Cruisin' Culture - Art and other stuff. Cruisin' Culture is a business that sells select local and overseas art/music/creativity and more. Auto-related, lowbrow, traditional grass root's culture amongst others, with a hint of old grease and burnt oil thrown in for good measure. It's about the Artist, just as much as it is about the Art!

Saturday 31 December 2011

The Raydar Magazine

Now available from Cruisin' Culture World Headquarters... The Raydar Magazine 
Issue One has just arrived!
Now listen up folks, Issue One has just arrived so grab yourself a copy before they are all gone.
There are some great articles to read and for those who just look at the pictures, well there are plenty of those too!
Add in Paul and Tim's humour (Yes they do have some and hopefully still more left for Issue Two...) stories from afar and even something for those who love to sniff, I mean use glue to stick plastic models together.

In Pocketbook format with 58 pages featuring:  Pulp, Cars, Art, Bikes and Crap, it's all in there. 
You really havta to luv the British humour too! They are just in a class (on their own) of their own......
Exclusively available through Cruisin' Culture New Zealand 
Message or email me to secure a copy for yourself.
Just 15 Kiwi Fun Tickets (That's $15.00 to the uninitiated + postagea copy, so grab yourself one and find a cosy spot to rest up and read!
If I'm in a good mood I may even throw in a Cruisin' Culture decal for free.... jus' sayin'

Tuesday 29 November 2011

Drag Daddy Artwork is here and on Special for Christmas!

Here's the hedzup, there are 11 prints currently up for grabs! 11" x 17" in size, photo's don't do them justice!
They were $30.00 ea + p&p  Now $25.00 each + p&p 
Only 1 of each available!!















Car N Art Print's are here, first up, best dressed...!

Even better in the flesh!
Yes that's right, I have 2 set's only of these grouse prints. We blew the ash cloud outta the way, these print's will impress! Keven has a brief for each lot.
The Arsenal of Design, 6 poster collector set. You get six, 12" x 12" silkscreened posters. Each one hand crafted on French Olive green paper. Silkscreened in two colors (black and antique white) All are signed and number and very suitable for framing.
Each poster showcases a favorite car I've rendered: 1938 Chevy Gasser, 1940 Ford Sedan, PreWar Speedster dirt track racer, 1928 Ford Pick-up truck, 1955 Pontiac Chieftain Gasser and 1929 Ford Roadster - the "Gow Cart" project. $115.00 set + p&p
Special Christmas Offer! 
Only $90.00 + p&p for the set of 6! 
Save yourself $25.00! That work's out to only $15.00 a print, that's crazy but out they go! Only 2 sets available.

Poster series for Vintage Torque Fest 2010. Originally created for the event May 2010. Each poster is 11" x 17" Digitally reproduced on heavy matte paper This limited edition run is only 100 pieces and I'm selling off the remaining of the dead stock I have. Once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now.  SOLD!
Limited edition poster: "BLOWN". Each poster is 11" x 17" printed on 12 point (heavy weight) card stock with a matte finish and suitable for framing. This limited edition run will be only 250 signed and numbered prints. Grab yours up now. 
$35.00 ea Now $30.00 ea + p&p 2 available.

 Limited edition poster: "COMBUSTION COCKTAIL". Each poster is 22" x 8.5" printed on 12 point (heavy weight) card stock with a matte finish and suitable for framing. This limited edition run will be only 250 signed and numbered prints and once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now. 
$35.00 ea   Now $30.00 + p&p currently sold out!

Limited edition poster: "TRIPOWER". Each poster is 18" x 24" printed on 12 point (heavy weight) card stock with a matte finish and suitable for framing. This limited edition run will be only 250 signed and numbered prints and once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now.
$35.00 ea   Now $30.00 ea + p&p only 1 left!

Limited edition poster "Little Honker". Created for the 2011 Detroit Autorama Extreme - Artist Alley pick. #1 in this limited edition sold for $185 at auction for Leader Dogs for the Blind. Each poster is 12" x 18" two color silkscreened on 100 lb.(heavy weight) Cherry Red French Paper and suitable for framing. Each poster is hand pulled in black and metallic bright silver inks. This limited edition run is only 100 signed and numbered prints. Once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now. 
$35.00 ea + p&p  Now $30.00 ea + p&p 2 available.

Limited edition miniposter. Each poster is 12" x 6" two color silkscreened on 100 lb.(heavy weight) Cherry Red French Paper and suitable for framing. Each poster is hand pulled in black and metallic gold inks. This limited edition run will be only 100 signed prints and once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now. 
$15.00 ea + p&p Now $12.00 ea + p&p 3 available.

Limited edition poster: "CRASH! #10 Helmet". Each poster is 12" x 12" two color silkscreened on 100 lb.(heavy weight) French Paper and suitable for framing (frame not included). Each poster is hand pulled in black and metallic gold inks. This limited edition run will be only 100 signed and numbered prints and once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now. 
$35.00 ea + p&p Now $30.00 + p&p 1 only available!


