IT’S NOT SOME MYSTERIOUS WISH THAT WE’RE IGNORING
Paraphrasing one of the brilliant lines from the TV series “Mad Men”… For those who are not familiar, this show is set in the advertising world of Manhattan in the 1960s. Continue reading “”
Year: 2013
“RUSH” PREMIERES
Had a chance to see Ron Howard’s “Rush” in a movie theatre last night and came away very impressed. It portrays the Formula 1 racing rivalry between Austrian Niki Lauda and Brit James Hunt leading to the climactic 1976 Driver’s Championship. Unlike previous motorsports films, it has an absolutely compelling story line and believable character development. It is also wonderfully cinematic in scope with great attention to period-correct details. Continue reading “”
PORSCHE 911: 50 YEARS AGO – UNVEILED TO THE PUBLIC
At the Frankfurt Auto Show in September 1963 sat a prim-rose-colored coupe with seat centers trimmed in checked cloth. It was called the Porsche 901, a model that would later become the 911 after Peugot objected to the use of “0†as a middle digit. Thus the iconic 911 was born. Continue reading “”
AUTUMN IN AMERICA
On this first day of fall, I’m thinking of the times my wife and I spent in New England at this time of year. The coast of Maine is perhaps our favorite location to photograph, as it reminds us of the Pacific Northwest’s San Juan Islands. For those lucky enough to live in this photogenic destination, enjoy the color and change of season! Continue reading “”
NEW MAC COMING
Apple’s soon to be released powerhouse of a computer is radically different from previous Mac Pros. Assembled in the USA, it will have twice the performance in a package less than half the size. I want one! Continue reading “”
AMERICA’S CUP – SAN FRANCISCO DREAMING
Here’s a post for my sailing buddies. Being a Hobie 14 owner, it’s exciting for me to see these high-tech catamarans fly a hull at 25+ knots. Continue reading “”
FERRARI F40 VS. F50 VIDEO BY CHRIS HARRIS
Like You’ve Never Seen Them Before… This ain’t no concours, folks. Continue reading “”
NEW GALLERY COLLECTIONS ON-LINE
Happy Labor Day! We’ve been working hard at Wells Imagery to provide brand new galleries. Continue reading “”
PORSCHE 911: 50 YEARS AGO – GETTING CLOSE
At this time 50 years ago, Ferry and Butzi Porsche were ready to have a final version of the motor and transmission installed in the 901 body. Continue reading “”
GOATS HEAD SOUP
What a name for an album title… leave it to The Rolling Stones.
It was forty years ago that the band released this LP recorded at Kingston, Jamaica’s Dynamic Sound Studios. Keith Richards recalls, “Jamaica was one of the few places that would let us all in! By that time about the only country that I was allowed to exist in was Switzerland.” Mick Jagger says, “Songwriting and playing is a mood. Like the last album we did (Exile on Main St.) it was basically recorded in short concentrated periods.” Continue reading “”
EARLY 911S AND VINYL ARE HOT!
How did I happen to pick two passions 20 years ago that would become so popular today? I don’t know, but the modest acquisitions I made a decade or so ago have grown into a good chunk of my financial portfolio.
The important thing to me is that I use each as they were intended. I play my original ’60s first pressing UK vinyl on my turntable and drive my Porsche 1972 911S and 911T/ST enthusiastically on a regular basis. Those hobbies, my work and good health are all I could ask for. Of course, my wife is my greatest blessing – can’t put a number on that! Continue reading “”
FINE ART DISCOUNT
For the next month I’m offering 15% off any photo purchases from my e-commerce website/store including images from my Automotive Fine Art Gallery. This includes prints, posters, canvas murals, and all sorts of fun stuff like screensavers, puzzles and t-shirts. Continue reading “”
FINDING TRUE VALUE IN A GT SPEEDSTER
I feel very fortunate to be a contributor for several automotive magazines. One benefit is working with great editors and car owners. Pete Stout and Greg Young are two who fit that descrption. I’ve come to know them, and they have enhanced my writing, photography and life. Congrats, guys, on your latest achievements.
CARRERA PANAMERICANA IN A PORSCHE 911
Excellence magazine has done it again in issue #213. They’ve profiled a Porsche owner who is a true enthusiast and racer. He is Walt Sikes, a competitor who chose the early 911 as his weapon of choice. Check out his pair of 1965 build 911s.
Here’s an excerpt from my article (Thanks Greg Brown and John Kirikos!): Continue reading “”
FERRARI
Along with Porsches, I am often given the opportunity to photograph other marques on assignment. Recently these have included Ferrari, Lamborghini and BMW.
Ferrari for me symbolizes Italian design combined with speed and excitement. From the engine note to the sculpted lines of the car, there is something unique about the best examples. Continue reading “”
