In a unique blend of artistry, the Props and Pistons annual car and air show and the Hangar Art Show shared space as two events coinciding Saturday at the Tradewinds Airport in Amarillo.
Hundreds of cars and more than 100 art pieces from 30 unique local artists were displayed amongst the planes. The cars ranged from classic to modern masterpieces.
Jesse Murguia and Juan "Dash" Jimenez, organizers of the Hangar Art Show, spoke about setting up their art show.
Jimenez said that the show exceeded their expectations with the support that it received, with more than 1,500 people attending.
"We had a lot of positive feedback on putting on this show, which makes it a success at the end of the day," Jimenez said. "There was a lot of effort from the artists and friends to help us set up and put this event on. We want to put art where it is least expected."
Jimenez said that the owner of the hangar, Joshua Collier, suggested moving the art show to the same date as the Props and Pistons car and air show to have access to a wider audience. Collier, who owns Coyote Flight Center, said he had heard from a former student that the duo was searching for a place to put on an art show.
"I like supporting the local community," Collier said. "Without our local people, we would not exist as a business. I was very impressed; it turned out nice. The nice thing about art is the way it resonates with you. It is supposed to engage you, and this really engages people."
Murguia said that he and Jimenez are trying to give other local artists a chance to be seen in a professional setting so that they can have their art speak to others.
"We are trying to bring positivity in negative times; in a fake world, art is real," he said. "We are trying to build local artists up to have confidence in themselves to develop their professional careers."
Getting art on display is an issue for many artists, Merguia stated, due to the lack of accessibility.
"I want to make our shows as easy and accessible as possible for artists to display their art," he said. "We do not charge a commission; this is 100% non-profit for us. We make zero money hosting these shows; all the money goes to the artists. We do this for the love of art and community. As long as the artists are willing to help out, then we are all good."
According to Murguia, the show would not have happened without Collier stepping up to provide a space. He also said that he loved to have his shows in nontraditional venues so that the art was the focus.
"We have so many people come to see our shows that have never been to an art show," he said. "We have these shows free for the public and artists, and we have really gotten a great response from those who have seen them. With our shows, I want the art on display to be what shines."
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