"1950 VincentBL" by Derek Althen, Photograph printed ChromaLuxe® Aluminum

DETAILS: 48"x 24"   Photograph printed ChromaLuxe® Aluminum Description:  The Photograph is printed on ChromaLuxe® aluminum. It is then mounted on Dibound, with a inset frame. Prints float 3/4 inch off the wall. ABOUT THE ARTIST: Derek Althen A passion for rust, history and nostalgia. Born and raised in Hollywood California, Derek Althen remembers that his infatuation with vintage bikes started from somewhat of an early age. His father, an Architectural Illustrator by trade, had a couple of vintage bikes. He remembers, at the age 6 or 7, the beautiful peril of sitting on top the gas tank for a ride to the park as his father held control of the bike. He recalls the thrill of speeding up the street helmetless, the wind blowing rampant yet with elegance against his face. As he grew older he began to realize, that art was his saving grace. Attending Hollywood high, basic academia was monotonous and mundane. If it weren’t for the arts he might’ve not graduated high school. One of his most