Automotive Fine Arts Society Steals the Show at Amelia Island Concours

AMELIA ISLAND, Fla., March 15 -- The Automotive Fine Arts Society exhibition during the 7th annual Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance from March 7 through 10, 2002, was a tremendous success as the public enthusiastically embraced the Amelia Island, Fla., event. Artists exhibited 100 of their most recent works during the show, including pieces created in a variety of mediums, such as oil, watercolor acrylic, gouache, pen & ink, bronze and wood.

According to AFAS President Ken Eberts, ``We are honored by our partnership with the Amelia Island Concours. Alongside the finest cars in the world, this venue serves as the largest automotive fine art show on the east coast. As an emerging genre in art, we are pleased with the continued support that the Concours organizers, participants, and public provide.''

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) sponsored the annual art show for the first time this year. In addition to providing essential support, they also enabled the AFAS to raise money for the Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, Inc.

Mazda North American Operations is responsible for the sales and marketing, customer parts and services support of Mazda vehicles in the United States. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., MNAO has more than 700 dealerships nationwide.

AFAS was established in 1983 by a group of artists who are acknowledged by critics to be among the best in their field. Members work in many diverse mediums including oil, watercolors, acrylics, wood, clay and metal. AFAS participates