Dave Santia's Art and Soul

09/02/2026

The voice of a hero never truly leaves us.

Peter Cullen gave a voice to Optimus Prime, Eeyore, and countless other characters that became part of our childhoods.

I painted this tribute to honor the man behind that unforgettable voice. The original painting will be auctioned, with proceeds benefiting Voices Against Cancer. Link to the auction will be in the comments.

“Autobots, roll out.” One last time for Peter.

Transformers

09/02/2026

The voice of a hero never truly leaves us.

Peter Cullen gave a voice to Optimus Prime, Eeyore, and countless other characters that became part of our childhoods.

I painted this tribute to honor the man behind that unforgettable voice. The original painting will be auctioned, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Voices Against Cancer. Link to the auction will be in the comments.

“Autobots, roll out.” One last time for Peter.

Transformers

09/02/2026

You asked for a speed painting tribute to Peter Cullen… it’s coming today.

08/29/2026

Auction for my Dolly Parton painting is currently live and going strong. All the proceeds of the auction go to the Dollywood foundation. Auction ends Wednesday, September 2 at 8pm EST. Please share and help spread the word! Sharing is MUCH appreciated. You can bid here:

• Artist: Dave Santia. • Subject: Dolly Parton. Stretcher bars and framing are not included. Painting details.

08/27/2026

We lost another extraordinary talent this week.

This is my speed-painting tribute to the legendary Tim Curry as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

In 2012, Tim suffered a major stroke that left him with serious mobility challenges for the remainder of his life. In his memory, I’m auctioning this original painting on eBay, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association, which includes the American Stroke Association. The organization supports stroke research, prevention, rehabilitation, survivors, and caregivers.

Rest in peace, Tim—and thank you for giving us a lifetime of unforgettable characters.

Auction link in the comments.

08/27/2026

Auction for the Dolly painting I did today is now live. ALL proceeds will benefit the Dollywood Foundation. You can bid here:

• Artist: Dave Santia. • Subject: Dolly Parton. Stretcher bars and framing are not included. Painting details.

08/26/2026

Yesterday, the world lost an icon.

I painted this tribute to Dolly Parton. Her talent, kindness, humor, and generosity will always be remembered.

I’ll be auctioning the original painting on eBay, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Dollywood Foundation and continuing the work Dolly cared so deeply about.

The auction will begin on Wednesday, August 26 at 8 pm EST. You can bid here: https://ebay.io/m/iCQoYm

Rest in peace, Dolly. We will always love you.

08/26/2026

Yesterday, the world lost an icon.

I painted this tribute to Dolly Parton. Her talent, kindness, humor, and generosity will always be remembered.

I’ll be auctioning the original painting on eBay, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Dollywood Foundation and continuing the work Dolly cared so deeply about.

The auction will begin on Wednesday, August 26 at 8 pm EST. Link to the auction is in the comments

Rest in peace, Dolly. We will always love you.

05/10/2026

Word to your mother.