DAVID BANNISTER

David Bannister is a contemporary visual artist known for his captivating explorations of light, colour, and emotion. David’s work offers an interplay between realism and abstraction, inviting viewers to step into his world where reality and imagination converge. His inspiration is drawn from a multitude of sources – from the subtle energies of nature to the intricate and complex emotions that define human personality and essence. David’s ability to capture fleeting moments and transform them into timeless artworks has earned him acclaim in both local and wider art circles.

With a body of work that spans various mediums including oil, acrylic, and mixed media, David continues to push the boundaries to his artistic expression. His portfolio displays a diverse range of subjects, from evocative portraits that seem to capture the essence of his subjects’ souls to sprawling landscapes that capture the fundamental elements of nature.

FEATURED ARTWORK

“Crossing the Great Waters”

Acrylic and oil on board.

A short timelapse clip that illustrates some of the stages the painting has undergone. From a spontaneous and quickly executed under painting to some later stages of building up texture and contrast.

“Abundance”

Loosely inspired by the reading of the I Ching Hexagram 55: Abundance.

Taken from various I Ching interpretations- there is clarity within, movement without and this produces greatness and abundance.

Abundance follows the attainment of the place where you naturally belong.

A quick look at a self portrait.

Oil on board. Using thick and sealed MDF board as a robust and stable ground. Illustrating some of the techniques employed using textured impasto and layering of paint. Gestural palette and brushwork. Attempting to gain a likeness and capture an emotion or sense of being.