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About David Cheifetz

Wet paint into wet paint, dark dreams in alla prima oil

David Andrew Nishita Cheifetz was born in 1981 and has become an internationally acclaimed and collected artist. He continues to push the limits of contemporary realist oil painting. His work is known for its dark, hyper-realistic tableaux that suggest bizarre and intriguing narratives.

He paints alla prima, which means wet-on-wet, an oil painting technique where wet paint is applied to previous layers of wet paint. He works without detailed under-painting or studies, creating atmosphere through prominent, expressive brushstrokes and strong chiaroscuro. His technique requires confidence and spontaneity.

  • Silver kettle, faded milk can, small dark vase and red apple on a warm table, pale misty background
    David Cheifetz, kettle, milk can, vase and red apple.
    A tarnished silver kettle with a wooden handle, a small dark metal vase and a single red apple sit on a warm brown surface. A tall milk can fades into the pale, misty background. The vertical composition moves from crisp detail to soft suggestion. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Woman with long hair lit by warm orange light on one side and cool teal light on the other
    David Cheifetz, woman lit by warm and cool light.
    A woman with long hair looks toward the viewer, half her face lit by warm orange light and the rest in cool teal and magenta shadow. Thick, curving strokes in teal and crimson fill the background. Signed upper right. Title not confirmed.
  • Glossy red apple beside a pale green glass bottle on a ledge draped in white cloth
    David Cheifetz, red apple with a green glass bottle.
    A glossy red apple sits in front of a pale green glass bottle on a ledge draped with white cloth. The textured, softly lit surfaces of cloth and glass contrast with the apple's saturated red. Signed and dated 2015 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Upturned red wine glass beside a green apple on a grey ledge, with pale and dark circular shapes behind
    David Cheifetz, upturned wine glass with green apple.
    An upturned glass filled with red tones stands beside a bright green apple on a grey ledge. Pale and dark circular shapes, like plates or disks, frame the objects and create a graphic, modern composition. Signed and dated 2013 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Dark pewter coffee pot beside a red and yellow apple on a ledge draped with white cloth
    David Cheifetz, pewter coffee pot with an apple.
    A tall dark pewter coffee pot with a curved handle stands beside a red and yellow apple on a ledge draped with white cloth. Soft light falls from the upper left, and loose brown and grey strokes form the background. Signed lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Brass urn and small white vase on a dark draped table, with glowing peeled oranges linked by a red ribbon
    David Cheifetz, brass urn with peeled oranges.
    A brass urn and a small pale vase stand on a dark draped table, while peeled and whole oranges glow along a winding red ribbon. Warm light against a deep brown background gives the still life a theatrical mood. Signed and dated 2013 upper left. Title not confirmed.
  • Bunch of red grapes hanging against a green wall, the lowest grapes turning blue with a long blue drip
    David Cheifetz, hanging red grapes with a blue drip.
    A bunch of red grapes hangs from its stem against a muted green wall, casting a soft shadow. The lowest grapes turn deep blue, and a single blue drip runs to the bottom edge, adding a playful, surreal note. Signed and dated 2014 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Glossy black teapot behind two orange tangelos and a paintbrush on a yellow cloth, bold blue and red background
    David Cheifetz, black teapot with orange fruit and brush.
    A glossy black teapot stands behind two bright orange citrus fruits on a yellow cloth, with a paintbrush resting in front. Bold strokes of blue, red and orange fill the background. The loose, vivid study shows Cheifetz's energetic color. Title not confirmed.
  • Small orange pumpkins glowing in a dark space with a beetle carrying a shiny blue sphere
    David Cheifetz, small pumpkins with a beetle and blue sphere.
    Several small orange pumpkins glow and fade in a dark, mottled space, one appearing to float above its shadow. A beetle beside them carries a shiny blue sphere. Flecks of bright blue across the dark surface add a dreamlike tone. Signed and dated 2013 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Halved orange squash glowing beside a silver vase with rising smoke on a dark reflective surface
    David Cheifetz, cut squash beside a silver vase.
    A small squash cut in halves glows with warm orange light beside a silver vase from which thin smoke rises. Thick, energetic strokes create reflections on the dark surface below. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Silver coffee pot beside glowing oranges and a small tomato, set against loose teal and blue brushstrokes
    David Cheifetz, silver coffee pot with oranges.
    A tarnished silver coffee pot stands beside a large glowing orange and a smaller fruit, with two more citrus fruits in the foreground. Loose strokes of teal and bright blue surround the forms, contrasting with the warm oranges. Signed lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Two watermelon wedges and dark plums on a reflective surface, a halved melon glowing in the background
