The Start of a Motorcycle Race

This painting transports you to the starting line of an old and glamorous motorcycle race. It is at this point where riders and mechanics fine tune the final strategy details for the race. You can feel the smell of oil and gasoline. The rider’s high fashion outfit contrasts with the dented bike, pointing to an era when riders with limited budgets (due to a lack of corporate sponsorships) invested more in the internal workings of the motor as opposed to outward appearance of the bike.