Profile in the Wild #2 – by Dave Long
As a collection, and often as a habit, my artistic depictions of BMX reflect the fashions of my own bikes. Like many, Profile Racing parts are my own tried-and-true components, but the aesthetics of many of the products are why I also choose to include them in my artwork. A Push stem, Mini hubset, or Galaxy sprocket for instance, are instantly recognizable from a distance… a pinnacle many creators aspire to achieve with their work… For the theme of this collection, I wanted to capture a more subtle motif, something I‘ve titled ‘Profile in the Wild’. Often observed as a strategically placed sticker, a background banner, or the t-shirt of a supporter, ‘Profile in the Wild’ is the modest representation of a brand trusted by many…
While designed as a set for Profile Racing, each of the three illustrations pull inspiration from their own stories….
2. Pool Picture (2 of 3)- Like many, the majority of my adolescent time off of the bike was spent playing the original Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX on PlayStation. The first level, set in Greenville, NC, was a carefree introduction to the ‘Proquest’. While drawing this backyard pool scene I couldn’t help but be taken back to that first level, the unmistakable ‘What I Got’ starting, and my right pant leg still rolled up from a session that day…
-Dave Long