We are pleased to present this limited edition poster: "CRANKED & SHAFTED". Each poster is 8.5" x 22" printed on 12 point (heavy weight) card stock with a matte finish and suitable for framing. This limited edition run will be only 200 signed and numbered prints and once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now. 
$35.00 ea + p&p Now $30.00 ea + p&p 2 available.

Limited edition poster "Burning Love #4". Created for the Half Fast Chicago annual event. Each poster is 18" x 12" single color silkscreened on 100 lb.(heavy weight) Black Freckle tone French Paper and suitable for framing. Each poster is hand pulled in metallic bright silver ink. This limited edition run is only 100 signed and numbered prints. Once they are gone, they're gone! Grab yours up now.
$30.00 ea + p&p Now $25.00 ea + p&p 2 available.

Monday 28 November 2011

Chris Piscitelli Artwork - Special Christmas Deal

Free postage "In NZ Only" if you order this set of 3 prints, between now and 30th November. 

The "Blueprint series" 13" x 19" set of 3. 
All signed and printed on high quality heavy weight matt stock.
Normally $90.00 the set + p&p That's a saving of more than $10.00!

Just a few set's left now...
First in first served, so hurry to secure a set for yourself, or that someone special!


The Coupe



 The Tudor Sedan 



The Roadster Pickup

Design 165 - Artwork by Chris Piscitelli

The artwork is selling well and there are still a few prints left.
There are the 3 Blueprint Series posters $90.00 + p&p
Little Honker $30.00 + p&p 
Fenderless Trio "A Coupe" "Roadster Pickup" and "Tall T" 
$30.00 + p&p for the set of 3. Sold out!
Plus a handful of Chris' Design 165 3 1/2" round spark plug decals.... only $3.00 ea or 2 for $5.00
Free postage in New Zealand when buying 3 or more of the above prints.

The Flattrakkers

These CD's are selling fast!
Special for Christmas: Buy the set of 3 CD's for $70.00 saving $10 and also get free postage!  New Zealand orders only. 
For International enquiries and postage rate, email: david@cruisinculture.co.nz


"Winner Takes All" $30.00 each + P&P

Can you smell the methanol??……
The Flattrakkers new album “Winner Takes All” is finally here. Hot off the press the boys have put down an all new 14 track variety feast for all. They’re stoked with the result and can’t wait to bring it to you.

The band is Mark Hawkins, Bruce Findlay and Matt Ward and together they’ve played many a gig around Newcastle and Sydney and travelled regularly interstate to showcase their very own revved up sound. In March 2010 the boys were invited to New Zealand for the Beach Hop Festival and were met with such a sizzling reception the organisers quickly locked them in for 2011.

In 2004 The Flattrakkers recorded their debut album High Octane and were overwhelmed by the response received here in Australia and around the world. The album was enough to set their “sound” and The Flattrakkers name in concrete.

In 2008 Speedcar Demon was released with the same response from fans although leaving them begging for more. High Octane and Speedcar Demon continue to gain momentum and attention to this day with tunes being featured in many a hot rod/racing doco (in at least 3 countries) and the title track High Octane also gets a run in the Paul Hogan movie Charlie & Boots.

These Aussie boys will continue to raise the stakes both near and far and are a real eye-opener to see live. They work extra hard to make sure each gig is a new experience with plenty of originals and covers from artists such as Johnny Cash, Wayne Hancock, Bruce Springsteen, The Stray Cats and even Billy Idol.



"Speedcar Demon" $25.00 each + P&P



"High Octane" $25.00 each + P&P

Purchase all 3 CD's and we will post free in New Zealand

Tuesday 22 November 2011

The Atomic Market

By now, most of you will have seen what a great success The Atomic Market was!
Here's a candid shot of our trade stall.
Thank you to everyone who dropped by, said hi and bought stuff!
See you all again next year!





The car is loaded to the gunwhales and she's a tail draggin'
So, only one more sleep and then we are bound for Glamilton with a swag of art and flotsam and jetsam onboard....

The Atomic Market,  Waikato’s very own Vintage Fair - for all things Retro and Vintage
The Boudoir Betties – two local vintage style gals organising Hamiltons’ first Vintage style Fair, encompassing all things vintage.
Hamilton will find itself in vintage heaven when The Atomic Fair hits town for the first time, this unique and exciting experience to lovers of all things retro & vintage. Choose from over twenty stalls ranging from vintage & retro fashions, furniture, homewares, crafts, art and more.
Cupcakes and refreshments will be served on the day.
Calling all budding vintage style pinups, rockabilly, vintage style vixens. The Debonair Do’s & Besame vintage styling seminar will be an interactive session for hair and makeup styling for that classic gorgeous look.
Got a hot vintage ride-parking will be available for classics, hot rods and customs on the day.
Saturday, November 19th  9.00am-4.00pm. Gold coin entry.
The Celebrating Age Centre, 30 Victoria Street, Hamilton
For more information: Contact – Melanie Freeman: 021 025 21220 or email: rosinadezign@hotmail.com

