David Kirkman, an abstract mixed media artist based in Essex, UK, creates bold, vibrant paintings that celebrate emotion, freedom, and life’s evolving journey. Art has been his refuge—an expressive outlet that deepened in significance after his ADHD and Autism diagnosis at 39. His work embodies individuality and liberation, encouraging viewers to find strength in vulnerability and embrace life’s imperfections with optimism and resilience. Recognised in publications like, Art and Culture Magazine and Artist Talk Magazine, David’s self-taught artistry is internationally celebrated. His solo show invites viewers to reflect inwardly, escape the ordinary, and immerse themselves in a world of colour, expression, and possibility.

David Kirkman Artist in Residence Exhibition

Embracing You  

Life is a tapestry of chaos and beauty, an unpredictable journey woven with triumphs, challenges, and transformations. 'Embracing You' invites you to step into this vivid, expressive world—one where disorder and harmony collide to reveal something deeply personal yet universally understood.  

Each piece in this collection reflects the raw energy of creation, born from movement, unpredictability, and the essence of life’s ever-changing nature. Through bold strokes, layered textures, and dynamic contrasts, the works celebrate individuality, encouraging you to embrace your own path—your struggles, victories, and the unique spirit that defines you.  

This exhibition is a reflection of the human experience—a call to recognise and celebrate who you are, to own your journey, and to see the beauty in both the chaos and the moments of clarity that shape us all. Here, within these paintings, lies a space to pause, reflect, and honour the strength, resilience, and triumphs that make you, 'you'.  

If nothing else, I hope it makes you smile.