David’s work is process-led and seeks to explore the effects and influence of time. Through the process of layering over extended periods, the work evolves from conscious to unconscious mark-making, and begins to build a narrative.

The subject matter varies and David’s work explores themes such as history and lineage, heritage and the Irish landscape.

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Born in Wicklow, David lives and works in Kerry.

H.Dip. Limerick School of Art and Design 2011.
B.A. Fine Art Painting Limerick School of Art and Design 2006.

Selected exhibitions

Kfest Participating artist. Killorglin, Co. Kerry, 2023, 2022, 2021
FTLO Participating artist. Dublin, 2009, 2012
Presence Limerick City Gallery, 2008

Solo exhibitions

It Would Be Different Bray, Co. Wicklow​, 2013
New Works London, 2008
Three Cows and a Yellow Girl Limerick, 2007