Hot Rod Jen , Madam your work is awesome ! Many years ago I was doing some hand letter paint on some equipment of the Air Force ! I was doing it only because the stencil was torn and bent ! But we needed the equipment finished and out on the flight line to be Operational Ready that day ! My supervisor couldn't find me partly because I was hiding in a corner working on it during lunch ! When he found me and seen what I was doing which I was almost done with the entire piece of equipment all done hand lettering ! He asked if I did pin striping ! I said no that this was my first time of even doing letters ! He had a old 49 Mercury that he customized that was pinstriped ! He thought that I was good enough try getting into pinstriping but I never got or had a chance to do so ! That was back in the early 80's ! Now I feel that I'm to old to get into it at the age of 68 ! Thank you for sharing your story of your work and how you got started !
I'm 84 and was striping in Oakland Calif under Tommy the Greek's eye when I was 17 years old back in the 50's. I still do it and love the art. I was an art major in Oakland California at Art's and Crafts College. This lady is fantastic and so glad to see her carrying the art form forward.
I know a few stripers/sign painters,ive been around them for years,one is a old timer named ernie gosnell and brian papa. Theyve always been the hardest workers,long hours,tight spaces and working in extreme enviroments. Not for the faint hearted. Ive always been inspired and supported the trade,never baught vinyl i have it hand painted,same with L.E.D. lights i buy neon. Anyone the the kulture lifestyle knows what im talking about. Ive known a little of jens work over the years but being on the west coast not seeing her work except on you tube,after this video im very impressed,shes a true artist,not just a striper,thats such a small part of her skill. I love her out of the box thinking on her panels. Im now a big fan of her work and plan on buying one. Great video,she deserves every bit of attention she gets! To be a full time painter you cant put into words what it takes to get where she is. Support these peoples work you dig and hire them,buy merch or prints,without people doing that they go away .
Matt, Jen, et al, thanks much for the video. Jen's closing comments about wanting to do a carrousel horse made me think of the old carrousel at Dorney Park that we used to visit, well, probably long before your guy's lifetime. Again, thanks for the video. Keep up the good work, Jen!
When I was younger I used to stripe at car shows, around the same time Jen was starting out. After a few years she had gotten so good, I just quite. Nobody would want my shit, when you could have her do their cars. She is super talented and I’m glad she’s made such a name for herself.
I like her lines. 🤣 Seriously anybody can lay down strike like that, is a joy 2 watch!! The fact that she is in a crusty old guy makes it even better because it's fantastic to see people of all ages male and female in the hobby. A friend of mine is father was excellent laying it down freehand. I credit him with my great interest in the art 🎨. I can lay down paint but I cannot stripe 🦓.
I remember watching an artist that did all the gold leaf on the transoms of the old wooden yachts. Spent a lot of time in Essington and Governor Prince marinas below the Philadelphia airport.
Jen's a Real Trooper; 28`F. in a garage - like Matt said - ' wait till Spring '. I'd sure like to see you as Featured Guest, Jen @ MSRA - BTT50s weekend - but I'm not a member - you'd be Great - especially for the daughter's who attend with their Dad
Jen is one of my favorite pin stripers and she really deserved a spot in the pinstripe hall of fame
Excellent interview...
An example of learning the craft then becoming the artist
Hot Rod Jen , Madam your work is awesome ! Many years ago I was doing some hand letter paint on some equipment of the Air Force ! I was doing it only because the stencil was torn and bent ! But we needed the equipment finished and out on the flight line to be Operational Ready that day ! My supervisor couldn't find me partly because I was hiding in a corner working on it during lunch ! When he found me and seen what I was doing which I was almost done with the entire piece of equipment all done hand lettering ! He asked if I did pin striping ! I said no that this was my first time of even doing letters ! He had a old 49 Mercury that he customized that was pinstriped ! He thought that I was good enough try getting into pinstriping but I never got or had a chance to do so ! That was back in the early 80's ! Now I feel that I'm to old to get into it at the age of 68 ! Thank you for sharing your story of your work and how you got started !
Thanks for doing this interview. She is a really interesting and talented person.
I'm 84 and was striping in Oakland Calif under Tommy the Greek's eye when I was 17 years old back in the 50's. I still do it and love the art. I was an art major in Oakland California at Art's and Crafts College. This lady is fantastic and so glad to see her carrying the art form forward.
