When I first saw Andy Warhol's BMW Art Car in class, I was not sure how to take it. I've always enjoyed automobiles, but I believe that classic and/or rare cars are best left to their original conditions. These were created for a specific time and should forever be held to that standard. I look at cars as many people look at art, I like to enjoy the work as it was initially intended. However, after listening to some interviews from artists who have been a part of this program, I have a new understanding for their perspectives. To them, it is not just a car, but a way to illustrate their visions for the world to see. When BMW originally made these cars, it was what they believed to be the best design for the masses. What these artists do, is to create their own picture of what BMW wanted to show. By taking a class in art, it has allowed me to think "outside of the box" and take others' interpretations into account. It is also ironic that many artists who have participated in the Art Car program have been people that we have discussed in class.
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