Framed original
David Gray’s artwork captures an intense moment of emotional tension and surreal contrast in scale. A towering, contemplative female figure sits above a much smaller male figure, the juxtaposition creating an immediate visual impact. The size difference seems to symbolize emotional or psychological distance, hinting at themes of power dynamics, vulnerability, or perhaps unspoken tensions in relationships. The deep, textured background of whites, purples, and muted grays adds a dramatic, almost dream-like atmosphere that complements the intensity of the figures.
Gray’s command of figurative realism, combined with a surreal, thought-provoking narrative, draws the viewer into a world of emotional depth and introspection. The small male figure facing the towering female may suggest feelings of admiration, intimidation, or isolation, leaving the story open to personal interpretation. This compelling work invites the viewer to contemplate their own experiences and relationships, offering a unique perspective on human connections and emotional landscapes.
| Medium: | Oil |
| Format: | Canvas |
| Size (Framed): | 57 x 52 cm |
| Size (Unframed): | 39 x 33 cm |
| Signed: | Yes |
| Condition: | Excellent |
David began his art training at Coventry College of Art and Design, studying Technical Illustration.
His work reflects his earlier career as a Design Draughtsman – Illustrator, working mainly in engineering, and when he moved to the South West in 1970 into the boat construction industry.
He has had many solo exhibitions and work is constantly on show in galleries in Cornwall and Devon
David enjoys the process of painting, the medium being acrylic on board or canvas (together with torn material on larger paintings, such as jeans with buttons and zips ) embedded into the texture. Paint is applied in layers and glazes with knives, cloths, fingers, rubbing and scraping to give a distressed effect which is then pulled together in the final stages.
