Roger and Emily, photograph by Kim Cook

Roger and his wife Emily spontaneously joined us for a one day photo shoot for the new Uhl Works apparel catalog (www.uhlworks.com), adding a great vibe and fun to the day. They looked incredible and very natural wearing the new Uhl Works t-shirt designs.

Roger is recognized in the bike world as one of the best custom bike designer. Roger has built a number of incredible bikes and has always had a very creative and artistic approach. In 1984, he bought his first Harley - a 1984 Softail custom. He stripped it down to the frame, raked it, chromed it, painted it, etc. until it wasn’t even recognizable. Roger had many more “project bikes”, and in 1991 built the first Harley type custom bike to run a 170-17 rear tire. Roger pretty much decided at that point that there was nothing he hadn’t done to a stock Harley frame, and in 1992 began designing and building his own style and brand of motorcycle frames. He also invested in a CNC Mill and small lathe and started building his own billet components to go along with the frames.

People went wild when they saw Roger’s frames, and it was soon obvious that Roger’s hobby could turn into a full blown career. Roger’s creativity and design genius have produced many different styles of frames, parts and unbelievable motorcycles over the years including Roger’s signature design, BBW’s oil-in frame/drop seat style chassis which marked a revolutionary change in the style of custom motorcycles being offered to the general public. The designs were so unique that Roger Bourget obtained a U.S. Patent for it.

Roger is much respected in the industry, and his name is a trademark for high quality, performance oriented, uniquely styled motorcycles. We were very excited and thankful to have Roger and Emily part of our photo shoot project for Uhl Works.

]]> http://www.uhlstudios.com/blog/genius-custom-bike-designer-roger-bourget-takes-part-in-uhl-works-photo-shoot/feed/ http://www.uhlstudios.com/news-events/news/introducing-uhl-works-our-new-apparel-brand/ http://www.uhlstudios.com/news-events/news/introducing-uhl-works-our-new-apparel-brand/#comments Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:11:33 +0000 admin http://www.uhlstudios.com/?p=1074 We are excited to introduce Uhl Works - our new apparel brand! Uhl Works is the result of Dan’s and David’s creative vision and their artistic freedom. Check out the new T-shirt designs, which will be available for online purchase beginning July 15th at www.uhlworks.com

Uhl Works

Vermilion Serpent

Cherry Serpent and Vermilion Serpent

Artifact and Snappy Chassis

Old Skuhl and WidowMaker

Forbidden

Fusion

Fusion

]]> http://www.uhlstudios.com/news-events/news/introducing-uhl-works-our-new-apparel-brand/feed/ http://www.uhlstudios.com/news-events/news/davids-interview-on-hog-radio-podcast/ http://www.uhlstudios.com/news-events/news/davids-interview-on-hog-radio-podcast/#comments Fri, 04 Jun 2010 20:57:56 +0000 admin http://www.uhlstudios.com/?p=1035 On May 7, 2010, David was hosted on HOG RADIO, an Internet station about the world of Biking. The interview is available for downloading/listening and is also listed on iTunes (under HOG RADIO). David is featured in the second, third and fourth segments of the radio show (David’s interview begins around minute 21 of the show).
Listen to the podcast…

David presenting Uhl Studios booth. Ready to start the show!

David working on his new piece - “Baby Doll”.

David at SUN’n FUN, Lakeland, Florida – adding the final details to the “Baby Doll” original painting…

Greg in Uhl Studios booth, at SUN’n FUN.

Danial created these cool logos for our friends at The MeanStreet Riders – one of our favorite rock bands. Dan captures the feeling of riding the open road in the American West. Check out the fine details of the logos...

Dashboard Reflection

Dashboard White

Winged Reflection

Winged Black

Winged White

David Uhl’s Black Axe has recently been featured in the motorcycle documentary DVD “The Harbortown Bobber” by directors of the award-winning motorcycle movies “Choppertown: the Sinners” and “Brittown”.

In this short clip from the documentary, biker legend Dennis Goodson shows the Knucklehead bobber he built for David:

David used one of Dennis Goodson’s bikes (Panhead) in his painting: “Stars, Stripes and Stories”, and in 2006 he commissioned Dennis to design and build him his own Knucklehead. Dennis usually limits himself to building one to two bikes per year, and David’s bike consumed him the entire year of 2006. The bike was named “Black Axe”, after as Dennis explains, “its chopped-up gas tank” that boasts its own artistic design. The majority of the motorcycle consists of historical and unique parts dating from 1940 or earlier.

