| ABOUT THE ARTISTS |
| This photo was taken in Karangahake Gorge - New Zealand - March 2005 (This picture was the inspiration for the painting 'Kissing Couple') |
| Dart: I was born in Hannibal, MO and moved to the St. Louis, MO area at the age of 11. When in school, I took every art course that my High School had to offer. Two years after Gradating, I entered into the US ARMY and while running an obstacle course in Air Assault School at Fort Campbell, KY., I tore up my knee and was discharged shortly there after. I worked for the United States Postal Service for 12 years, before going on Disability Retirement. I am the proud father of three sons. In 2004, I met Ali online in the Yahoo Chat Rooms. In 2005, I went to New Zealand for a 'Trip of a Lifetime' to meet her face to face. Things went so well that I proposed to her just moments after the above photo was taken. Ali: Ali was born in Putaruru, New Zealand. Her parents were in the Plant and Nursery field and Ali has worked in several nurseries in the Bay of Plenty area of New Zealand. Even though Ali has no formal training in art, she has always enjoyed doing arts and crafts with her two sons, as they were growing up. After meeting Dart, she moved to the United States and they were married in August of 2005. How we started Spray Paint Art: Ali and I saw the "Space Art Family" doing this style of artwork at the Oktoberfest in St. Charles, MO in Oct. 2006 and we instantly captivated by the techniques used to create such unique and original works of Art. The couple offered to teach us how to do this style of painting, but they were booked up for over a month. We went home and a couple of days later went out and purchased several cans of spray paint and paper and began practicing. Since both of us had previously enjoyed doing many different forms of art, we picked up the knack for spray painting rather quickly. After a little over two weeks of practicing, every night, for 6, 8 or even 10 hours per night,we began doing 'LIVE PERFORMANCES'. |
| The paintings on these pages of this website are the results of our inspirations and efforts. Please enjoy browsing our website and if you see a painting that you like, call or email us and we will give you information on how to place an order. Thank you, Dart and Ali |
| A SPECIAL THANKS TO COSMO KID In Sept 2007, we went to give Cosmo Kid a hand at the Virginia State Fair and the Anderson County Fair, in Anderson, S. Carolina. It was an invaluable experience. Cosmo had many tips, techniques and new ideas for paintings that he shared with us. Thank you for all your help Cosmo! |
| INTRODUCING B-man In Aril 2011 we added B-man to our team. B-man is a very talented, up and coming spray paint artist who is also my step-son. He has become a very valuable member or our team and is very rapidly gaining spray paint knowledge and experience. |
| Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx |
| Welcome to Dart's Space Art! Original paintings of 'outer space-like' planets and objects, nature scenes, fanasty artwork and much more. Each painting is one of a kind, even if we try, it is impossible to duplicate any one painting!! Every painting is created completely with Spray Paint which we manipulate the paint in many ways, but NEVER use a paint brush! We DO NOT condone or endorse any type of damaging, destructive, unwanted or illegal spray painting, graffiti, or tagging to any type of personal or public property. All images are exclusive property of Dart's Space Art. All rights reserved, ©2006-2011 Please keep in mind, ALL paintings are considered 'custom' orders, therefore NO Refunds or Returns will be accepted. |
| NOW IN NEW ZEALAND Since coming to New Zealand and having to start afresh, we have upgraded and expanded our equipment to what you see today. |
