Brian D. Oakes - Creative, Graphic Artist, Illustrator, Photographer
Brian D. Oakes - Creative, Graphic Artist, Illustrator, Photographer
“The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains” 2026 NHL Champions, Carolina 12 x 12″ Limited Edition Fine Art Print
“The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains” 2026 NHL Champions, Carolina 12 x 12″ Limited Edition Fine Art Print

“The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains” 2026 NHL Champions, Carolina 12 x 12″ Limited Edition Fine Art Print

For Carolina Hurricanes fans, the journey to a second Stanley Cup Championship ended where the storm was strongest. The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains commemorates Carolina’s championship victory through a symbolic chessboard battle set beneath a raging hurricane. A fallen golden knight rests on a red and black board while two acorns honor the franchise’s two Stanley Cup titles. In the distance, the skyline of Las Vegas fades beneath the storm, representing the city where Carolina completed its championship run. This limited edition artwork celebrates resilience, strategy, and the moment the City of Oaks once again stood at the top of the hockey world.

“The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains” 2026 NHL Champions, Carolina 12 x 12″ Limited Edition Fine Art Print

Championships are rarely won by chance.

They are earned through patience, preparation, and the ability to weather every challenge placed in the path ahead. The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains commemorates the Carolina Hurricanes’ second Stanley Cup Championship and the culmination of a season defined by resilience, discipline, and determination.

At the center of the artwork rests a fallen golden knight, symbolizing a defeated opponent after the final move has been made. Surrounding it is a chessboard rendered in the Hurricanes’ signature red and black colors, transforming the game of chess into a visual metaphor for the strategy, sacrifice, and execution required to capture a championship.

Towering over the scene is the true force behind the composition: the storm itself.

A powerful hurricane sweeps across the artwork, bending an oak tree against the wind while the skyline of Las Vegas emerges through the haze in the distance. The storm represents the identity of the franchise and the relentless pressure Carolina carried throughout its championship run. Las Vegas serves as a reminder of where the final victory was secured and where the last obstacle ultimately fell.

In the lower corner of the composition sit two acorns. Small in scale yet significant in meaning, they symbolize the two Stanley Cup Championships captured by the franchise. They also pay tribute to Raleigh, North Carolina, known throughout the region as the City of Oaks. Together, the acorns connect the team’s championship legacy with the city that has supported it through every season.

Created using artist-drawn pencil textures and selective color, the artwork combines the atmosphere of a hand-rendered sketch with bold visual symbolism. Every element serves a purpose. The storm reflects the franchise’s identity. The chessboard represents strategy and perseverance. The fallen knight symbolizes victory. The acorns honor both championships and the City of Oaks itself.

As a collector’s piece, the artwork captures more than a championship result. It tells the story of how it was achieved. It honors the players who delivered the victory, the fans who stood behind the team, and a city that once again celebrates its place atop the hockey world.

This is a special limited availability release and is not eligible for promotional discounts. Frames not included.

two limited editions. one championship storm.

“The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains” 2026 NHL Champions, Carolina 12 x 12″ Limited Edition Fine Art Print

b&w with color​

12" x 12" fine art print

limited 50 print run

An artist-designed sketch illustration commemorating the Carolina Hurricanes’ second Stanley Cup Championship. The hurricane, fallen knight, acorns, and chessboard feature selective color highlights while the surrounding artwork remains rendered in detailed black and white pencil textures. The contrast creates a dramatic visual representation of the calm after the storm and the championship that followed. Created for collectors who appreciate symbolic storytelling, hand-drawn detail, and one of the defining moments in Hurricanes history.
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“The Storm Has Passed, The Cup Remains” 2026 NHL Champions, Carolina 12 x 12″ Limited Edition Fine Art Print

full color

12" x 12" fine art print

limited & numbered 10 print run

A fully realized color edition celebrating the Carolina Hurricanes’ second Stanley Cup Championship and the City of Oaks’ place in hockey history. Rich color brings the storm, fallen knight, acorns, and championship-inspired details to life while preserving the original hand-drawn character of the artwork. Each print is individually numbered X of 10, making it one of the rarest and most exclusive editions available. Created for collectors seeking a premium tribute to a championship season that ended with Carolina standing alone at the top of the hockey world.
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original, artist drawn stadium prints

as a sports fanatic and architecture enthusiast, I have created each stadium print with fans in mind. Drawing inspiration from the history of each team, every stadium print serves as a love letter to the stadiums we’ve shared treasured memories in.

Ordered this as a birthday present for my dad, the photos on site do not do the quality of this design justice. The detail and colors really pop off the canvas. Brian even customized a personal message for me to add to the bottom for my dad. I put the date of the first game he ever took me.

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