    David Cheifetz, watermelon slices with plums.
    Two bright watermelon wedges and several dark plums rest on a warm, reflective surface, with a halved melon in the background. Thick palette strokes in orange, red and brown create glowing light and texture. Signed and dated 2013 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Bright green pear among red apples and small oranges on a deep magenta and crimson background
    David Cheifetz, green pear with apples and oranges.
    A bright green pear stands among red apples and small oranges on a richly textured magenta and crimson surface. Heavy impasto and bold color contrasts give the fruit a glowing, sculptural presence. Signed lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • White coffee carafe, three green and yellow pears and a small white cup on a pale white surface
    David Cheifetz, coffee carafe with pears and cup.
    A white coffee carafe with a black handle, three green and yellow pears and a small white cup are spaced across a pale white surface. Soft shadows and a high-key palette give the composition a calm, airy feel. Signed and dated 2015 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Yellow and red apple with dark patches beside blueberries and green apples on a textured brown surface
    David Cheifetz, apples and blueberries on a dark surface.
    A yellow and red apple marked with dark patches glows on a richly textured brown surface, surrounded by blueberries and soft green apples. Heavy, layered paint and strong light create a dramatic, almost abstract still life. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Tarnished silver pitcher on a dark pedestal beside a green apple and white cups on a white-draped ledge
    David Cheifetz, silver pitcher with green apple and cups.
    A tarnished silver pitcher stands on a dark draped column beside a bright green apple, with white cups placed along a ledge covered in white cloth. Strong value contrast between dark and light fabric frames the objects. Signed and dated 2015 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Silver goblet, a bunch of dark red grapes and a cantaloupe slice on a cracked stone ledge, dark background
    David Cheifetz, silver goblet with grapes and melon.
    A tarnished silver goblet stands beside a bunch of dark red grapes and a slice of orange cantaloupe on a cracked stone ledge. A single grape rests apart on the left. The dark, plain background recalls traditional still life painting. Signed and dated 2010 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Red cabbages, an orange, green apple, white vase and small cups arranged on a dark brown table
    David Cheifetz, red cabbage, orange and ceramics.
    Two halved red cabbages, a glowing orange, a green apple, dark plums, a pale vase and small ceramic cups are spread across a dark brown table. Warm light picks out the orange and the purple leaves, while loose strokes dissolve the table edge. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Grey ceramic vase, dark plum, onion and glowing yellow pear on a teal surface with orange drips
    David Cheifetz, vase with pear and plums on teal.
    A grey ceramic vase, a dark plum and an onion sit on a muted teal surface beside a glowing yellow pear. Orange drips and vertical streaks of paint add an abstract rhythm to the composition. Signed upper left. Title not confirmed.
  • Cut melon, blue goblet, upturned red glass and tangerines on a dark table lit by a pool of light
    David Cheifetz, melon with blue goblet and red glass.
    A cut melon, a cobalt blue goblet, an upturned red glass, a melon slice and tangerines are arranged on a dark table under a pool of light. Small dark berries are scattered nearby. The careful lighting gives depth and quiet drama. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Black glass decanter with a peeled orange, a strip of peel and a pear on a grey and purple draped ledge
    David Cheifetz, black decanter with peeled orange and pear.
    A glossy black glass decanter stands behind a peeled orange on a ledge draped in grey and violet cloth. A curl of orange peel and a red and yellow pear sit to the right. The dark background focuses attention on the glowing fruit. Signed lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Soft pink roses in a gold vase beside an engraved metal vase and an orange, dark green background
    David Cheifetz, pink roses with brass vases and orange.
    A cluster of soft pink roses rises from a textured gold vase beside an engraved metal vase and a glowing orange. The flowers dissolve into thick, luminous strokes against a dark green background. Signed and dated 2015 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Engraved brass stein, amber glass and glowing yellow pear with dark berries and colorful paint drips
    David Cheifetz, brass stein with amber glass and pear.
    An engraved brass stein stands between a small amber glass and a glowing yellow pear, with dark berries on the reflective surface. Drips and dabs of teal, orange and violet paint float across the dark background, adding playful abstraction. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Single peeled orange resting on the edge of a ledge covered with white drapery, pale blue background
    David Cheifetz, peeled orange on white drapery.
    A single peeled orange with its white pith rests on the edge of a ledge covered in white drapery. Thick, textured strokes in white and pale blue fill the folds and background, making the warm fruit the focal point. Signed upper left. Title not confirmed.