“The Harbortown Bobber” documentary DVD is available at: www.choppertown.com

To inquire about his work, Dennis Goodson can be reached at: 303-455-4054.

THE BLACK AXE - SPEC SHEET

• Owner – David Uhl
• Custom 1940 El Knucklehead Engine
• EL Bottom end with UL Flywheels
• 74 cubic inch Top End
• Little Linkert air cleaner by Goodson

EXHAUST

• Flash Gordan Chromed
• Stock Exhaust customized with Goodson heat shields

GAS TANK

• 1940 Fatbobs axed with waterfall decals inlaid in the sides
• Gas ball shut-off valve by Goodson

SPEEDO

• 1927 Essex Speedo customized by John Bordas signed by David Uhl
• Rear fender axed with 1940 HD beehive tail light inlaid by Goodson

WHEELS

• Front 21” spoker with Avon Tire
• Rear 16” spoker with Avon Tire

David with Black Axe in front of Uhl Studios

David Uhl's Black Axe

Classic brass finish is tastefully placed throughout the bike

The battery cover was given its own personality with the old-style water faucet handles and dice

Dennis Goodson fabricated the crash bars so they made perfect mounts for the low-slung highway lights

The narrowed gas tank has molded-in sides for the authentic early Harley-Davidson emblems

The speedometer’s face has David’s name inscribed across it. John Bordas reconditioned this old speedometer and added David’s signature

Resource and photos: IronWorks April 2007, Dain Gingerelli

In March 2010, Brian O’Meara and Bonnie Murray commissioned Uhl Studios to paint a pin up girl on Brian’s model airplane – which measures over 8 feet long and has a wing span of 8 feet. It flies at 200 mph and travels a football field in under two seconds. It has a real jet turbine and burns Jet-A fuel. This model airplane is a replica of a F-84 Thunderstreak, which was manufactured in the 1950s. Four of these airplanes were once loaned by the U.S. Airforce to the Royal Dutch Air Show Team for two weeks. Brian’s model airplane already included the original Dutch Air Show Team markings, and now he wanted Uhl Studios to add a pin up girl and the airplane’s original name Baby Doll to it.

Brian O’Meara’s model plane: a F-84 Thunderstreak

The pin up girl chosen to be painted on Brian’s model airplane was inspired by Gil Elvgren’s 1963 artwork “Suzanne”. Gil Elvgren was one of the most important pin-up and glamour artists of the twentieth century. He was a master of portraying feminine attributes and his work continuously provides modern artists with inspiration.

The Original “Suzanne” by Gil Elvgren - 1963

This project inspired David and Danial to create a new fine art painting for the “Aviation and Military” collection. Brian and Bonnie were invited to take part and were very enthusiastic about the idea. They both agreed to pose as models for the piece: Brian as a painter and Bonnie as a pin up girl. Brian provided his model airplane and also his grandfather’s 1935 Ford two-ton dump truck to be featured in the painting. Having all the necessary elements (models & props) and an idea in mind, David Uhl was ready to start work on this new piece of art.

PROJECT’S STAGES:

1. STAGE #1 - “Baby Doll” & Pin Up Girl on Brian’s Model Airplane

Danial James airbrushing and hand painting “Baby Doll” and the pin up girl on the model airplane

2. STAGE #2 – Staging the Photo Shoot

Brian O’Meara’s truck – a 1935 vintage Ford two-ton dump truck

Pushing the old truck into the right place for the photo shoot

Photographer Darrell Pierson of Body Photage discussing the setting with Bonnie and Brian

Brian practicing for his modeling role

A photo shoot at the back of Uhl Studios…This photo will later help David paint all the details on his new "Baby Doll" piece

3. STAGE #3 – David Uhl Painting His “Baby Doll” Piece

The result of the photo shoot - a Photoshop composition for the final painting (combining both Brian’s model airplane and the Uhl Studios photo shoot)

The initial line drawing of the composition on canvas

David blocking in color on the piece

David painting upside down – a technique used to keep proper dimensions and eliminate optical illusions

David at SUN’n FUN show in Lakeland, Florida – adding the final details to the "Baby Doll" original painting

Final Piece

Uhl Studios would like to thank Brian O’Meara and Bonnie Murray for their enthusiasm and engagement in this special project.

Uhl Studios will be preparing a limited edition of “Baby Doll” prints. If you are interested in ordering a print, please contact Uhl Studios Sales Manager, Greg Rhodes at: 303-913-4840.

Uhl Studios commissioned Dennis to make a replica of the eagles that grace the Chrysler Building in New York City. It took Dennis months to recreate the eagle from historical photographs. Now, the results of his incredible craftsmanship skills can be admired in Golden, Colorado.

