David Gray is a contemporary artist based in Rye, New York, just outside of New York City. Balancing his practice as a painter with a career as a film director, Gray brings a cinematic sensibility to his work, infusing his paintings with atmosphere, narrative depth, and a strong emotional presence.
At the core of his practice is a pursuit of connection. Each painting is created with the intention of sparking thought, memory, or emotion, drawing the viewer into a dialogue with the work. Gray describes his process as both liberating and intimate, a balance of discipline and instinct that allows each piece to take on a life of its own. This bond makes it bittersweet for him to see a painting leave the studio, yet deeply rewarding to know that it will continue to resonate with collectors in its new home.
Gray’s work has been acquired by private and corporate collectors across the United States. Whether experienced in a home, a workplace, or a gallery setting, his paintings are intended to engage the viewer in a lasting and personal way.
