Auto Love

Introducing "Auto Love," a series delving into Scandinavia's profound fascination with classic cars. In these bucolic landscapes, American muscle cars juxtapose with robust and reliable Volvos and Saabs, embodying a cultural love for vintage automobiles. This automotive adoration is rooted in an appreciation for craftsmanship, a connection to automotive heritage, and a shared sense of nostalgia. Classic cars serve as more than mere artifacts; they symbolize a collective identity, fostering community engagement and reflecting a sustainable mindset. "Auto Love" as a future project would unravel the layers of this cultural phenomenon, exploring what the cherished vintage vehicles reveal about Scandinavian values and society at large.

For example, in a region known for its commitment to sustainability and environmental consciousness, the act of preserving and using classic cars aligns with a broader ethos. Classic cars, when well-maintained, can be viewed as sustainable alternatives to constant turnover in the automotive industry, promoting longevity and a reduced environmental impact.

Or how about, classic cars evoke a sense of nostalgia, harkening back to a bygone era that is often idealized. The allure of these vehicles lies not only in their mechanical prowess but in the memories and emotions they evoke. Owning and maintaining a classic car becomes a tangible link to the past, providing a nostalgic journey for both the owner and those who encounter these vintage treasures on the roads.



Print Edition, Sizes & Price

EXTRA LARGE  (2AO)
118.9 x 168.2cm paper size
98.9cm x 148.2cm image size
Edition of 3 + 1 AP
US$1,800.00

LARGE (A0)
84.1cm x 118.8cm paper size
74.1cm x 98.9cm image size
Edition 5 + 1 AP
US$1,300.00

MEDIUM (A1)
59.4cm x 84.1cm paper size
39.4cm x 64.1cm image size
Edition 5 + 1 AP
US$1,000.00

SMALL (A2)
42.0cm x 59.4cm paper size
32cm x 39.4cm image size
Edition 5 + 1 AP
US$850.00

EXTRA SMALL (A3)
29.7cm x 42.0cm paper size
19.7cm x 32.0cm image size
Edition 5 + 1 AP
US$499.00

Auto Love
RICHARD MARK DOBSON Auto Love
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1965 Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Aurakatu street, Turku. Finland.
RICHARD MARK DOBSON Auto Love
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Chev Bel Air
Finland. A 1960's Chevrolet Bel Air running the sun dappled asphalt between Merikarvia and Närpes along the forested coastline abutting the Gulf of Bothnia.
RICHARD MARK DOBSON Auto Love
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1967 Ford Thunderbird

Finland. Road to Pori
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