Three new art exhibits are now open at the National Automobile Museum in downtown Reno at 10 S. Lake St.
The Art Collection of Bill and Jo Janowski is in the Museum’s Changing Exhibits Gallery through June 8. The exhibit invites visitors to step into speed, emotion and adventure with artwork that takes moments of time and translates them into the art of the automobile in contemporary form. Racing is the common thread for the exhibit and specific cars, legendary drivers and activities of the sport are the primary subjects. Featured artists include Bill Neale, Niles Nakaoka and Lawrence Braun, all members of the Automotive Fine Arts Society.
The “Roadside Attractions” exhibit showcases photography by Howard Goldbaum through June 8. During a 15,000-mile trip across the nation, Goldbaum explored the artifacts of the American Roadway. His photographs capture a unique element of Americana, “roadside attractions” that express the entrepreneurial spirit.
“Even in Africa is a new series” of original paintings by Reno artist Robert Cinkel depicting automobiles from the Museum’s collection in intriguing locales. It will be an ongoing display. The automobiles are pictured under a starry sky in the Nevada desert, in India, Egypt and “even in Africa.”
Cinkel has a talent for story telling utilizing paint and canvas. His paintings often pique the imagination even more than the written word. Each work of art is a glimpse into the past with scenes ranging from flamboyant to picturesque. His newest series creates a delightful visual journey.
The National Automobile Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $4 for children 6 to 18 years. Children age 5 and younger are free. For more information, call 775-333-9300 or visit www.automuseum.org.
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