  • Human skull lit from above beside a dark glass bottle, a stemmed glass and red apples on a red surface
    David Cheifetz, skull with bottle, glass and red apples.
    A human skull lit from above sits beside a dark glass bottle, a stemmed glass and two red apples on a deep red surface. Rich, swirling brushwork in red and brown recalls the vanitas tradition of still life. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Pewter stein, green glass and lemon wrapped in clear plastic among dry oak leaves on a red and blue background
    David Cheifetz, wrapped stein and lemon with oak leaves.
    A pewter stein, a green glass and a lemon are wrapped in clear plastic and set among scattered dry oak leaves. A vivid red and orange surface opens onto streaks of blue and black at the center, giving the still life an abstract, layered setting. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Copper bowl, dark plums, a red plum and green leaves on a ledge draped with bright blue cloth
    David Cheifetz, plums and leaves with a copper bowl.
    A glowing copper bowl sits behind dark plums, a red plum and a sprig of green leaves on a ledge draped with bright blue cloth. Warm light from above contrasts with the cool blue and the dark, loosely brushed background. Signed and dated 2010 upper left. Title not confirmed.
  • Apple, glass and brass vase lit red beside a cup lit blue with rising steam, dark background
    David Cheifetz, still life lit in red and blue.
    An apple, a glass and a brass vase glow under red light on the left, while a small cup with rising steam glows blue on the right. Thick, swirling strokes and a black background create a dramatic contrast of warm and cool light. Signed and dated 2012 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Pewter pitcher, two green pears and a peeled orange glowing beside a rust-colored streak on a grey ledge
    David Cheifetz, pewter pitcher with pears and peeled orange.
    A pewter pitcher, two green pears and a peeled orange are lined up on a narrow ledge against a muted olive background. A vertical streak of rust and fiery orange falls behind the orange, making it glow. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Dark green glass decanter, brass vase, apple slice and green apple on a warm reflective surface
    David Cheifetz, green decanter with brass vase and apple.
    A dark green glass decanter stands across from a glowing brass vase, an apple slice and a bright green apple. Warm light reflects across the surface, and textured brown and copper strokes fill the background. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Bright blue pear between a glass decanter of red wine and a stemmed glass, with two brown pears on a warm orange ground
    David Cheifetz, blue pear with decanter and wine glass.
    A bright blue pear stands out between a glass decanter of red wine and a stemmed glass, flanked by two brown pears. The warm orange and red background makes the unexpected blue fruit the focus of the composition. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Blue goblet, ornate vase, an egg and glowing oranges on a ledge against a deep violet background
    David Cheifetz, blue goblet and vase with oranges.
    A deep blue goblet and an ornate patterned vase stand on a ledge with an egg and several glowing oranges. Rich violet and purple tones fill the background, and a burst of warm light surrounds the fruit at right. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Partly peeled orange, red shallots, curls of peel and a garlic clove on a dark grey surface
    David Cheifetz, peeled orange with shallots (second view).
    A second copy of the still life showing a partly peeled orange with white pith beside two red shallots, pieces of peel and a garlic clove on a dark grey surface. Strong light and sparse placement highlight color and texture. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Glossy orange lidded jar above glowing orange halves and a lemon on a ledge draped with blue cloth
    David Cheifetz, lidded jar with orange halves.
    A glossy orange lidded jar sits above a ledge where orange halves, a slice and a lemon glow in warm light. A strip of bright blue cloth hangs over the edge, and the dark, textured background deepens the contrast. Signed and dated 2012 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Glass block with a rusty saw blade between a yellow pear, a red pear and a green apple on a grey ledge
    David Cheifetz, glass block and saw blade with pears.
    A clear glass block holds a rusty circular saw blade, flanked by a yellow pear, a red pear and a green apple on a grey cloth-covered ledge. Small orange dots float in the muted green background, adding a quiet, playful element. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Brass vase, rolls of blue and clear tape, a brandy glass and an apple on a ledge draped in white cloth
    David Cheifetz, vase with tape rolls and apple.
    A tarnished brass vase stands among rolls of blue painter's tape and clear packing tape, a brandy glass, a frosted tumbler and a red and yellow apple on a ledge draped in white cloth. The mix of studio supplies and classic objects gives a modern twist. Signed and dated lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Hexagonal iron dumbbell between two tangerines on a grey and violet surface
    David Cheifetz, iron dumbbell with tangerines.
