About David Brady
Born in Los Angeles, Phoenix-based David Brady is known for his powerful, provocative images of contemporary life and his continuous exploration of the figure through collage, assemblage, oil, and drawing. His recently published graphic memoir, “Into the Tunnel,” chronicles his experience being treated for, and as a survivor of Stage 3 throat cancer.
Since the early 1980s, Brady has filled over 90 sketchbooks with drawings, observations and ideas, primarily as a source of escape and to strengthen his mind in the face of difficulty. Creating these books formed the basis of his belief that art is a healing experience, and he has shared his expertise by participating in art therapy projects such as working with terminally ill children through Coach Art, a non-profit that provides paring artists with youth, creating art workshops for U.S. veterans and working with Nelson Mandela to raise funds for African AIDS programs.
Brady’s paintings and collage works have been featured in numerous exhibitions and international projects, including the Museum of Fine Art Cuba, Modern Art Museum Mexico, The Turchin Center for the Arts, Lilia Arts Center Japan, the Center for the Study of Collage in France. Recent exhibitions include The Eric Fischl Gallery in Arizona and The Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts in Texas and a solo exhibition, at The Frederick Holmes Gallery in Seattle.