The reason that car art has taken off as a viable medium is because people recognise the aesthetic appeal of cars – or, to be more specific, the aesthetic appeal of certain cars. There is no getting around it – some cars are ugly. They may be technically acceptable in many cases – and for the purpose they are built for there is nothing wrong with them. However, with many people wanting to drive cars that will get them noticed, for their purposes it is truly hard to beat a car that combines technical quality with aesthetic excellence.

In that respect, there is a real groundswell of appreciation and love for Italian sports cars. There is very little that anyone can teach the Italians about style. Their fashion, food, drink, and architecture mark out the nation of Italy as one place that will always feature when any conversation swings around to the topics of style and class. In sporting terms, the Italian soccer scene is and always has been one of the most prominent in the world, with perhaps the best combination of style and efficiency.

Marques like Ferrari, Alfa Romeo and Lamborghini play a major part in the world of car art. This should not surprise anyone. Not only do the Italians take their cars very seriously, they are also extremely conscious of the importance of art and aesthetics. This is why there is such a preponderance of car art which is dedicated to the Italian way – cars and art the way they should be, united on canvas.