Born in Pontiac, Michigan, and after receiving a degree in fine arts, twenty-five year old Dave Dalton visited the galleries of Carmel, California in 1977, and was impressed with the artistry and especially the seascapes of of Alexander Dzigurski. Inspired, he soon decided to move to Southern California and dedicate his artistic life to painting the sea. He taught art by day and painted by night, and his hard work paid off. Today his work is recognized and prized by galleries, collectors, art lovers and sea lovers throughout the west and beyond.

Source: Askart, and the artist's website