The Seligman, Arizona, community is remembering Matt Aultman, a craftsman associated with Octane Art, a custom art and automotive business located along historic Route 66.
Octane Art's official website identifies him as Mathew Aultman and describes more than 20 years of experience in production automotive painting, custom finishes, automotive restoration and wood finishing. His skills also included millwright work, robotics, carpentry and mechanical repair.
Through his work at Octane Art, Aultman was connected to a range of creative and automotive projects, including custom painting, restoration, protective finishes and artwork. The business describes its work as combining automotive craftsmanship with digital illustration, airbrushing, custom finishes and other forms of creative design.
For people familiar with Octane Art and the Route 66 community in Seligman, Aultman's work formed part of the area's distinctive automotive and artistic character.
The death report circulating online has prompted messages of remembrance for Aultman and reflections on his craftsmanship and contribution to the community.
However, as of September 26, 2026, a reliable obituary or official announcement independently confirming his death was not located in the sources reviewed. For this reason, details concerning the date, cause and circumstances of his reported passing remain unconfirmed.
Aultman's professional profile remains documented through the official Octane Art website, which continues to identify Mathew Aultman as part of the business's team
