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Come see my solo show at the Elmhurst Artists' Guild Gallery at the Elmhurst Art Museum. The "Motorcycle As Metaphor" show runs from July 12–Aug 15, 2008, and focuses on the essense of motorcycle riding. This show is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.

Join me at the Opening Reception on July 20, 2008 from 1–4pm, and taste the great beer from Two Brothers Brewing Company, a local brewery that has developed the ART of brewing beer! I hope to see you there!

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The Illinois Arts Council, a state agency, has awarded Wes Baker with a grant to be used toward his upcoming show, "Motorcycle as Metaphor." Thank you to the Illinois Arts Council for their support.

The Elmhurst Press ran a front-page feature on Wes. Read the article in "In the News."

Motorcycles and Fine Art

Motorcycles and fine art share a common power: both objects can stir the human soul. A rider experiences the weather, the environment, and feelings of excitement and control on a motorcycle; a viewer of art can feel the joys and risks of the ride through a canvas. I strive to capture these emotional interactions in my paintings.

My first ride was on my uncle's old Pan Head Harley; I was about seven years old. The sound and excitement of that machine will stay with me forever. In my artwork, the motorcycle becomes a metaphor for life and expression. My goal is to bring riders and non-riders alike into the realm of riding a motorcycle. I strive to capture the soul of riding. Viewers of my paintings can take away a philosophical view of life as a journey, and make the best of their own rides through life. Many of my paintings are shown in my Gallery page. I am also a member of the Elmhurst Artists' Guild and the Chicago Artist Coalition.