David Shull’s practice spans sculpture, painting, collage, assemblage, video, and music, addressing complex themes such as mortality, inequality, sexuality, sentimentality, conflict, and social confinement. Using a distinctive, intuitive visual language, his works transform these subjects into deeply considered, multilayered narratives. Shull’s serial approach investigates modernist art historical forms and iconography, embedding them within sociocultural narratives that challenge conventional ideas of beauty, value, and meaning. By engaging with formal systems and emotional resonances, he interrogates the assumptions and biases that shape our perception of art and society. His work balances humor and profound emotional depth, combining fragile, delicate gestures with assertive, deliberate compositions. Each piece functions as a cumulative statement, where materials, form, and narrative coalesce to create intricate, contemplative works. Through this tension between vulnerability and strength, Shull’s art offers insights into the human experience, revealing subtle connections between history, identity, and contemporary social commentary. ...
