Raw & Beautiful: The Motorcycle as Art

A landmark exhibition by Ronald Bajorek Jr of vintage motorcycles as well as motocycle ephermera and memorabilia will open August 18th at The Gallery of The Arts & Cultural Council for Greater Rochester. Photos titled, "Life's Cycles" by local photographer, Garry Geer will also be featured.

(PRWEB) June 29, 2009 -- The "Raw and Beautiful: the Motorcycle as Art" Inaugural Event is packed with 12 vintage bikes like a 1946 Indian Restoration, 1954 Harley Davidson KHK with special "show" chrome, 1980 BMW whose owners have ridden it in 49 of the 50 states (they are waiting for a bridge to be built to Hawaii!) , a 1966 Sears Scooter that retailed for $349 in its day and many more!

Come see more than 18 vintage posters featuring motorcycle events from around the world (all on sale by Mercury Poster), over 12 creatively airbrushed and pinstriped helmets and tanks in various themes and numerous photographs showing Rochester area motorcycle events and groups dating back to the 1920's. Artist Garry Geer has designed a "Life's Cycles" collection of photographs, digitally modified and printed on aluminum (also for sale).

This show is a must-see for motorcyclists and those who admire them "from afar" for their artistic appeal.

Admission is FREE! All proceeds from the event go to support SIS: Sustain, Inspire, Survive. A non profit organization created to provide financial assistance to those during the battle of breast cancer.

The event runs August 18th , 2009-September 10th, 2009, Rochester, NY

Exhibition:
Raw & Beautiful: The Motorcycle as Art

Venue:
The Gallery at The Arts & Cultural Council
277 N Goodman St
Rochester, NY

Overview:
The Gallery at The Arts & Cultural Council's landmark exhibition, Raw & Beautiful: The Motorcycle as Art, is the vision of local businessman, Ronald Bajorek Jr . The exhibition is a celebration of the motorcycle as art. The show will feature Ron Bajorek's timeless Harley Davidson "bobber" as well as 12 other significant vintage motorcycles representing many different genres of motorcycling. In addition, the exhibition will feature a large collection of motorcycle memorabilia, including advertising and sales brochures, as well as original motorcycle posters with an emphasis on motorcycles and motorcycle events in the Rochester and upstate New York region. Photos by local photographer, Garry Geer, called "Life's Cylcles" will also be featured.

Exhibition Design:
The exhibition installation is designed by Ronald G Bajorek, Jr. Bajorek is a prominent local business owner whose love for motorcycles stems from his early childhood. Bajorek is well known in the area and is looked to as an expert in all things motorcycle, including, insurance.

Gallery Hours:
Monday - Friday 10am-4pm
Opening Reception, Friday, August 21st 5-8pm
Open Saturday, August 22nd 10am-4pm

For further information please contact Lori Bajorek (585) 248-3810 or visit the website at www.rawandbeautiful.info

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