[From Malcom Johnson, friend, arts activist, documentary photograher and former correspondent to Art Taco]
" The art cars remind me of the van murals in the 1980's. One of the
best artists was the late Jimmy Bryant of St. Pete. About two years ago,
I saw one his paint jobs on a van in a shopping center. By the time I
got back to take a picture, it was gone. There were a number of mural
vans in the 'Nite Rider Van Club' of St. Pete. They had a clubhouse
somewhere on 49 St. S. They have had an annual ball and the last one I
know of was held about two years ago at the Coliseum. I do not know if
they are still active. "
--- Malcom Johnson
(I couldn't find pictures of these vans. If anyone knows where they can be found, please let me know)
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