    A hexagonal iron dumbbell rests on a grey surface between two bright tangerines. Soft violet light falls on the near edge, and vertical grey strokes fill the background. The everyday gym weight becomes an unexpected still life subject. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Cobalt blue goblet beside red, brown and green pears on a ledge, textured blue and grey background
    David Cheifetz, blue goblet with red pears.
    A cobalt blue goblet stands beside a dark red pear lying on its side, a bright red pear, a small brown pear and a green pear on a ledge with a blue cloth. Textured strokes of blue, grey and black fill the background. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Black kettlebell and stacked iron weight plates beside a yellow-green apple and washers on a dark floor
    David Cheifetz, kettlebell and weight plates with apple.
    A black kettlebell, stacked iron weight plates and two metal washers share a dark floor with a single yellow-green apple. Warm light falls on the apple and kettlebell, while the background fades into shadow. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Ornate silver teapot, silver cup, red apples and persimmons on a ledge against a deep teal background
    David Cheifetz, silver teapot with apples and persimmons.
    An ornate silver teapot and a silver cup stand on a ledge with red apples, orange persimmons and a green fruit. Reflections of the fruit shimmer on the metal, set against a deep teal background. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Copper kettle, pale blue goblet and persimmons on a table glowing with blue and warm light
    David Cheifetz, copper kettle with blue goblet and persimmons.
    A worn copper kettle and a pale blue goblet stand on a table with three persimmons and a dark berry. Strokes of electric blue cut through the dark background and table, contrasting with the warm orange fruit. Signed and dated 2012 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Tall copper ewer, small blue pitcher, plums, tangerines, cherries and green leaves on a dark table
    David Cheifetz, copper ewer with blue pitcher and fruit.
    A tall copper ewer with a long spout stands beside a small blue pitcher, a dark plum, tangerines, cherries and scattered green leaves on a dark wooden table. Soft light and a plain dark background follow a traditional still life approach. Signed and dated 2011 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Dark glass decanter, amber bottle, glass coffee pot and glowing tangerine on a shelf with orange streaks
    David Cheifetz, bottles and coffee pot with tangerine.
    A dark glass decanter, an amber bottle, a glass coffee pot and a dim brass teapot line a shelf beside a glowing tangerine with leaves and a dark berry. Streaks of orange paint run down the dark background and shelf edge. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Cobalt blue vase and goblet beside a glowing yellow apple and red onions on a violet surface
    David Cheifetz, blue glassware with yellow apple.
    A cobalt blue vase and goblet stand beside a glowing yellow apple and red onions on a violet surface scattered with small red peppers and berries. Thick, vivid strokes of purple, orange and green give the scene an expressive intensity. Signed upper left. Title not confirmed.
  • Brass long-spouted coffee pot and white pitcher with two tangerines and a leaf on a pale grey shelf
    David Cheifetz, brass coffee pot with tangerines and pitcher.
    A brass coffee pot with a long curved spout stands on a pale shelf with a tangerine at its base. To the right, a white pitcher sits behind a second tangerine and a leaf. Soft grey tones and quiet spacing give a calm mood. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Ripe mango between two metal staplers on a grey ledge, with green and red paint dripping down the edge
    David Cheifetz, mango between two staplers.
    A ripe red and green mango rests between two metal office staplers on a grey ledge. Bright green and red drips of paint run down the ledge edge, adding a playful, surreal touch to the quiet still life. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Tall silver pitcher between two small silver cups and glowing tangerines on a dark table
    David Cheifetz, silver pitcher with cups and tangerines.
    A tall silver pitcher stands between two small silver cups and three tangerines on a dark table. One tangerine glows with warm light, its reflection repeated in the metal surfaces against a dark background. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Yellow and green pears, a broken dark bowl and small berries on a grey ledge with orange drapery
    David Cheifetz, pears with a broken bowl and orange cloth.
    Two pale pears, a bright yellow-green pear and pieces of a broken dark bowl sit on a grey ledge with small berries. A bright orange cloth hangs over the edge beneath the glowing pear, adding warmth to the muted palette. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Shiny brass kettle between green apples, an apple slice and a white cup on a white-draped table
    David Cheifetz, brass kettle with green apples (second view).
    A second copy of the still life with a gleaming brass kettle on a white-draped table, flanked by a green apple, an apple slice, a white cup and a halved apple. Soft grey light and warm metallic reflections define the scene. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Brass teapot and amber glass bottle with two glowing tangerines on a dark reflective table
    David Cheifetz, brass teapot and amber bottle with tangerines.
