DEL DACE
Education
BS:
Central Missouri State University
Concentration in Visual Arts and Social Studies, 1959
MS:
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Concentration in Arts, Education and Administration, 1969
PhD:
Curriculum Development and Instruction in the Arts and
Arts Administration, Saint Louis University, 1973
Boards
Sculpture Park Board, Saint Louis, Missouri
Saint Louis Art Museum Education Board
Wiregrass Museum Board, Dothan, Alabama
Magnet School Committee, Dothan Public Schools
Artist Statement
I’m a representational painter of landscapes and still life.
BS:
Central Missouri State University
Concentration in Visual Arts and Social Studies, 1959
MS:
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Concentration in Arts, Education and Administration, 1969
PhD:
Curriculum Development and Instruction in the Arts and
Arts Administration, Saint Louis University, 1973
Boards
Sculpture Park Board, Saint Louis, Missouri
Saint Louis Art Museum Education Board
Wiregrass Museum Board, Dothan, Alabama
Magnet School Committee, Dothan Public Schools
Artist Statement
I’m a representational painter of landscapes and still life.
Bio
Del is a true native Saint Louisan who majored in commercial art throughout high school and college. In 1992, he decided to move to Dothan, Alabama, and open up his own studio (Dothan Studios). Del also worked 38 summers at the Saint Louis Municipal Opera as a master scenic artist and design coordinator. As he traveled, Del decided to paint and draw his journey across the world. One of his most recognized murals is located at the Airport Marriott depicting the History of St. Louis. After 20 years, Del closed his studio in Dothan, returned to his Saint Louis roots to enjoy, celebrate and reconnect with friends.
Del is a true native Saint Louisan who majored in commercial art throughout high school and college. In 1992, he decided to move to Dothan, Alabama, and open up his own studio (Dothan Studios). Del also worked 38 summers at the Saint Louis Municipal Opera as a master scenic artist and design coordinator. As he traveled, Del decided to paint and draw his journey across the world. One of his most recognized murals is located at the Airport Marriott depicting the History of St. Louis. After 20 years, Del closed his studio in Dothan, returned to his Saint Louis roots to enjoy, celebrate and reconnect with friends.
About The Collection
I am fascinated how the elements and principles of art effect my observations. In this collection, I bring my personal favorites inspired by extensive travels in the United States and Europe.
I am fascinated how the elements and principles of art effect my observations. In this collection, I bring my personal favorites inspired by extensive travels in the United States and Europe.