|
At a very early age David Mitchell Lee discovered the creative process and a life-long passion for the visual arts was born. After having worked as a volunteer creating backdrops for cultural and community events, he received his first large-scale mural commission in 1985 (from the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside, CA). Whether depicting realism or painting a cartoon themed children’s room, David’s creations invite viewers of all ages to pause and reflect on the mural’s message or simply enjoy the plethora of colorful characters that populate each scene. To date he has completed over one hundred murals and art projects (indoor and outdoor) ranging in length from four feet to over one hundred and sixty feet, in commercial settings, several large public art projects, and numerous residential commissions. For a look at one of these pieces, stroll the waterfront in Oceanside to see an elevating sea wall, adorned with a replica of the pier, the ocean, and dolphins frolicking in the waves. Or head to a supermarket just north of Los Angeles for a trip backward in time with a mural depicting the 1950’s, bobbysoxers, and a fin-tailed caddy in all its’ glory driving down Route 66. David’s approach to creating his murals is to treat each project as if it were his last opportunity to paint upon a wall. He quotes one of his mentors, the late Dick Oden head of CSULB Illustration Department who said, "If you can get excited about whatever project you're working on, you'll always find yourself with work". David appears not only to understand this philosophy - but also to actually live it. When asked what motivates him in creating so many diverse works, he explains, “ I believe art can and should address the human condition and social issues, be thought-provoking, and at times offer a commentary or point of view.
|
||
