A Trip to Salvation Mountain

A plaque embedded in the mountain

There are many people in the world that intrigue me and Leonard Knight was one of them. He devoted his life building Salvation Mountain, which he created from adobe, straw, and thousands of gallons of paint and spreading the good word. There are many versus from the Bible etched in the walls and the ever present motto" God Is Love". One would think he had a hidden agenda but that was far from the truth, he was just a missionary who believed.

Duane and Wayne first visited Salvation Mountain when they went to the Slab City Riot a few years ago. Wayne came home and stated " Mom, you have to go there, it will blow your mind". My son stands correct as I could of spent hours there. I would of love to meet Leonard but sadly he passed two weeks before we made the trek. I'm a firm believer and know Leonard is in Heaven, painting and happy once again. Rest In Peace and thank you for your devotion and creation.

I hope the bureaucrats stay away and leave the Mountain as it sits now. Let the people continue to find solace and continue to walk on the yellow brick road for peace. Thanks for enlightening me Mr. Knight.

If this post interest you, you can read more about Leonard here

Well Done Gen

Seems like every time Gen is in town, we miss each other, due to our busy schedules. I love his style and hope that I can photograph him painting real soon.

Dave Polgreen's Born Free 4 Build

 

Perfection!

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Sparks make my day…….

Win the Ripper!!!

My buddy Paul with Spitfire Motorcycles has a great raffle going right now. Win a motorcycle for $20.00!!!! But that’s not all, if you don’t win the bike, you will still have the opportunity to walk away with one out of 100 Spitfire Motorcycle products!!!!

Each raffle ticket comes with a limited edition poster, 18’x24’

The winner will be announced during the Las Vegas Bikefest and you don’t have to be present to win.

Sign up here https://www.spitfiremotorcycles.com/products-page/spitfire-motorcycle-parts/spitfire-poster/ and let them know I sent ya!

Shooting friends

I love shooting photos of my friends doing what they do best. I spent a few hours watching Little Jenny create Duane’s tattoo yesterday. I shut off my phone, which I have been doing more lately and shot over 500 photos. I just like taking photos, it makes me happy. I am blessed to have many friends in my life and Jenny is one of them.

     

One day soon , I will be sitting in the chair for my sunflower piece, until then if you live by Santa Cruz, let this little wonder hook you up.

Check out her world at http://www.tattoosbylittle.com

Thy Will Be Done Art Show

I have been updating the blog with the artist profiles. We just have a few days to get everything completed and I know that Duane is working 24/7 to get his wall created.  If you are around this Saturday, we would love to see you!

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Thanks for the opportunity!

Thy Will Be Done Art Exhibition

For immediate release

Motorcycle engraver Tay Herrera and Big Iron Joe would like to invite you to their third Thy Will Be Done Art Show. This art show was established to showcase individuals in the motorcycle industry who possess an artistic lifestyle. This year they have included tattooist and artist from the custom culture industry. Tay and Joe has joined forces with Affliction Clothing Company and the show will take place at their newest store, located in Seal Beach, Ca.

You can purchase fine art from Paul Cox, Trevelen, Sara Ray, Duane Ballard, Tarrera, Pete “Hot Dog “ Finlan, Jack Rudy, Danny Scholz, David Lozeau, Lathisa Wood, Big Iron Joe, Saign Charlerstein, Kirk Taylor, Danny Sikich, Ron Pogue, Buckwild, Rene, Sonny Boy, Neal Moffett, Tewsr, Alex Atman and Will Thompson. The artists will be on site to discuss their pieces.

There is also a raffle with many one off pieces from the artists as well as the grand prize, a 180 Diversion Tig Welder from Miller Electric.

Please join us on June 4, at the Affliction Building located at 1733 Apollo Court, in Seal Beach Ca from one on. There will be live music and a hot rod show.

For more information, please go to http://thywillbedoneartshow.blogspot.com/

Friday night in Phoenix

The Friday Art Walk on the third Friday not as packed as the first but the art is still amazing. Best thing about this event, great art from local artist at a affordable price.

New blog created for a friend

There is a guy in this industry that does a lot for Cycle Source and the Limpnickie Lot but never asks for anything. So I gave my boy Mitch a new home to hang his hat. Please take a moment and check out his world. I built this last Thursday, gave him a little training and off he went! I love when that happens! Be sure to follow him on facebook also

Working any rally is a lot easier when he is around. Thanks for being you!

Chris’s Army

New Frame from Texas Bike Works

TEXAS BIKE WORKS, LLC introduces the new, unique Century-Rocket ^TM frame model as an addition to its overall line of chopper RetroFrames ^TM.

The Century-Rocket ^TM frame shown “fuses” the “old-school look” of vintage 1970s small-diameter tubular members with modern-era Sportster motors (1986-2003). This frame is constructed of rugged, 0.120”- wall, AISI 1020 DOM tubing, having 1” frame rails with a 1-1/2” backbone and seat post. Also features a 5” forward x 2” up-stretch x 38-degree rake. This configuration takes a +4 over fork assembly. The frames are set up for acceptance of chain-driven 130mm tires.

Another site completed!

I am sure that you have been seeing this flyer everywhere today! I have just finished linking the whole BMR site and  also rocking it on some side panels. Chris  helped me and we are stoked on the outcome.

Be sure to watch for updates and thanks for sharing.