I’ve known Jen for over 15 years and she is one amazing artist.
Dude!!! That pod was the best!!! One yet!!!!✌️
Awesome interview. I learned some rudimentary pinstriping years ago and this makes me want to get some brushes and paint and try again.
That was a great video with her.
Thank you Matt for having HotRod Jen on your show !
I know a few stripers/sign painters,ive been around them for years,one is a old timer named ernie gosnell and brian papa. Theyve always been the hardest workers,long hours,tight spaces and working in extreme enviroments. Not for the faint hearted. Ive always been inspired and supported the trade,never baught vinyl i have it hand painted,same with L.E.D. lights i buy neon. Anyone the the kulture lifestyle knows what im talking about. Ive known a little of jens work over the years but being on the west coast not seeing her work except on you tube,after this video im very impressed,shes a true artist,not just a striper,thats such a small part of her skill. I love her out of the box thinking on her panels. Im now a big fan of her work and plan on buying one. Great video,she deserves every bit of attention she gets! To be a full time painter you cant put into words what it takes to get where she is. Support these peoples work you dig and hire them,buy merch or prints,without people doing that they go away .
That is one talented Girl !
Thanks Matt, I've followed her longer than you guys. It was a great interview.
INCREDIBLY TALENT PERSON...LOVE WATCHING HER WORK. GOOD INTERVIEW!!!
Great show, Matt.
Jen seems to be a great woman. I wish her well and many terrific adventures in the future. 😊
Matt, Jen, et al, thanks much for the video. Jen's closing comments about wanting to do a carrousel horse made me think of the old carrousel at Dorney Park that we used to visit, well, probably long before your guy's lifetime. Again, thanks for the video. Keep up the good work, Jen!
Fantastic interview!
That is one cool lady. Great interview [as usual] Thanks Matt.
So cool! I'm just starting out and I've always loved art and tried tattooing. It wasn't for me so now here I am learning and starting my own journey ❤
Thanks for watching and good luck with your journey!
Very exciting to see a young person pinstriping. One of the great ones past recently, "Slick". He would have loved Jen
Great interview of a true legend in the hot rod/art community! Go Jen and Iron Trap, keep moving forward!
That was really interesting. Enjoyed HRJ.
Fantastic interview! Jen seems so down to earth and her work speaks for itself…
Artist and Scientist 👍😎👍
When I was younger I used to stripe at car shows, around the same time Jen was starting out. After a few years she had gotten so good, I just quite. Nobody would want my shit, when you could have her do their cars. She is super talented and I’m glad she’s made such a name for herself.
Wow! She is so cool and exciting.
is she from pa. ?
You can usually tell the gender of the artist.. Her career path is a perfect fit. She mentioned our local Butler Art Museum! How cool is that ❤
I like her lines. 🤣
Seriously anybody can lay down strike like that, is a joy 2 watch!! The fact that she is in a crusty old guy makes it even better because it's fantastic to see people of all ages male and female in the hobby. A friend of mine is father was excellent laying it down freehand. I credit him with my great interest in the art 🎨. I can lay down paint but I cannot stripe 🦓.
Nice Video. GREAT WORK JEN. ❤
#STAYSAFE
#PHILLYPHILLY🇺🇸
very interesting interview. Thanks.
I remember watching an artist that did all the gold leaf on the transoms of the old wooden yachts. Spent a lot of time in Essington and Governor Prince marinas below the Philadelphia airport.
Great interview. If she found a way to mass-produce those ornaments, she'd make a killing.
Great interview!!!! What happened to the Dads daily driver video that was posted after this video ?
There isn't enough pinstripers and airbrushers out there. I used to go to rallies to get work done on my bikes.
She will make you rich can you make her rich
Jen's a Real Trooper; 28`F. in a garage - like Matt said - ' wait till Spring '. I'd sure like to see you as Featured Guest, Jen @ MSRA - BTT50s weekend - but I'm not a member - you'd be Great - especially for the daughter's who attend with their Dad
Who are the artist girl when you look at that truck what do you see
Let her just do that truck from one end to the other back up and just go wow
Best money you'll ever spend going to do the work before she's gone
Does it matter how much it cost play little lady you'll have something Irreplaceable
Never tell the artist what to paint
Just let her go man let her do your truck
Give her the pallet just go away you will have the coolest truck
You're going to make a mistake if you let her get away
Great interview!
Thanks!