"

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"Delgado putting on the finishing touches" for additional information click on image.

Delgado was selected to paint one of the 15 large 10" inch diameter baseball sculptures that was put on auction at ATT Park. The funds raised from the auction were donated to the San Francisco Giant's Community Fund.
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"Thrust into History,  SECRETARIAT"
An anticipated release of Delgado's newest painting of horse racing's greatest athlete referred as"Big Red", Secretariat.
 
Originally commissioned by a collector in Canada. This exquisite acrylic work captures this champion remarkable strengh and determination which inspired a generation. He's most noted victory occurred in the Belmont, the final stage of the Triple Crown, in which he won by demolishing the competition by 31 lenghts!
Coming in 2010 a new movie from Disney on SECRETARIAT!
 

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"THE CATCH"


makes another touchdown!


5th Annual


"MEMORIES IN THE MAKING"

Art and Wine Auction

(Click on image to read the latest in Delgado's quest in raising funds for charities.)"MEMORIES IN THE MAKING" 

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"The Catch" artist Armando Delgado, 49ers Dwight Clark, winning bidders Jack & Joanne McCall

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"The Ten Greatest Moments of the San Francisco Giants at Candlestick"

Click here to visit and view the renditions.


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THE UTIMATE FAN'S COLLECTOR 'S ITEM AND GIFT!
A ONE OF A KIND ORIGINAL ART, EACH HAND PAINTED, OF YOUR FAVORITE PLAYER ON HIS AND YOUR TEAM.
 
ANNOUNCING DELGADO'S TRIBUTE TO AMERICA'S HERO-
 PAT TILLMAN
 
CLICK ON JERSEYS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THESE SPECIAL OFFERINGS

OUR AMERICAN HERO
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CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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A tribute by Delgado to HALL OF FAMER



BILL WALSH

 

 

 


 
 
"NFL Alumni 25th Annual

Celebrity Golf Classic"

held at the prestigious OLYMPIC CLUB,
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
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Raider Legend,

FRED BILETNIKOFF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
An original painting honoring him
and his daughter,
Tracy.
Created for the Biletnikoff Foundation's
Celebrity Golf Tournament
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Below are images from the different subject matter Delgado has painted. You can either click on the image or the title page located on the left side of this page for more images and information.
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EQUINE ART
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FUNDRAISING AND GOLF TOURNAMENTS

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BASKETBALL ART

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BOXING ART

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SAN JOSE SHARKS

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WILLIE MAYS

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JOE MONTANA

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HORSE RACING

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CLICK HERE TO SEE THE ARTIST'S SCI-FI AND FANTASTY ART

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FOOTBALL ART

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INDIGENOUS ART

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MURALS

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ARTE LATINA

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOT-TOM BRADY
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CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Art of Delgado,4144 Moreland Way, San Jose, CA 95150