2025 International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS) 47th Open Division, Juried Fall Exhibition, Accepted for exhibition
 
This pastel painting reveals a captured moment of New York City life through a vintage 1976 Huffy Sun Country 3-speed bicycle, locked to a uniquely crafted NYC bike rack. The addition of vibrant Broadway posters adds a lively urban backdrop, enriching the scene with a strong sense of place and energy.
 
The softened background draws attention to the bicycle’s intricate details—the weathered layers of aged paint, textured rust on metal, gleaming chrome accents, and the tactile quality of rubber tires—all illuminated by dramatic afternoon shadows. This piece celebrates both the beauty found in everyday objects and a fleeting moment frozen in time, offering a thoughtful blend of realism and atmosphere.
 
Ideal for collectors who appreciate detailed craftsmanship and evocative urban scenes, this work invites viewers to pause and reflect on the stories embedded in worn surfaces and city life.