    A brass teapot and an amber glass bottle stand on a dark reflective table with two tangerines, one glowing brightly at the teapot's base. Thick, loose strokes and deep golden tones create a warm, candlelit atmosphere. Signed and dated 2014 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Pewter pitcher, two small glass vases and tangerines on a deep green surface with a pool of light
    David Cheifetz, pewter pitcher and glass vases on green.
    A pewter pitcher, two small clear glass vases and three tangerines sit on a deep green surface under a pool of light. The green setting makes the orange fruit and glass highlights stand out. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Red and purple onions with loose papery skins scattered across a pale white surface
    David Cheifetz, red onions on a white surface.
    Several red and purple onions and a small shallot are scattered across a pale white surface, their papery skins peeling away. Some onions are crisply painted while others dissolve into loose, scumbled strokes. Signed and dated lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Red apple partly wrapped in crumpled silver foil casts a shadow on a muted teal background
    David Cheifetz, red apple wrapped in silver foil.
    A glossy red apple sits partly wrapped in crumpled silver foil, its reflective folds catching the light. A soft shadow stretches across the muted teal surface. The small still life shows Cheifetz's interest in contrasting textures. Signed lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Copper kettle, dark bottle and orange cup on a ledge draped with pale cloth, dark brown background
    David Cheifetz, copper kettle, dark bottle and orange cup.
    A worn copper kettle, a tall dark bottle and a small orange cup stand on a ledge draped with pale cloth. Warm light glows on the copper and orange surfaces against a dark brown background, with textured paint suggesting age and patina. Signed and dated 2014 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Shiny brass kettle between green apples and a white cup on a table draped with white cloth
    David Cheifetz, brass kettle with green apples and cup.
    A gleaming brass kettle stands at the center of a table draped in white cloth, flanked by a whole green apple, a slice, a white cup and a halved apple. Soft grey light and warm reflections on the brass show Cheifetz's control of value. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Red and purple onions scattered on a surface glowing with bold orange and red brushstrokes, dark background
    David Cheifetz, red onions in fiery orange light.
    Several red and purple onions sit on a surface swept with bold orange and red paint, set against a dark, textured background. Loose palette work and drips give the still life an expressive, almost abstract energy. Signed and dated 2014 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Partly peeled orange beside shallots and scattered peel on a dark grey surface
    David Cheifetz, peeled orange with shallots.
    A partly peeled orange shows its white pith beside two red shallots and curls of peel on a dark grey surface. A garlic clove sits at the lower right. Sparse composition and strong light emphasize texture and color. Signed and dated 2014 lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Glowing red onion with a curling skin beside a kitchen knife resting on a ledge, dark background
    David Cheifetz, red onion with a kitchen knife.
    A red onion with a curling papery skin glows in warm light beside a kitchen knife resting diagonally on a ledge. Dark drips of paint run down the ledge edge, and loose brown strokes fill the background. Signed and dated 2014 lower right. Title not confirmed.
  • Orange and brown mug turned on its side with a yellow reflection, set against bright blue brushstrokes
    David Cheifetz, orange mug against bright blue.
    An orange and brown mug sits on a ledge with its warm yellow reflection stretching below, beside the edge of a second cup. Thick, quick strokes of bright blue surround the forms. The loose study shows Cheifetz's bold use of complementary color. Title not confirmed.
  • Dark-haired woman with bare shoulders in cool blue light, a warm band of color across her eyes
    David Cheifetz, woman in blue light (gallery view).
    Full gallery version of the featured portrait. A dark-haired woman with bare shoulders gazes at the viewer, her figure washed in cool blue tones with a warm orange band across her eyes. Loose blue strokes form the background. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Young woman in a sleeveless white dress leans against a pale wall, her dark hair swept upward
    David Cheifetz, woman in a white dress leaning on a wall.
    A young woman in a sleeveless white dress leans against a pale wall, her dark hair swept upward as she gazes at the viewer. Soft, blocky strokes in white and grey build the dress and background, with warm skin tones adding contrast. Signed lower left. Title not confirmed.
  • Expressive portrait of a young man in a dark collar, painted in thick blue strokes with orange highlights
    David Cheifetz, expressive portrait of a man in blue.
    A young man with short dark hair looks directly at the viewer, his face built from thick strokes of blue, white and orange. A dark collar and deep blue background surround him. The textured paint shows Cheifetz's expressive approach to portraiture. Signed and dated 2013 lower left. Sitter and title not confirmed.

