LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Monday, Nov. 18, 2024) – A traditional and colourful portray by Tyler Robertson has been formally unveiled by Churchill Downs Racetrack because the 2025 “Official Artwork of the Kentucky Derby.”
Becoming a member of the ranks of Leroy Neiman, Trish Biddle and Romero Britto on this storied artwork program, Louisville-based artist Robertson is understood for his dynamic sporting artwork, daring colours and palette knife strategies to include classical aesthetics and symbolism that add depth and narrative to his expressive type.
Robertson’s shiny paintings for the 151st Kentucky Derby Introduced by Woodford Reserve celebrates the long-lasting picture of horses working into the primary flip with the historic Churchill Downs clubhouse and well-known Twin Spires within the background.
A former Louisville elementary faculty instructor for almost 20 years, Robertson is impressed by up to date, fashionable and stylized artwork. Beforehand, he was an formally licensed artist for the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Membership, and he not too long ago exhibited “A Hero’s Journey: a recent examine of jockeys” in London. His love for horse racing developed whereas attending the College of Louisville in 2001.
Robertson will likely be at Churchill Downs on Friday, Nov. 29 to signal prints of his paintings. The artist signing will happen within the Churchill Downs Retailer, situated simply contained in the Paddock Gate, between 2-4 p.m. ET.
“We’re thrilled to showcase Tyler’s expertise as this 12 months’s artist,” stated Casey C. Ramage, Vice President of Advertising and marketing and Partnerships, Churchill Downs Racetrack. “His paintings celebrates the long-lasting spectacle of the Kentucky Derby by way of his vibrant, visible type and brings a recent perspective that followers will cherish for technology to return.”
Roberston’s “Official Artwork of the Kentucky Derby” will likely be featured on the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Longines Kentucky Oaks official racing packages and quite a lot of merchandise.
“I’m extremely honored to be named the official artist for 151st working of the Kentucky Derby and be a part of the legacy of artists who’ve captured this iconic occasion,” Robertson stated. “As a sporting artist centered on Thoroughbreds, it is a thrilling alternative to share my type and have a good time the facility and magnificence of those athletes on such a prestigious stage.”
Prints and choose merchandise will likely be accessible for buy at www.KentuckyDerbyStore.com beginning on Friday, Nov. 29.
ABOUT THE KENTUCKY DERBY
The $3 million Kentucky Derby takes place on the primary Saturday in Might at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Inaugurated in 1875, the legendary 1 ¼-mile race for 3-year-olds is the longest continually-held main sporting occasion in america and the primary leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown collection. Also referred to as, “The Run for the Roses” and “The Most Thrilling Two Minutes in Sports activities,” the Kentucky Derby is probably the most attended horse race within the nation. The 151st Kentucky Derby will happen on Might 3, 2025. For extra info, please go to www.KentuckyDerby.com.
ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS RACETRACK
Churchill Downs Racetrack (“CDRT”), the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the house of the Kentucky Derby, the longest frequently held annual sporting occasion in america, since 1875. Positioned in Louisville, CDRT contains a collection of themed race days throughout Derby Week, together with the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing throughout three race meets within the Spring, September, and the Fall. CDRT is situated on 175 acres and has a one-mile filth observe, a 7/8-mile turf observe, a stabling space, and offers seating for about 60,000 visitors. The steady space has barns adequate to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT additionally has a year-round simulcast wagering facility and Race and Sports activities Ebook. Go to www.ChurchillDowns.com.
