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From his origins in Ireland - continuing through a nomadic life in Continental Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America - the aesthetic nature of the artist's work reflects his reality of a life lived between East and West.

Living in Asia for much of his life, David's style has been heavily influenced by both Korean and Japanese Raku Ceramic traditions and Wabi-Sabi aestheticism which infuse his work. Working for a period in the renowned Central St. Martin's School of Art and Design in London also provided him with further momentum to innovate and develop an original technique and style.

The Japanese term Wabi-Sabi has no direct translation in the English language. It is best described as an intuitive appreciation of the understated beauty to be observed in the seasonality, asymmetry and imperfection of objects in the world around us. From the turning of the autumn leaves to the weathering of moss-covered rocks, this oft fleeting and transient beauty is a reflection of time, exposure and erosion. An acknowledgement of often unappreciated beauty within our environment is an ever-present thread within the artist's work.

Wabi-Sabi's aestheticism as a direct contrast to the traditional Western aesthetic ideals of symmetry, perfection and visual purity. A unique spiritual appreciation of a given moment in time, reflected within the continuous flow and metamorphosis of all things defines the essence of Wabi-Sabi.

The artist believes the rich processes and the journey intrinsic to each of his works are as important as the final work itself. Painting horizontally on flat canvas or wood, David builds the piece layer by layer, often utilizing ash, sand, driftwood, and other naturally weathered objects gathered on his travels. His intention is to weave the unique energy, mystery and unknown history of these items into the rich fabric of the work.

Despite a major setback in 2002, when fire destroyed his Korean studio and most of his prior works, Korea still provides one of the deepest and most evident influences in the artist's work.

Where Rivers Flowed

2007
Mixed Media on Canvas
120cm x 160cm

Lost Temples of Salonika

2006
Mixed Media on Canvas
40cm x 40cm

Soraksan

2003
25cm x 40cm
Mixed Media on Canvas

Myeongdong I

2003
Mixed Media on Canvas
70cm x100cm

Gyeongbuk Gold

2004
Mixed Media on Canvas
70cm x100cm

Ghosts of Bukhara

2006
Mixed Media on Canvas
40cm x 60cm

Fire on Bamboo

2004
Mixed Media on Canvas
70cm x100cm

Deconstruction of Antique Paper II

2008
Mixed Media on Canvas
84cm x 92cm