Snapshots from the Car Show

On Sunday I attended the Annual National Classic Car Show in Albuquerque.  I do love the classic cars, and classic cars are all about art.  In a departure from my usual subject matter, I'm posting some of my favorite snapshots here in no particular order.  

Renowned custom car designer Chip Fosse built the Ford shown below.  You can't believe what a gorgeous piece this is - clean, sleek lines - truly a work of art inside and out, from top to bottom.

Chip Fosse 1937 Ford custom

I should mention that photography conditions at the show are very difficult.  With harsh overhead lighting, spot lights from the floor on every vehicle, nonstop clutter, and people milling about constantly, it's always a real challenge.

Love this Corvette!

custom motorcycle

While strolling through the show, I'm always looking for interesting subjects, like these rows of model cars at a vendor booth.  So random and colorful.  And then there was the tiger motorcycle....

model cars

tiger motorcycle

This very sharp jet black 1932 (I think) Ford was outfitted for a romantic picnic.

1932 Ford Custom

And don't you just love this Simpson graphic hand painted on the bright yellow background.

Simpson hand painted graphic

Two young men gave a demo of their craft - hand pinstriping.  These talented fellows paint designs on cars and motorcycles, helmets, snowboards and much more with just a tiny brush.

pinstripers demonstrating their craft

And check out the exquisite air brush and pinstripe art on this gleaming bike.

portrait on a motorcycle

The custom pedal cars were delightful, complete with fancy paint jobs, pinstriping and airbrushing.

custom pedal cars

In one hall, a section was devoted to Chevy Belairs, complete with a drive-in setup.  The carhop in the photo is an incredibly life-like manikin.  And this Belair convertible was drop-dead gorgeous.

Belair convertible

And check out the Continental kit....

Belair convertible

Here's an amazing custom (I don't know what kind of car it is) - everything about it was eye popping.

fabulous custom

I thoroughly enjoy this car show every year, and this is just a fraction of the photos I took.  I'll post more later.

The weather here today is abominable - a foot of snow on the ground, it's still snowing, and our BIG snow is supposed to get here tonight!  Need to get outside and start shoveling....

Cheers 'til later....Gail. 

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