Monday 21 November 2011

CAR-N-ART Decals


Just arrived are these killer decals from Keven at CAR-N-ART.
Ideal for your ride, your garage cupboard door, your toolbox or maybe even as a gift for a fellow gearhead!
Only $3.00 ea or $20.00 for the complete set of 8, plus p&p


Sins of Steel Licence Plate 95mm x 52mm $3.00 ea


Sins of Steel Crest 105mm x 95mm $3.00 ea 



Sins of Steel MCM 146mm x 52mm $3.00 ea


Gow Cart 105mm x 68mm $3.00 ea



Arsenal of Design 95mm dia. $3.00 ea


Car-N-Art Pinstripe Head 108mm x 97mm $3.00 ea



Car-N-Art Gasser 108mm x 95mm $3.00 ea



Car-N-Art Gasser 108mm x 95mm $3.00 ea




Sunday 20 November 2011

Born With Too Much Shit

Mark this on your calendars folks, Cruisin' Culture and a whole heap of others will be there!
Should be a good day out and I also have on good authority that there will be some scrumptious food and an array of beverages available too!

Wednesday 16 November 2011

Jalopyrama Posters are here now!

Just arrived into Cruisin' Culture World Headquarters...
Jalopyrama #7 and #8 Posters by the Illustrious Jeff Norwell!
These are 18" x 24", worthy of any prime wall space and will look totally killer, framed!



 $30.00 ea + p&p Limited stock available, so get in quick!

P.S. There will be additional Jalopyrama items up for grabs as well, more info on that later!

Thursday 3 November 2011

Rad Rods DVD's

We are proud to announce Rad Rods DVD's are now available at Cruisin' Culture World Headquarters!
4 volumes of the UK's best selling, lowest budget DVD's, action filled with nearly everything you could want......!
Filmed exclusively in Shite-O-Vision at great expense!
Only $45ea + p&p or ask for a super deal (p.o.a.) for the whole series, if you dare!


Vol 1: Showcases Rods, Customs and Bikes of the UK Hotrodding scene. From Show footage to Drag Racing, from Art to the Guys who live the Lifestyle and drive some of the Coolest Machinery on the Planet! Add to that a Fantastic Soundtrack , what more could you want! (The next 3 as well?)


Vol 2: A Trip to The Hayride, Supernationals, Tootall, New Projects, Shows, Club Meets, Cruises and more...


Vol 3: 20th Hot Rod Drags, Steve Caballero, Limeworks, Don Dillard, Alex Gambino, Hot Rod Holiday to name a few... With Music by The Cats, Pushrod, Big Jef Special, The Sidemen and the Silvermen.


Vol 4: Royal Kustoms, The California Hot Rod Reunion, Cole Foster, The Lonestar Roundup, Wayne Allman and Ed Brown. Music from Jack Rabbit Slim*, Speedball Jr, The Route 66 Killers and The Buick 55's
*Jack Rabbit Slim appear courtesy of Western Star

As mentioned all of these DVD's are painstakingly filmed in Shite-O-Vision(tm)
Grab a copy (or the whole set) now!

Wednesday 2 November 2011

The Jalopy Dust Up 2012

No fuss, cat and mouse racing at it's best. The Dust up is happening again next year!
We have been to every one and words don't do it justice!
Various photo's have been posted on websites around the world.
So, if you can't make it, keep your eyes peeled for the updates and photo's when they come to hand!



Kustom Kemps of America

Check out this clip, I am sure you will enjoy!
Kustom Kemps of America KKOA Salina Kansas Lead Sled Spectacular DVD 2011 Preview.
Full credit to John from Coolstuff!


Sunday 16 October 2011

Dave Carney - Artist - Australia - New Zealand

I would like to introduce you to a friend of mine, Dave Carney. Long story short, we met 30+ years ago when we both were doing our trade and had an interest in cars. Dave now lives in Queensland and below are a couple of pieces of his artwork, to whet your appetite. Please check out his site and contact him if you would like a commission piece done.






Thursday 13 October 2011

The Lot magazine

Traditional Hot Rod and Custom Car Magazine.

These are a limited edition publication and each copy is numbered and signed by Rob Payne, himself.
Just arrived are Issues 2,3 and 4 of this great pocket book.
40 plus pages, full of traditional hot rods and customs in a pocket book format.






Only $12.00ea + p&p
Here's a link to The Lot Mag website http://www.thelotmag.com/
There are a few copies of each, so give me a holler to secure your own copy.

Sunday 9 October 2011

***Royals Rumble***

Had a great time at the "Royals Rumble" in Pirongia, yesterday.
As usual, was excellent to catch up with friends and acquaintences.
Met Bruce McLachlan, a very talented artist and below is a pic of some of his art.



For more info, go to his website... http://www.brucemclachlan.co.nz/

Managed to get a few pix, below is just an overview of the vehicles that were there. Roll on Next year!