Positioning itself at the vanguard of motorsports, DART Car enters the season not only as a serious contender, but as a cultural force. It’s the first professional racing initiative of its kind to partner exclusively with female artists to design high-performance racecars. Their debut livery—an original commission by celebrated contemporary artist Mickalene Thomas—recasts the traditional racecar as a canvas for storytelling, symbolism, and power.
The vehicle’s exterior, adorned with a Cubist-inspired portrait and textured elements like glitter, Benday dots, and zebra print, speaks directly to Thomas’ artistic exploration of femininity, race, and identity. But it’s not just the car that’s bespoke: Thomas also designed hand-painted helmets and custom driving suits for Straus and Barry, embedding art into every gearshift and turn.
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