The Art Of Harley-Davidson
Continued
When The Sun Shined On Ron Segal
From Segal Fine Motorcycle Art
SCOTT JACOBS "100 GREAT YEARS"
Scott worked closely with Willie G. on project: Willie selected all
bikes
from the archives. Each bike has special significance in H-D's
history.
Scott used 000 brush (pencil point size) resulting in over 400 hrs.
time spent on actual brush to canvas.
Prospective is that all tank logos and tops of engines exposed for
historical accuracy.
Scott's most challenging work to date with detail so acute he even used
Metallic inks on some of the tanks for visual accents.
This work is considered a major accomplishment in the Photo-Realistic
Style of fine art. Given the complexity of the detail of the bikes,
this painting is the benchmark by which all other photo-realistic
works will be judged.
(Note: Years of the bikes from earliest; 1905, 1915, 1921, 1933,
1936, 1981, 2002.)
DAVID UHL'S "A MODEL CHAMPION"
Depiction is from H-D's archives; circa 1914. Scene shows first race
bike, which had just won its maiden race. Important from this
standpoint: Bike models that won races = bike models that sold well.
Discussion around bike is by H-D execs and Press praising innovations
of bike and talking about how to improve capabilities.
Difficulty from a technical standpoint: Lighting on an indoor
painting is crucial due to its refraction off the different objects
in the room. Painting from a poor quality black and white photo
presents no keys to the artist as to gradations of shadows or
intensity of light. Notice that a subtle light embraces each of the
subject's expressions constituting the character of the painting.
The best part: "SEPARATE FROM THE PACK", the modern mantra of
Today's rider can be traced back to 1914. Notice that every person
is wearing a different style of hat; a commentary on individualism.
TOM FRITZ'S "GREAT DOINGS"
Tom's palette is rich with color and imagination. Depiction is a
father and son at a board-track race. Strength and determination
are the themes of this work.
Lighting is key to the composition; Looking off into the sunset, feel
the warmth as it is absorbed by the central subjects. Tom uses
shadow to accentuate the rays of sunshine gleaming from the bike.
This is a painting that could easily be over-explained so we'll
summarize: Harleys, racing, lineage, patriotism, awesome painting,
good job Tom!
DAVID UHL'S "ENTHUSIAST"
Classic "Light and Shadow Painting"; main subjects (woman and bike)
are enveloped in warm sunshine as the background serves more as a
suggestion to the story. Colors dance in the shadows and disappear
into atmospheric shapes.
Out for a ride on a splendid day, she stops by the post-office and
picks up the latest edition of ENTHUSIAST magazine. As she kicks
back, the viewer is reminded of what it's all about: Sunshine and
Harley-Davidsons. The issue is circa 1953 so we are at the mid-point
of the centennial.
As we begin to gravitate from the main subjects, the focus becomes
the diminutive gas attendant cowering next to the pump wondering what
to do now. Or maybe he's just admiring her from afar; we are simply
left to wonder. All good art is just a window to our imaginations.
Masterpiece of epic proportions; enough said.
Bios on the artists:
TOM FRITZ
For those who are not familiar with this award-winning artist, it is
easily seen that he is extremely passionate about his work. Tom has a
particular style and brushstroke, which allows him to bring his subjects to
life. The way he integrates intense colors and soft lines makes his images
jump off the canvas.
His work can be found in many private and corporate collections around
the world, including General Motors, Ford Motor Company, Pittsburgh Paint
and Glass, and Petersen Publishing Company. In 1999, Fritz completed a
four-painting commission for Harley-Davidson Motor Company, depicting their
colorful history. The finished works were published in the 1998 Annual
Report and were later reproduced as a highly successful limited-edition
series of prints.
Tom draws much of his inspiration from his family. He shares a home with
wife Molly and their two children, daughter Emily and son Wesley. Without
their support and encouragement he could not jump on board the wild ride
that an artist's life seems to dictate.
DAVID UHL
David Uhl is an artist's artist. His technique, realistic with an
impressionistic flair, breathes fantastic life into even the most ordinary
of subject matter. He is now among the select few officially licensed fine
artists of Harley-Davidson Motor Company.
An avid rider since 1988, Uhl's passion finally coincided with his
artistic talent. Upon viewing his work, Harley-Davidson allowed him into
their guarded archives, to research vintage photos for his paintings.
Captivated by Harley's extraordinary history, he has set out to memorialize
the legacy. David Uhl's work reflects his ability to place himself into eras
past and capture the prevailing pioneer spirit witnessed throughout Harley's
rich history. Some day we will all be saying "I knew him when..."
SCOTT JACOBS
Although Scott Jacobs drew pen-and-ink illustrations for his school
newspaper, he actually began his career in art by purchasing a failing
gallery at the age of nineteen. At twenty-one, Scott opened Reflections on
Canvas Gallery in Westfield, N.J., a gallery that he turned into a stellar
success. After receiving a set of paints from his wife for Christmas, Scott
became passionate about painting. He now has a body of work that confirms
the wisdom of that gift.
Scott merged his love of motorcycles with his tremendous abilities to
become the first ever officially licensed Harley-Davidson artist. Scott's
motorcycle work as been featured in VQ Magazine, American Iron, Art Business
News, Easyriders Magazine, U.S. Art, Art World News, as well as a host of
other publications. Jacobs is one of todays most sought after artists and
his work sells throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.
Century Canvas Available From Segal
Just a quick note to say we have a few Phase I canvases available on
Drae's 100th Anniversary artwork: "Century". Any customer with a
2003 Fatboy is a prime candidate for this very limited piece. It
comes with 100th frame package; while they last. --My best, Ron
Copple 800-999-1297
For information on ordering, contact your local Harley-Davidson(R) Dealer or Segal Fine Art directly through
their website: www.motorcycleart.com or at 800-999-1297.
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