www.montereycountynow.com AUGUST 7-13, 2025 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 31 ART A car collector is not that different—and not less obsessive— than an art collector. A visual component is a large part of the passion for cars. When artist Simon Bull drives through Carmel, his pink vintage Aston Martin dubbed “Cupcake” becomes an art manifesto. Then there’s the art inspired by cars from Bull’s acrylic automotive paintings that express speed, a contemporary pairing with original race posters presented at the Automobilia Collectors Expo, some as old as the late 1800s. “I’m not a car guy,” says Bull, who happens to design posters for the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and is known to make a new car painting each year just for Car Week. “I became a car guy by accident.” Bull’s gallery, Meuse on Ocean Avenue in Carmel, had been hosting car-related events for some time when Aston Martin proposed a collaboration. A big fan of James Bond, Bull couldn’t refuse. In 2023, he opted for an exhibit inspired by cinematic car chases, titled Great Car Chases of the Silver Screen. Last year’s car exhibition was titled British Racing Green. This year the audience can admire the The Art of Acceleration exhibit during the Astons On The Avenue event. “I managed to develop a way of creating movement and speed and a feeling, kind of an emotion in the paintings,” Bull explains of his expression of movement. “I try to create that feeling that you’re also the driver.” Automotive historian and collector Tony Singer has been showing his vintage posters during Car Week for over 20 years, mostly European. “U.S. domestic races did not produce that many posters, especially early on,” he says. This year’s selection is based upon the graphic appeal of the image, the importance of the event or the car that’s depicted in the poster. In his bigger collection, Singer has a 1927 Klausen Rennen Poster One worth $33,000—“the most dynamic Art Deco posters ever done,” he says. Simon Bull: The Art of Acceleration opens Friday, Aug. 8. Meuse, Ocean and Monte Verde, Carmel. Open daily 11am-5pm; on display until Aug. 17. Free. 622-3010, meusegallery.com. The Automobilia Collectors Expo 10am-5pm Monday, Aug. 11; 10am-8pm Tuesday, Aug. 12; 10am-3pm Wednesday, Aug. 13. Auction 4-8pm on Aug. 12. Embassy Suites, 1441 Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside. $15/one-day pass; $30/three-day pass. 844-227-9335, automobiliacollectorsexpo.com. EVERETT ANTON SINGER Color Wheel There is an art to the automobile, whether it is on canvas, in poster form or on the street. By Agata Popęda Two vintage posters from automobilia dealer Tony Singer’s collection show different expressions of automotive art. Domenico’s on the Wharf features Cioppino-a house specialty, Boat to Table Wild Alaskan Salmon, Oysters Rockefeller are a sample of the many great menu choices. Also enjoy Fine Wines and Cocktails, Desserts and Great Service. A local favorite celebrating 44 YEARS on Old Fisherman’s Wharf. 50 OLD FISHERMAN’S WHARF MONTEREY • 831-372-3655 www.domenicosmonterey.com Open Daily 11:30am to close Fresh Seafood, Italian Classics, Prime Steaks , with Beautiful Harbor Views. “I brought my Subaru to Hartzel on advice of a friend and I was so pleased with the service & attention I got from them. Not only finished on time, but under the estimate I was given. Very rare these days. So pleased with the whole experience & great peace of mind knowing it was done correctly. Highly recommend this guy.” —David F., Seaside 2/14/19 510 California Avenue | Sand City | 394.6002 hartzelautomotive.com EXPERT SERVICE WHEN YOU NEED IT. Subaru Mazda Lexus Infiniti Saab vintage MG SCHEDULE YOUR NEXT SERVICE ONLINE TODAY ca carmel- by- the- sea (831)625-8106 new fall arrivals carmel-by-the-sea sport coats soft coats outerwear trousers knitwear shirting
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