Hopkins Art Center’s Velocity 2 Exhibit Shows Off ‘Art of Motion’

(The following news release comes from the .)

Velocity 2: the Art of Motion celebrates the art of the automobile through the eyes of contemporary American artists.  “Selected artists feature works which capture the imagination, emotion, desire and excitement of all things automotive, just like early automotive innovators. “--Michael Jekot, Founder of Velocity: the Art of Motion; Doug Meythaler, Co-curator

The Opening Gala Reception: Saturday, June 30 from 7-10 pm will feature an invitational car show, selected for rarity and interest. 30 vehicles will travel down Mainstreet Hopkins, ending at the Center. In addition to the grand entrance of the show cars, the exhibition will be open and attendees can vote for their favorite car and artwork. There will also be a cash bar, wine auction, light hors d’oeuvres, and dessert. Entrance is free, proceeds will support the exhibition and other arts programming.

On view during the opening only include:

1905 REO

1929 Packard Touring

1930 Stutz Weymann-Versailles

1932 Stutz Convertible - shown at Amelia Island Concours

1941 Cadillac Convertible

1942 Lincoln Continental Convertible

1949 MG Y T Sedan

1954 Jaguar XK120 SE

1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible

1959 Buick Electra

1959 Morris Minor Traveller

1961 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible

1964 BMW 2002tii

1964 VW Notchback Roadster

1965 Mini Cooper Special

1965 Porsche 911 (Monte Carlo Rally replica)

1968 Maserati Ghibli

1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL

1971 Lamborghini Miura

1989 Ferrari 348TS

1989 Rolls-Royce Corniche II

1991 BMW M3

1995 BMW M3

1995 BMW M3 CSL (Lightweight)

2001 SuperPerformance Coupe

2005 Aston-Martin DB7

2005 MG F Type

2005 Porsche GT3 RS

Also on site that day, Kevin Clemens’ record breaking electric motorcycle. This is a rare opportunity to see this unique combination of green and speed!

“After viewing the cars, walk the exhibit to see art works in cast bronze, photography, paintings on canvas or simple sketches.  Each Velocity 2 artist looks at the automobile, or in some cases motorcycle, in a different way, a push of clay to denote forward motion, the spray of spattered paint to demonstrate the splash of air rushing across a fender or the streak of taillights from a photographer’s point of view.  All are honoring the past while pushing the creative envelope today.

The invited artists of Velocity 2 are very special and at the top of their professions. The criteria for inclusion in this exhibit were that each participant artist demonstrates a strong understanding of the automobile or motorcycle and medium in which they work.  Each artist brings their passion to Velocity 2 and asks only that you spend a moment inside their vision.”  --Michael Jekot, Founder of Velocity: the Art of Motion; Doug Meythaler, Co-curator

Velocity 2 Artists

The exhibition includes work by the following artists. Most of the work will be for sale.

• Michael Billét (St. Louis Park, MN)
• Todd Buscher (Urbana, OH)
• Jim Clark (Hopkins, MN)
• Cliff Cramp (Buena Park, CA)
• Fred Dingler (Burnsville, MN)
• Alexandria Easter (Plymouth, MN)
• Chris Endres (Apple Valley, MN)
• Andy Evansen (Vermillion, MN)
• Mateo Goosetafson
• Mark H. Jekot (Denver, CO)
• Michael Jekot (Minneapolis, MN)
• Lory Lockwood (New Orleans, LA)
• Joanne Mariol (Massillon, OH)
• Doug Meythaler (Golden Valley, MN)
• Joel F. Naprstek (Park Ridge, NJ)
• J. Paul Nesse (Stillwater, MN)
• Dan Reed (Hamburg, PA)
• John Roy (Little Canada, MN)
• Tony Rydell  (Minneapolis, MN)
• Tom Sachse (Collierville, TN)
• Ben Schuh (Des Moines, IA)
• Nick Sinclair (New Prague, MN)
• James Smith (Maple Grove, MN)
• Bryan David Snuffer (Muskegon, MI)
• Jane Strauss (Minneapolis, MN)

Two other car shows will compliment the exhibition:

• Sunday Drive: Sunday, July 8, noon-4pm will take place during the Hopkins Arts Festival and will display vintage touring cars on display outside the center.
• The Main Drag: Saturday, July 28, noon- 4pm will focus on hotrods and classic motorcycles on display on Mainstreet.

For more information:

• Visit http://www.hopkinsartscenter.com/velocity2
• Like the Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/Velocity2

Art and artist information: Michael Jekot, Co-Curator michaeljekot@gmail.com

Sponsorship opportunities: Amanda Birnstengel, abirnstengel@hopkinsmn.com, 952-979-1101