The painting, titled "The Hub Diner," is a nostalgic portrayal of
a beloved Americana establishment from the mid-20th century. The
scene takes place on a late Saturday afternoon in May 1958, as
the graduating class of that year gathers to celebrate their
graduation by "dragging" the College and 11th Street traffic
circle one more time, a popular pastime of the era in Texas. The
focal point of the painting is the iconic blue '58 Impala,
reminiscent of the one featured in the movie "Peggy Sue Got
Married."
The Hub Diner, depicted in the painting, was built in the
mid-1940s and expanded to a full-fledged restaurant by the late
1950s. The design of the additions was crafted by the artist's
great uncle, Logan Welborn. The diner, representative of the era,
was constructed in a factory and shipped to its location by truck
or rail. The diner boasts "pleated" stainless equipment, decor,
and plenty of colorful neon, capturing the essence of Americana.
In this nostalgic scene, the artist has included several classic
cars and trucks, each with personal memories attached. The '57
Mercury Turnpike Cruiser reminds the artist of a spaceship, and
the kids in the '55 Ford pickup are depicted wearing a Davy
Crockett Coonskin Cap and 3-D glasses. The artist's own '41
Cadillac Series 75 is also visible, parked in front of the diner
behind the custom classic '51 Mercury. The most memorable feature
of the painting is the license plate of the blue '58 Impala,
which bears the name "Buddy" as a tribute to Buddy Holly whose
music was on the air all the time in 1958, and whose memory lives
on.
Description by the Artist
Watch this video presentation by the artist describing the
painting process, the research, and the hidden trivia in the
painting.
The original painting is 36x24" on masonite panel, completed in
1989.
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