David Mitchell Aronson paints primarily photographically referenced Oil Paintings adorned with gold leafing. Aronson’s camera attempts to objectify his own vision . The produced image captures extraordinary detail in an instant. This technological device exponentially opens the possibility to a democratic art world. No longer is it necessary to hire models to remain in a static moment for the duration of the painting. Some poses are not even possible to remain in any longer than an instant. Paintings from photographs allow for the rapidity of the camera, without compromising the personal touch and materiality of paint. To complement his photographic painting process, David Aronson paints from life to experience real luminosity, which he then applies to his photographically referenced paintings. To paint a figure, David develops a relationship with the model and the material.
The Question of how the essence of life can be immortalized through the fabric of the canvas, drives David Aronson’s artistic process. Painting is about the glorification of a single image. This image has the ability to transcend a single moment by encompassing the thoughts and feelings of the painter through an extended period of time. During the months of the creation process Aronson’s current attachment to the subject influences how the art takes form..
Familiarity also plays a crucial role. His familiarity with the subject allows him insight into the inner workings that could not otherwise be obtained. David does not claim a close relationship with his subject to be crucial to succesful, honest art. An artist can be honest in how little they understand. This naive vision could even provide a fresh perspective, but Aronson prefers to paint the world how he perceives it.
Art is life on display. A loving objectification. – David Aronson
