Longtime Route 66 photographer David J. Schwartz will debut his newest fine art exhibition, “Nurtured by the Mother Road,” at Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66 in Tulsa on May 24.
The show opens with a meet-the-artist event on Saturday, May 24, from 1 to 3 p.m. and will feature a collection of Schwartz’s work that celebrates the iconic giants, signage, motels and spirit of Route 66.
At the heart of the exhibition is a series of 12 limited-edition 16-by-20-inch framed prints, each capturing a different facet of Route 66’s allure. The works range from cinematic road shots and golden-hour motel glow to surreal roadside attractions and poetic moments of solitude.
” Whether it’s the iconic neon of the Munger Moss Motel at dusk, the grit and grace of a weathered pickup truck at sunrise, or the dreamlike stretch of pavement winding toward Arizona’s San Francisco Peaks, each image invites the viewer to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the rhythm of the open road. Together, the series forms a powerful visual meditation on identity, memory, and the uniquely American landscapes — both physical and emotional — that define Route 66,” a news release stated.
Additional featured work includes Schwartz’s open-edition series, “On the Shoulders of Giants” — framed 11-by-11 portraits of larger-than-life fiberglass icons that stand sentinel along the highway — plus other Route 66 art created by Schwartz.
“I know this road. Intimately. I’ve been under its spell for decades. I’ve made it my mission and my passion to capture its unique beauty. Along the journey, Route 66, its people, and uniquely American places have left an indelible imprint on me as vivid as the images I create,” Schwartz said.
More Schwartz’s Route 66 photography can be seen online at Picson66.com.
Buck Atom’s, founded by Mary Beth Babcock, highlights the work of Tulsa artists and designers, playing a key role in revitalizing Tulsa’s east Route 66 corridor.
(Images courtesy of David Schwartz)
What an awesome gallery! They look so great together.