Some facts about the eagle:
- The eagle was handmade from 16ga stainless steel sheet.
- The head measures a little more than 5 feet long, and about 3 feet at its mounting point.
- The wingspan is a little over 20 feet long.

To inquire about his custom metal art works, Dennis Goodson of Fantasy in Iron can be reached at: 303-455-4054

Dennis with the eagle… note the hand-hammered textured finish

One of the original eagles in New York City in the 1930s

Dennis Goodson of Fantasy in Iron with his version of the Chrysler eagle

An overview of the building, with the eagle above David’s studio

The gorgeous stainless steel raptor adorning the top of Uhl Studios building

A new winter look…

First stage of t-shirt designing…David making sketches for V-Twin PinUp tee.

Another design sketch by David.

Dan at work. Bringing the sketches to life…

“Temptation” tee for ladies, this new tee line will be launched in mid-April.

Some draft versions of the new t-shirt lines by Uhl Studios.

Sculptor Jeff Decker and David in Daytona.

Imagine Jeff’s and David’s surprise when they discovered a “Bob Ross” gallery in the area…

David poses in front of Stella with one of his loyal collectors.

David explains his inspiration for “The Liberator” to a German photographer.

David puts the finishing touches on the “Stella” original.

David working on the fifth addition to his “Vintage Pin-Up” series.

David with the lucky owner of the original painting.

The winners were randomly drawn on the last day of Daytona Bike Week (March 7, 2010), from the members of our email list, fans on Facebook, and followers on Twitter.

The prize sets, including a one-of-a-kind, artist’s proof poster with matching t-shirt from the Harley Davidson series will be sent to:

- Ron Birgenheier

- Steve Prather

Congratulations!

The random drawing for these two prize sets will take place on the March 7, 2010, on the last day of Daytona Bike Week. The two lucky winners will be announced on the Uhl Studios blog.

Join us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or just sign up on our email list and you will be automatically entered for the Daytona Give Away. Don’t miss a chance to win these cool designer t-shirts and posters!

Please sign up for our email list on our website to receive information about Uhl Studios new releases.

David Uhl has recreated another iconic moment in motorcycle history on his canvas, J.C. Pappy Hoel on this beloved Indian motorcycle in front of his Sturgis dealership. Pappy’s life passion was motorcycling. He was a motorcycle dealer and race promoter, and is considered to be the founder of the Black Hills Classic Rally held annually in Sturgis, South Dakota. On August 14, 1938, Pappy along with his wife Pearl, and other members of the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club held the community’s first motorcycle “Rally”, which attracted about 200 people. Today, hundreds of thousands motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the globe attend the Black Hills Classic. David Uhl is proud to present “Pappy” to honor his legacy on the 70th anniversary of this historic and influential motorcycle rally.

For further information regarding this piece, please contact Greg Rhodes at: 303-913-4840.

We are pleased to announce the print release of David’s special Bike Week piece for this year’s rally in Daytona. “Rebel Yell” is the sixth commemorative print in this series, joining “Censored 1933″, “Rumblefish”, “Buried Treasure”, “Babe”, and “Daytona Ink”.

“With this year’s commemorative piece, I wanted to speak to the ’40s again and illustrate the spirit of the rally from the perspective of being young at heart and throwing caution to the wind . Back in the late 1940s, the average motorcycle enthusiast was a veteran returned from the war who was consistently drawn to the rallies for the flat out exitement and balls to the wall insanity of racing down a beach. Of course, everyone in the area would be affected by the sounds and the energy, especially young boys screaming their own echoes of the climate of exhiliration.”

David F Uhl

For further information regarding Rebel Yell please contact Greg Rhodes at: 303-913-4840 or click here.

David Uhl, caught in the midst of creating his 2010 Daytona Commemorative piece…obviously protective of the image, David is not ready to reveal his final concept just yet.

The sixth piece in this series will be launched via email in the next few days (one of many reasons to sign up on our “New Release” email list). The official unveiling will take place during Daytona Bike Week in our gallery at Destination Daytona Harley-Davidson in Ormond Beach, FL. The gallery will be open daily from February 26 through March 7, 2010.

You don’t have to be in Daytona to order your limited-edition canvas print but all orders must be received by the end of the rally on March 7, 2010 when we close the edition.

You can follow David’s progress periodically here on the website and if you do come to Bike Week, please stop by and say hi.

Steven Tyler and David before the Legend Ride

Steven visits the gallery at the Gold Dust Casino in Deadwood