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There's very little I can say about this picture - it pretty much speaks for itself. The film "Cars" was immensely popular, so much so that there wasn't only a sequel, but a number of television episodes and an airline-themed spinoff.

What I will say is that when I see this particular Alaska Airlines 737, it always brings a smile to my face.

It was important that I shot this picture at a slow shutter speed to give that distinct sense of speed - Lightning and the gang certainly zipped around in both films, and their host plane is certainly moving! But a friend of mine suggested that the guys on the back looked like "backseat drivers" on the jet they're painted on. Yeah... I like that!!!

Aviation is a passion of mine... always has been. And photography is a means of sharing that passion with others. If I'm not flying a plane or sitting in one, then I'm likely training a lens towards it. While I've flown planes for only a fraction of my life, I've always considered myself a pilot. And pilots love sharing their experiences with others. It's easy to tell others how to takeoff, but only when I pass on that sense of joy that I feel of breaking Earth's surly bonds do most people understand why I love doing what I do. That's what I try to do with my photos. Besides proximity, I aim to convey a story or stir up the emotions within the viewer when they gaze upon my work. Here's hoping you enjoy your little stay in my...