Inspiration: Picasso Bug
- GI
- Mar 1, 2021
- 1 min read
This creature, the Picasso bug, landed in my consciousness last week. Also known as the Zulu Hud bug, it's a type of shield-backed bug, and a native of sub-tropical Africa, that grows to a maximum length of 8mm (0.31in). I'm posting it, because its shield would make a great paintjob. In fact, it reminded me of a bike we had in Sideburn 15, Stacie B London's Bultaco Sherpa short tracker.
So, who is getting a Picasso big petrol tank first?
Cool. The bike & the bug! He (the bug) has a distant cousin that's invaded America in recent years and caused quite a stink... literally. The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug has been a real nuisance. In a bit of reverse inspiration a local band "Hucklebuck" put the Calvert coat of arms on him (from the official Maryland state seal) and made him their mascot. https://www.facebook.com/hucklebuckmusic/videos/478220729509479/