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What is the Automotive Fine Arts Society?
AFAS is a group
of world-class fine artists whose pieces are sought by art connoisseurs and
auto enthusiasts around the globe.
When was AFAS established?
AFAS was established in 1982 by
six individuals who aspired to organize the world’s most prolific group of
automotive fine artists.
How
many active members does AFAS have?
AFAS currently has 30 members
living around the globe who are dedicated to making automotive fine art a genre
that appeals to the wide range of fine art connoisseurs.
What are the objectives of AFAS?
AFAS’s objectives are to exhibit, promote and publicize fine works
of automotive art by its members. AFAS also strives to raise the standards to
automotive art to a level that will be accepted as serious works of art by both
art collectors and art critics. In addition, AFAS provides a practical means to
form enduring friendships, exchange ideas and build a fellowship among
automotive fine artists.
Are
AFAS works limited to paintings?
AFAS members are not strictly limited
to oil, watercolors and acrylics. In fact, many AFAS artists are known for work
in a variety of mediums including plastics, wood and various metals.
Are AFAS members limited to
the automotive genre?
While AFAS members focus primarily on the
automotive industry, many of the artists are widely recognized for their works
depicting aviation, naval and various fine art subjects.
Is AFAS sponsored?
Interest in the fine
arts has attracted sponsorship of AFAS shows by high profile companies such as
Aston Martin, Ford Motor Company, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz and Infiniti.
What type of backgrounds do
AFAS members have?
The experience and background of each artist is as
diverse as their artistic style. From automotive design and advertising
illustration to professional art instructors and general fine artists, each
member has developed a talent of creatively expressing their artistic passions.
Does AFAS regularly
participate in automotive concours?
AFAS participates in two official
shows during the year, the Pebble beach Concours d’Elegance and the Amelia
Island Concours d’Elegance. However, most artists participate in
additional shows, exhibits and galleries during the year.
How is AFAS involved in the community?
Members are deeply involved in charitable endeavors. In addition to
supporting the Pebble Beach Concours Charitable Foundation and Amelia Island
Hospice, AFAS helped create a Children’s Art Competition to benefit the
Carroll Shelby Heart Fund.
How
does an artists become a member of AFAS?
Membership is by invitation
only.
What is the future of
the automotive fine arts industry?
Automotive fine art is quickly
becoming a desired genre among fine art connoisseurs in every field. Because of
its ability to capture the nostalgic past and potential of the future,
automotive fine art is destined to serve as the definitive art of our time.
What awards does AFAS bestow?
AFAS has award competitions during its exhibition at the Pebble Beach
Concours d’Elegance among exhibiting members. The group bestows five Equal
Awards of Excellence, the Lincoln Award and the Peter Helck Award to its
members. The Peter Helck Award is won by peer votes among AFAS members. All
other awards are judged by outside fine art critics and professionals.
Does AFAS create a publication
of their artwork?
AFAS publishes Automotive Fine Art: A Journal of the
Automotive Fine Arts Society, which is published annually to coincide with its
Pebble Beach show. The magazine contains profiles of each AFAS member as well
as images of the artist’s work. >journal contact info here
Where can I go for more information regarding AFAS?
Additional information about AFAS members, their publication and
organization is available by contacting Mr. Scott Black at (214) 520-3430 or
via the Internet at www.autoartgallery.com/afas.
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