Sam Bass

[Spotter22]

has passed. What a tremendous artist and legend in our sport.

 

[Pat]

Oh no!

R.I.P.

 

[Pat]

Sam Bass‏Verified account @sambassartist
PR: It is with a sad heart that our family shares the news of our loss with the NASCAR community. Sam Bass, a loving husband, father, and inspiration to us all, passed away earlier today. Thank you for your prayers during this very difficult time. God Bless - Denise Bass

1:10 PM - 16 Feb 2019

 

[TexasRaceLady]

I have several of his original signed lithos. A fantastic artist and a very nice man.
Rest in peace, Sam.

 

[ChexOrWrex]

And only at 57.

Very glad the sport was graced with his presence. Single handedly responsible for the rainbow warrior.

 

[AdoubleU24]

So awful. I was fortunate enough to visit his new studio while it was open and got to take a photo with him and shake his hand. Great guy.

 

[Blaze]

R.I.P

 

[DUN24]

RIP. Had a room full of his posters growing up.


Hes been battling his health for awhile. Glad he gets some relief if nothing else.

 

[Pat]

Liz Allison‏ @Lizallison28 30m30 minutes ago
Seems so hard to believe that two weeks ago @sambassartist was celebrating Davey’s @NASCARHall induction as a guest at my family table. I will cherish that night forever for so many reasons and Sam being there with my family is a big part of that. What a kind and gentle soul.

 

[RFK-PensekeFan]

His art was among the best NASCAR themed stuff out there and I've always enjoyed viewing it. My condolences to his family.

 

[Efisher131]

This sucks, a legend gone too soon.

 

[Truex_rox]

I love his work; I love that he fused his artistic abilities with his passion for racing. R.I.P Sam Bass.

 

[JBone88]

One of the great contributors to racing of our time. Not everybody has to turn a wheel or a wrench to have an impact in this business.

RIP

 

[dirtguru]

What an artist, wish I had that gut air Kyle Bush busted up a few years back. RIP Sam Bass.

 

[Charlie Spencer]

I'm sorry to read this. There aren't many people that did as much to present the sport in a positive light to the general public, inside the garage or out.

 

[Revman]

Sam loved this sport. Let us follow his example.

 

[fergy1370]

Had several Earnhardt paintings he had done that were signed by both. Loved his work...

 

[SlicedBread22]

Post some of his stuff if u guys can.

I dont know much about him.. heard of him but that's about it.

 

[Churchkey]

Post some of his stuff if u guys can.

I dont know much about him.. heard of him but that's about it.

Some of his work here:

https://www.google.com/search?q=sam...HgAhWKVN8KHQMIA_4QsAR6BAgCEAE&biw=938&bih=449

 

[TexasRaceLady]

Post some of his stuff if u guys can.

I dont know much about him.. heard of him but that's about it.

I have this --- signed by Dale
And then he did this one --- also signed:

I have this one: Both Dales signed it along with Sam. It is an Artist's Proof.

Also, Dale Jr's first 500 win. Signed.

And, of course, Big E's 500 win. Signed.

Plus a few more. Several years ago, a friend of mine wanted to buy a print for me as a Christmas present. She called the company,
said she wanted to buy a print for a friend in Texas. The sales rep said, "Oh, you mean _______". You know you have too many when they know your name.

 

[TexasRaceLady]

Forgot the signed Wheaties print:

And my favorite: Silver ink on black. Called "Above the Rest"

Sam said he saw Dale standing on the pit wall at Bristol -- watching Dale Jr. practice the Busch car.
And that was the inspiration for this drawing.

 

[Spotter22]

Forgot the signed Wheaties print:

And my favorite: Silver in on black. Called "Above the Rest"

Sam said he saw Dale standing on the pit wall at Bristol -- watching Dale Jr. practice the Busch car.
And that was the inspiration for this drawing.

The man was amazing

 

[nickp]

the will never be another Sam Bass The Greatest Artist of all Time!