This pop-realism drawing by Mike Pitzer meticulously captures a 1970s Briggs & Stratton 3hp minibike with striking clarity and precision. Rendered in graphite and Prismacolor pencils on paper, the artwork emphasizes the minibike’s distinctive form and mechanical details against a simple beige background. The bright red metal frame contrasts sharply with the large, rugged black tires, drawing the viewer’s eye to the robust construction. Fine details are evident in the textured seat, edged with white ruffles, and the compact white engine, which is rendered with careful attention to its labels and components. The straightforward black grips and minimalist handlebars complete the composition, reinforcing a sense of authenticity and functionality. Through exacting technique and restrained presentation, Pitzer’s artwork pays homage to a utilitarian object rooted in popular culture, presenting it with quiet reverence and vivid realism.
From the Artist:
Always wanted one. Mom and Dad both said, “No way in hell…” Couldn’t even do the check with one before you checked with the other trick…
Looking back on this, it was probably faster to build a minibike than it was to draw one. lol. It's about 99% finished. I still have to balance out the colors in a believable manner and then distress the paint job...which is probably the most fun and adds the most life to my works. Aside from those fun facts, the minibike is probably the actual size because the paper is 36" T x 45" W.
This pop-realism drawing by Mike Pitzer meticulously captures a 1970s Briggs & Stratton 3hp minibike with striking clarity and precision. Rendered in graphite and Prismacolor pencils on paper, the artwork emphasizes the minibike’s distinctive form and mechanical details against a simple beige background. The bright red metal frame contrasts sharply with the large, rugged black tires, drawing the viewer’s eye to the robust construction. Fine details are evident in the textured seat, edged with white ruffles, and the compact white engine, which is rendered with careful attention to its labels and components. The straightforward black grips and minimalist handlebars complete the composition, reinforcing a sense of authenticity and functionality. Through exacting technique and restrained presentation, Pitzer’s artwork pays homage to a utilitarian object rooted in popular culture, presenting it with quiet reverence and vivid realism.
From the Artist:
Always wanted one. Mom and Dad both said, “No way in hell…” Couldn’t even do the check with one before you checked with the other trick…
Looking back on this, it was probably faster to build a minibike than it was to draw one. lol. It's about 99% finished. I still have to balance out the colors in a believable manner and then distress the paint job...which is probably the most fun and adds the most life to my works. Aside from those fun facts, the minibike is probably the actual size because the paper is 36" T x 45" W.
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