Automotive Airbrush Art
by Jerry Bokowski
Title
Automotive Airbrush Art
Artist
Jerry Bokowski
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
I have had some comments and questions regarding my custom automotive art so I thought that I would include a few examples of what I used to do....part of my professional art background.
I was commissioned to paint the famous San Xavier Mission in Tucson, Arizona, on BOTH sides of a Custom Van way back in 1977. I blended the art into the existing color of the Van. You can see the drip rail and rear of the sliding door. Below the image was a painted graphic with pinstripes and color fade. The owner of this Van was quite pleased. This was the first and last time I did TWO ( 2 ) identical, highly complex images on both sides of a Van! The image was clear coated, wet sanded and buffed to a smooth mirror like automotive finish.
My canvas art today employs many of the same techniques I used way back then.
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January 12th, 2015
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Comments (17)
Chance Kafka
that is absolutely incredible! how you were able to do that, I have no clue, but wow that is truly awesome. I don't think I could even paint over a spec on my car without messing it up.
Jerry Bokowski replied:
I was a young 27 year old and fearless, Chance. Just thinking about doing something like this now creates angst and stress. Thank you very much for your visit and comments!
Hany J
Hi Jerry; WOW - I am totally impressed with the quality of work you've done here AND on both sides of the van. What a complex process to go through. If I didn't know any better I would have thought this was a print from a photo of the original church. As I said, this must have been a labor of love. I am sure the owner must have LOVED this very much. Incredible work Jerry!
Jerry Bokowski replied:
I shutter to think now about taking something like this on now. Once upon a time I was young and fearless (foolish) and would paint just near anything someone wanted. Thanks a lot for your visit and words, Hany!
Jerry Bokowski
Thank you Missy T for visiting my gallery and choosing this as one of your favorites. I really appreciate it. 💕
Jerry Bokowski
Thank you Malanda for visiting and choosing this as one of your favorites. I really appreciate it.
Kandace Koch
Beautiful artwork. L/F
Jerry Bokowski replied:
40 years ago I did this, Kandace. My how time flies. Thank you for commenting on this.
Bob Christopher
Hi Jerry...I like your painting. You are a master...Great work as always...Cheers Bob fv
Jerry Bokowski replied:
Some how I knew that if I mentioned this in my comment on your capture, you would take your time to find this. I'm honored and really appreciate it. Thanks, Bob!
Nikolyn McDonald
Very beautiful and I really enjoyed your description of your quality work.
Jerry Bokowski replied:
Nikolyn, I thought I might arouse your curiosity with my comment on your nice capture of the San Xavier Mission. Thank you for visiting and commenting!
Chris Flees
awesome job Jerry...l/f/t/fb
Jerry Bokowski replied:
Chris, Thank you very much! I really appreciate all of your time and efforts to promote my work! Best regards, Jerry
Jerry Bokowski
Mary, Thank you so much...Although this was rewarding, I much prefer a comfortable studio, easel, and a canvas to work on these days. I really appreciate your visit and sweet words! Jerry
Jerry Bokowski
Marvin, thank you very much....I was very young when I did this and glad I was able to pull it off...the owner was extremely pleased! Jerry
Hanne Lore Koehler
Fantastic work, Jerry!!! Wonderful perspective, colors and light!. I hope that the owner kept this panel when his van bit the dust! L/F
Jerry Bokowski replied:
Hanne, Funny you say that. Every one I used to do back then I would think, "How long before this goes to the junk yard"....now I do work that will last a lifetime and beyond! Jerry
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