As a former gallerist, I'm always looking for those galleries that are inviting, and offer great art and support for their artists, as well as educating the public on the art they have available. Both David, and his gallery manager, are quite genuine and welcoming, and extremely knowledgeable, making any visitor feel welcome and accepted, no matter their art acumen. The art world can feel very intimidating and overwhelming to someone unfamiliar, oftentimes keeping the public from experiencing the wonderful talent that is out there.They happily greet you, making you at once feel welcome and accepted, and offer a wide array of information on art and the downtown. You'll find work not only of David Katz, "The Chester County Sky Painter", but also of other local artists. The wonderful gallery space is also available as a venue for small events and gatherings, with the fabulous Chester County art hanging as a backdrop. Be sure to put this gallery on your short list! It's a must see...
Read moreCapturing the genius loci of Chester County is a feat aspired to by many, and yet accomplished by so few. David Katz is able to flaunt his mastery of such at his new gallery nestled right in the brick and mortar of West Chester's main thoroughfare. Here, he puts on display works that evoke sense of place that competes readily with the Wyeth dynasty, albeit from a vastly different style. What's more in regard to style, aside from not being pigeonholed into the "Brandywine Tradition," David shows astonishing versatility and variation in his own personal style— with each piece remaining as visually striking as the last, and never once sacrificing that manifestation of rural Pennsylvania rife in his landscapes. He's a master at playing with your heart with playful additions of color, evoking precisely the emotions he seems to hone in on at the instance in which his...
Read moreDavid created two wonderful paintings for me as a gift for my now fiance. She had lived in an apartment in town for about 8 years and when she moved in with me, it was tough for her to let go of that apt.
David painted two photos she had. One of the exterior of her apartment and one of the view from her rooftop.
David also referred me to someone for the most perfect frame and he helped me with the surprise unveiling in his gallery. She cried upon receipt and the paintings now hang in our living room.
Aside from his beautiful artwork, his personality is genuine and kind. We loosely stay in touch to this day.
Would highly recommend you check out his gallery. He has some REALLY...
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