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Posted 10 December 2013 - 03:34 PM

Today my high school buddy Bill Briggs sent me pics of some recent artwork that was commissioned by Corky Coker of Coker Tire in Chattanooga for his private museum.
 
Most folks probably know that Corky as a car collector but I don't think many know that he's a big collector of antique motorcycles. I especially like the way he stores them on industrial racking along one wall. Not too easy to get 'em down to ride, but I suspect that's not an issue for Corky.
 
All of the logo paintings you see above the bikes is Bill's work. In fact, to the best of my knowledge every painting see in these pics is Bill's work.
 
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Here's a couple of images from Bill's workshop in Mt. Juliet, TN (just down the road from Charlie Daniel's place, but then the town is so small, everyone in Mt. Juliet is just down the street from Charlie).
 
The pseudo-advertising posters are not direct reproductions of vintage posters, but rather incorporate many elements from signage and posters used by the various marques back in the day. As you can see, these are not small paintings.
 
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And here's my good friend, Bill Briggs himself.
 
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Although Corky is keeping Bill pretty darn busy with commissions, he's always willing to take on more and can be reached via his website, Briggs Art Studio.
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Posted 10 December 2013 - 04:27 PM

Here's a couple of images from Bill's workshop in Mt. Juliet, TN (just down the road from Charlie Daniel's place, but then the town is so small, everyone in Mt. Juliet is just down the street from Charlie).


Getting a little close to home, Greg. :D
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Posted 10 December 2013 - 04:32 PM

Oh, c'mon, Bill, Lebanon is a bigger 'burb than Mt Juliet, but I do admit the trend is not looking good...

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Posted 10 December 2013 - 04:33 PM

:) That is really cool, Greg. Thanks for sharing. :good:
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