His contemporary realist approach also connects with Alex Kanevsky, another painter featured on WooArts whose work uses expressive brushwork and unconventional compositions within contemporary figurative painting.

His work reflects the language of dreams, drawing viewers into mysterious and captivating scenes. The strong contrast between light and dark adds drama and depth to his compositions. His paintings are both technically impressive and emotionally evocative.

“Reflecting the language of dreams, these dark, hyper-realistic tableaux suggest bizarre and intriguing narratives.”

He studied at the Schuler School of Fine Arts from 2007 to 2010 and attended the University of Washington’s College of Architecture from 1999 to 2004. His education gave him a strong foundation in classical techniques. He is represented by Gallery 1261 and RS Hanna Gallery.

His work has been featured on Artsy.net and he has a strong presence on Instagram. He continues to explore the boundaries of realism in his all prima paintings. His unique approach to oil painting sets him apart in the contemporary art world.

Q: What defines David Cheifetz’s artistic style?
A: His use of the alla prima technique, working wet-on-wet without detailed under-painting. His dark, hyper-realistic tableaux feature strong chiaroscuro and expressive brushstrokes, creating atmoshpere and suggesting intriguing narratives. He pushes the limits of contemporary realist oil painting.

You can see more of David Cheifetz’s paintings on his official website.

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