NASC’ART: The Art of Speed and Racing

NASC’ART, The Art of Speed and Racing Theme: NASC’ART, the Art of Speed and Racing The juried Exhibit will host original pieces of art live at Richmond Raceway in August 2025 for Race Week in the Old Dominion Building. The art that is shown live will also be shown online and all art will be purchased online through the website. Exhibition at Richmond Raceway – August 8-17. 2025 Online Exhibition CAC Website – July 10 – August 17, 2025 https://www.crossroadsartcenter.com/collections/nasc-art-the-art-of-speed-and-racing-exhibition-2025-at-richmond-raceway From the sleek lines of race cars to the adrenaline-fueled energy of the track, all submissions must connect to the essence of speed, competition, and racing culture. Artists are encouraged to explore this theme in unique and unexpected ways across various media.  Juror: Noah Scalin Artists delved into the essence of speed, motion, and competition. This theme celebrates the fusion of art and the exhilarating world of racing, offering opportunities to explore concepts like:

• Vehicles in Motion: Depict the power, design, and precision of racecars.
• Adrenaline and Energy: Capture the intensity of the race – the roaring engines, the thrill of victory, and the split-second moments that define a competition.
• Human and Machine Connection: Highlight the relationship between drivers and their vehicles, showcasing the artistry of control, skill, and focus.
• Tracks and Environments: Explore the textures, patterns, and atmospheres of racetracks, from the curves of the course to the vibrant colors of flags and crowds.
• Symbolism of Speed: Use abstract or conceptual elements to evoke feelings of movement, time, and acceleration.
• Cultural Significance: Reflect on how racing impacts society, culture, and communities, whether through iconic events like NASCAR, Formula 1, or local traditions.

10% of the commission will benefit Richmond Raceway Cares, which is the community arm of Richmond Raceway. Through partnerships with hundreds of organizations in Central Virginia, RR hosts special events and has strategic alliances that allow us to give a great deal of financial support to well-deserving groups in the Richmond area.   Awards 1st Place: Allen Bentley, Live Wire, Oil on Canvas, 32 x 84″, $9000  Live Wire explores the thrill of racing. The painting features a 1969 McLaren M7C. The world pulls back as the driver’s focus hones in. First Place:  $300 and Two (2) VIP Experience Passes for August 16, 2025, Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Race. Includes – Parking pass, Suite access for (2), VIP credentials, access to Cup garages, Infield Fangrounds, Pre-race pit/grid access, Pre-race driver intro ceremony and post-race winners circle celebration, signing of start/finish line and VIP track laps in pace car and deluxe swag bag. 2nd Place: Steve Bennett, No Room for Error, Oil Pastel and Pencil on Rag Board, 25 x 38, framed to 29 x 42″, $1450  F-1 aces Piquet, Jones, and Villeneuve hurl their ultra exotic machines into a corner, separated only by inches at speeds that generate G forces only seen in jet fighters. The great English driver Stirling Moss described this as “dabbling on the boundary of disaster.” Second Place: $200 and (2) Torque Club Passes for August 16, 2025, Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Race. Includes Parking pass, club access for (2), access to garages, Infield Fangrounds, Pre-race drivers intro ceremony and post-race winners circle celebration, signing of start/finish line and deluxe swag bag. 3rd Place: John Price, 12 Seconds, Oil on Canvas, 24 x 36 x .75″, framed to 25 x 37 x 1″, $2500 12 seconds…that is the average pit stop at a NASCAR race. A crew chief, car chief, tire changers, jackman, tire carrier, fueler, and a utility man or woman, refuel, change tires, and making adjustments in 12 seconds. This painting attempts to show the blurry movements of the pit crew. Third Place:  $100 and (2) Reserves Seating Grandstands tickets with Infield Fan grounds access passes for August 16, 2025, Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Race. Includes access to garages, Infield Fan grounds, Pre-race drivers intro ceremony and post-race winners circle celebration, deluxe swag bag