A basic and colourful portray by Tyler Robertson has been formally unveiled by Churchill Downs Racetrack because the 2025 “Official Artwork of the Kentucky Derby.”
Becoming a member of the ranks of Leroy Neiman, Trish Biddle and Romero Britto on this storied artwork program, Louisville-based artist Robertson is understood for his dynamic sporting artwork, daring colours and palette knife strategies to include classical aesthetics and symbolism that add depth and narrative to his expressive type.
Robertson’s brilliant paintings for the 151st Kentucky Derby offered by Woodford Reserve celebrates the enduring picture of horses working into the primary flip with the historic Churchill Downs clubhouse and well-known Twin Spires within the background.
A former Louisville elementary faculty trainer for almost 20 years, Robertson is impressed by up to date, fashionable and stylized artwork. Beforehand, he was an formally licensed artist for the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Membership, and he not too long ago exhibited “A Hero’s Journey: a up to date research of jockeys” in London. His love for horse racing developed whereas attending the College of Louisville in 2001.
Robertson might be at Churchill Downs on Friday, Nov. 29 to signal prints of his paintings. The artist signing will happen within the Churchill Downs Retailer, situated simply contained in the Paddock Gate, between 2-4 p.m.
“We’re thrilled to showcase Tyler’s expertise as this yr’s artist,” stated Casey C. Ramage, Vice President of Advertising and marketing and Partnerships, Churchill Downs Racetrack. “His paintings celebrates the enduring spectacle of the Kentucky Derby via his vibrant, visible type and brings a contemporary perspective that followers will cherish for era to return.”
Roberston’s “Official Artwork of the Kentucky Derby” might be featured on the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks official racing applications and quite a lot of merchandise.
“I am extremely honored to be named the official artist for 151st working of the Kentucky Derby and be part of the legacy of artists who’ve captured this iconic occasion,” Robertson stated. “As a sporting artist centered on Thoroughbreds, it is a thrilling alternative to share my type and rejoice the ability and class of those athletes on such a prestigious stage.”
Prints and choose merchandise might be obtainable for buy at www.KentuckyDerbyStore.com beginning on Friday, Nov. 29.
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