Artists from across the United States and North America and around the world participate in the annual FLying Piston Benefit Breakfast.
The artists provide their time and artistic vision to create art that is then sent to the Flying Piston silent auction.
The proceeds are used to raise awareness and funds for All Kids Bike for their work with disadvantaged kiddos to teach them how to ride bikes through their kindergartner P.E. classes. In addition, we work with Motorcycle Mission to help Vets and 1st responders.
We interview our 2023 Daytona Art On Deck artist, Yamasha, about being an artist from outside of the United States. And what we found is an Ukrainian artist that is living her best life and deeply affected by the war. We feel blessed that she has a big heart and Read more…
But first, let’s talk about the Deck – Lowrider crossover skate decks, also known as cruiser skateboards or longboards, are designed for cruising and transportation rather than tricks and stunts. They typically have a wider and longer deck shape for stability and a smoother ride. Lowrider Cross Over Skate Deck Read more…
Meet Artist Barbie the Welder at the 2023 Flying Piston Benefit Barbie The Welder is an American metal sculptor, skilled trades advocate, author, & philanthropist from Pompano Beach, Florida. Barbie’s hand sculpted masterpieces have been installed by cities & companies & are collected by discerning clients across the globe. Barbie’s Read more…
Artist Tony Morgan donates Thunder and Rain to the 2023 edition of the Sturgis edition of the Flying Piston Benefit. About Thunder and Rain – Original signed and numbered screen print by Artist Tony Morgan, from an edition of 60. 15″ x 22″, hand printed on cream 110lb 100% rag Read more…
Beautiful art makes a great gift for any occasion. Even for the person who has everything, a piece of artwork makes an amazing gift and can be an inspiring choice for that person. Few gifts are more memorable than art and taking the time to choose art for someone special Read more…
Tips to Create Skateboard Deck Art from “Art on Deck” Artists What you need to know: With the help from artists, we’ve put together list of items you need to create a painted skateboard and the steps to paint a skateboard. In addition, we’ve added examples of boards that participated Read more…
Professional Advice from Nick of NJValente Art on How to Paint a Skateboard What you need to know: Nick Valente is a teacher. And he teaches around Florida and on the YouTube channel – check out his channel at NJValente Art. What’s New: He created a video on how he went Read more…
2023 Flying Piston Featured Artists: Lora Wilkinson & Barbie The Welder We are happy to welcome two female artists to headline the 2023 Flying Piston Benefit Builders Breakfast at Sturgis Buffalo Chip. As part of this year’s women’s takeover edition, Barbie The Welder & Lora Wilkinson are bringing a female Read more…
Custom Growlers & Tumblers @ the 2023 Sturgis Drink the Art Competition Artists from across the country are supporting the Flying Piston Benefit. Each artist designed a tumbler or growler for the 2023 Sturgis Drink the Art presented by Big Frig benefit. Growlers and Tumblers go up for auction on Read more…
Sturgis “Art on Deck” Competition and Auction 20 artists from across the country are supporting the 2023 Sturgis Skateboard Art on Deck Contest. Each artist will be designing a skate deck and each deck will compete in an online competition and then available to purchase from the Flying Piston Benefit Read more…