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Monday, June 25, 2012
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Velocity 2 6/30
They had Velocity 1 a few years ago.This is the biggest automobile related art show in the (?)
Opening night is Saturday june 30th (after MOWOG 4) and will close off main street in Hopkins for a car show.
Following is the official info and list of cars at the show and artists.
Velocity 2: The Art of Motion
Automotive fine art exhibition kicks off with car show featuring rare and exotic cars.
Opening Reception Saturday, June 30
7:00-10:00 pm
Free and open to the public.
Exhibition open June 30-August 3, 2012
Hopkins Center for the Arts
1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343
Gallery hours: 8 am-8pm Monday-Friday, 10am-8 pm Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday
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
Opening night is Saturday june 30th (after MOWOG 4) and will close off main street in Hopkins for a car show.
Following is the official info and list of cars at the show and artists.
Velocity 2: The Art of Motion
Automotive fine art exhibition kicks off with car show featuring rare and exotic cars.
Opening Reception Saturday, June 30
7:00-10:00 pm
Free and open to the public.
Exhibition open June 30-August 3, 2012
Hopkins Center for the Arts
1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343
Gallery hours: 8 am-8pm Monday-Friday, 10am-8 pm Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday
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
Nemadji Trail Rally 6/23
In Duquette, MN there will be a one day rally (yes just like WRC only much, much smaller). It is a one day event where most everyone will drive up in the morning and drive back that night. Due to MN State Forest roads being used and the insurance policy all spectators have to be "corner workers"....yes there may very will be 10 people working a single corner! :)
Volunteers needed to work Nemadji Trail 1 One day event on June 23, 2012. All volunteers reregistered will be entered into a raffle drawing of up to $250 cash. This event is a regional rally just north of Sandstone in Duqette, MN. Please preregister at
http://www.rallymasterpro.com/workers/ and be entered in the raffle drawing for cash.More Information about the event at http://nemadjitrail.com
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