Guy Harvey’s iconic ocean-inspired artwork can be found on the hull of the NCL Escape, on Nova Southeastern University’s Oceanographic Center, on the walls of Fort Lauderdale International Airport, at SeaWorld parks and on lifestyle and marine apparel, accessories and merchandise. Now, fitting for a race in Florida, Ed Federkeil's FireAde-backed Dodge Avenger will be the latest canvas for Guy’s famed artwork.
The 2012 Jerry Haas built Dodge Avenger will race in the 50th running of the Amalie Motor Oil Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway March 14-17.
"The Guy Harvey brand is widely recognized and respected worldwide and is a perfect partner for us to work with, particularly since this is a Florida race,” said Federkeil, a former professional firefighter and owner of California Custom Sport Trucks, a Fort Lauderdale-based custom truck upfitter. “My family splits our time between South Florida and Key Largo and we spend a tremendous amount of time on the water.”
Dr. Guy Harvey is a world-renowned artist, scientist, conservationist and entrepreneur.
He combines his love of the sea and its creatures with his art and philanthropy. Proceeds from the sale of Guy Harvey merchandise benefit the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation which has funded research organizations and educational programs worldwide and supports the NSU Guy Harvey Research Institute which provides the scientific information necessary to understand, conserve and effectively manage the world's marine fishes and their ecosystems. Dr. Harvey continues his relentless pursuit to unravel the mysteries of the sea, traveling the world to better understand the habits and habitats of marine wildlife.
“This partnership will expand the brand’s reach to new audiences,” said Harvey Taulien, Chief Operating Officer of Guy Harvey Enterprises. “Ed’s Dodge Avenger is another unique canvas for Guy. We believe fans will enjoy seeing Guy’s sailfish and marlin racing by at over 200 mph!”
Powered by Chrysler Hemi engines and prepared by 1991 Competition Eliminator World Champion David Nickens, who also serves as crew chief, the carhas raced in Winternationals in Pomona and Arizona Nationals in Phoenix before competing at the 50th Amalie Motor Oil Gatornationals.
About California Custom Sport Trucks
Headquartered in sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida, California Custom Sport Trucks is a custom truck upfitter where customer service is the most important product sold. The company specializes on customizations and performance upgrades for all makes and models of cars including European brands such as Mercedes, BMW and Porsche. Accessories for sale include bed liners, tool boxes, wheel and tire packages, and more.
About Guy Harvey
Guy Harvey is a unique blend of artist, scientist, diver, angler, conservationist and explorer, fiercely devoted to his family and his love of the sea. His childhood passion for the ocean and its living creatures not only inspired him to draw, but fueled a burning interest that prompted a formal education in marine science. Having graduated with honors in Marine Biology from Aberdeen University in Scotland in 1977, Guy returned home to Jamaica to resume his education, earning his Ph.D. from the University of the West Indies in 1984. Though he gave up a budding career as a marine biologist for that of a highly acclaimed artist, Guy has continued his relentless pursuit to unravel the mysteries of the sea, traveling the world to better understand the habits and habitats of the marine wildlife he paints. For more information, please visit www.guyharvey.com. Follow Guy on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DrGuyHarvey, on Twitter at www.twitter.com/DrGuyHarvey, connect on Instagram at www.instagram.com/drguyharvey, on Pinterest at www.pinterest.com/DrGuyHarvey, Snapchat @RealDrGuyHarvey, and tune in to see Guy’s latest expeditions on YouTube at www.youtube.com/user/DrGuyHarvey.
