Saturday, March 14, 2026

RIP Marty Justin David. 🤎

Artwork by Marty David RIP

March 12: Port Townsend Facebook Post 

A tragic loss.
😥
We will remember you Marty.
A candlelight vigil was held on Wednesday night.
Thank you to all who made tributes to Marty.

Wednesday March 11, 2026 Candlelight Vigil (Videos)

Without going into too much detail, I’m wondering if anybody has heard anything about David Marty, the artist who wears the white paint speckled overalls and spends a lot of time downtown. One of my customers came in and said he heard he was in the hospital and not doing well. I’m not going to say anything else because I don’t wanna start the rumor mill. just trying to confirm that he is ok?!

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The Port Townsend Shirt Company Has This Commemorative Pin Button

In the comments, please post a photo of yourself wearing the Marty Daivd button with a story.

Story/Song Nov 27, 2025
🎨 The Audacity of Color: Marty David on Instinct, Flow, and the Mind of a Child
The plein air painter reveals the foundational moments and philosophical paradoxes that guide his hand

Introduction

Martin "Marty" Justin David, an artist known for his vibrant plein air figures and studio work, provided an intimate look into his creative life during a 2011 interview conducted within his temporary studio in Port Townsend. From the lasting impact of his childhood art teacher to the complex challenge of signing a finished piece, David shared the deep-seated motivations and practical philosophy that drive his process. (Read More)





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