Lance Franklin – The Phenomenon

Lance “Buddy” Franklin, the people’s player has been immortalised on canvas by renowned AFL artist Jamie Cooper.

Faithfully reproduced from the life size oil painting, this dynamic print captures Buddy doing what he does best.

Celebrating yet another impossible 50 metre bombed goal from the boundary, he lifts the Hawthorn faithful to their feet both physically and spiritually. Buddy is one of the rarest breed, the once in a generation player that just has that ability to do the unimaginable with the utmost of ease. He is the reason why people come to the game, whether you are a Hawks fan or not.

Lance’s father looks on proudly as does his three sisters…and even Lance, as an 8 year old boy, gazes in wonder at what he has become.

Lance has even penned a few words on what it means to be a Hawthorn Footballer.

Original artwork 2012 oil on canvas 1.8 x1.3m Private Collection Melbourne