John Hartman is an American artist based in Los Angeles. Since receiving a BA in Art from UC Santa Barbara, he has worked as a muralist, graffiti artist, and designer. He has also taught, both privately and at two area schools. His fine art work has been shown in numerous galleries, and he has received many design commissions ranging from logos, tee shirt designs and fashion accessories to interior murals for restaurants and workspaces.  His first love is graffiti, and this art form influences both his fine art and commercial design work.