David Bromley
Bromley was born in 1960, Sheffield, in the UK. He moved to Australia in 1964, where he now lives and works in Adelaide. Self-taught artist David Bromley´s paintings are about childhood adventures and loss of innocence. They have an ambiguity which is created by a mood of optimism juxtaposed with a sense of loss as the artist captures the courage and fragility of children. Rich layers of vibrant colours cover the canvas, drawing on abstract expressionist tendencies and figures are outlined in black in a way which is reminiscent of comic book imagery. In the year 2000, David turned 40. Having exhibited constantly throughout Australia for more than a decade he has had in this time over 30 solo exhibitions. The year 2000 also brough ta stream of strong interest from overseas- culminating in exhibitions in Singapore, Paris, Tokyo and London. The most recent London exhibition resulted in an offer of representation in New York. David has been a finalist in the Archibald Prize for three years. He was also named as one of the 50 most collectible artists in Australia by Australian Art Collector Magazine.On “The Nudes”
"Whilst through his nudes - a departure both in subject matter and tone, we witness the adult and very private Bromley, the observant and reflective David, the artist who pays homage to beautiful women. A collection of diverse sitters that to my mind, reflect the spirit of Tori Dixon-Whittle - his partner, strength and muse."
Michael Reid Art Market Analyst for The Australian
"As male adolescence is interrupted by puberty and girls, so is this exhibition with paintings of pin-up beauties such as Rebecca, Melinda and Jillian. In these larger works, Bromley tackles the neglected theme of the female nude, and openly celebrates their youthful forms as objects of mystery and desire."
Jeff Makin, Herald Sun Monday April 17 2000
"I have been painting portraits for years, but mainly concentrating on the face. I wanted to evolve these portraits by adding emotion expressed through the body. I have taken photographs for years - doing fashion shoots - stills for film and music-clips. My aim is to represent the female form in a way that parallels the sexy, contemporary fashion and photographic magazines. It has been a challenging and rewarding process, and I have been inspired by love of Warhol´s work - in particular his portraiture and figurative work."
David Bromley, 2001
