Red Frost 2017

David Michael Hinnebusch’s painting, *Red Frost*, is an expression of gestural abstraction, achieved using techniques of painting and drawing. The artist's approach to the canvas is evident in the materiality of the work. The composition seems to emerge spontaneously, driven by the visceral act of applying paint. We see layered brushstrokes, drips, and splatters, built into a composition with a balance between chaos and control. The palette of reds, yellows, greens, and blues create a vibrant tension, while the white splatters add a layer of dynamism. The linear elements add to the overall sense of motion and energy. Hinnebusch's work exists at the intersection of the tactile and the visual. By foregrounding materiality, the artist invites viewers to consider the labour involved in the creation of the work, and challenges traditional notions of art as a purely intellectual pursuit. The social significance of Hinnebusch's practice lies in its capacity to democratize art making, emphasizing the potential for creative expression in everyday materials and processes.