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Star Automotive Set To Help Save A Little Bit Of History
New display of Octagon Barn art shingles on display at local business
San Luis Obispo, CA – A unique exhibit of painted redwood shingles salvaged from the restoration of the Octagon Barn are now on display at Star Automotive, 750 Francis Street in San Luis Obispo. Thanks to an ongoing collaboration between the El Camino Art Association and The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County, these 100-year-old shingles are being sold to benefit both non-profit organizations.
At least 30 South County artists have donated their time and skills to paint original, limited-edition depictions of the Octagon Barn on the roof shingles to raise funds for the Art Association’s scholarship fund as well as the ongoing restoration of the barn. About 300 of the 600 shingles saved when volunteers replaced the barn’s deteriorating roof have been painted with a variety of media including oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor and ink.
“We are pleased to offer the public an opportunity to share in this unique project,” says Brian Wampler, owner of Star Automotive and an ace Mercedes-Benz technician. “We believe in being a part of the community and supporting local causes. This exhibit adds interest to our reception area and a chance to appreciate one of our historical landmarks.”
Full shingles are approximately 6” by 36” and sell for a $35. Half shingles sell for only $20 and measure 6” by 18”. All of the shingles have been signed by the artists and include a certificate of authenticity from the El Camino Art Association and The Land Conservancy. Custom artwork is also available for $50.
“Last year we were able to give scholarships of $500 each to five aspiring young artists”, says Joan Goodall, the Art Association member who spearheads the project
Wampler and wife Jami opened Star Automotive, a Mercedes-Benz service and repair facility in 2006. They quickly established a reputation to match a Mercedes-Benz in quality and customer satisfaction. The exhibit can be viewed at Star Automotive Monday – Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Land Conservancy was founded in 1984 with a mission to protect and restore local landscapes. Literally thousands of volunteer hours have been contributed to save the Octagon Barn. The vision for the future is full restoration and the creation of the Octagon Barn Center, a multi-use community resource for public and private events scheduled to open in 2011. The Center will highlight the importance of agriculture in our county with historic displays for locals, tourists and school groups to enjoy.
The El Camino Art Association has approximately 100 SLO County artist members. “Our mission since we were founded in 1961 is to promote art and encourage support of artists in our local communities,” Goodall says. “The Association is especially interested in encouraging upcoming young artists.”
In addition to Star Automotive, the Octagon Barn painted shingles can be viewed and purchased at Gulliver’s Travel in San Luis Obispo, the Hula Hut in Avila Beach, and Central Coast Tax and Bookkeeping in Nipomo as well as at the Arroyo Grande Farmer’s Market on Saturdays and the Avila Plaza on Sundays.
