As an expression of his own calculated observation and visual consumption of surrounding landscape, introspective glimpses of reality imbue the art of David Jon Kassan. By immersing himself into his subject matter, Kassan is able to infuse his painting with life and realism.
David Kassan is a Brooklyn based painter who has studied under the auspices of Sharon Sprung at The National Academy of Design and Harvey Dinnerstein at the Art Students League. David has been honored with numerous awards from Arts organizations and magazines induding The National Academy of Design Museum of Fine Art, The Society of Illustrators, and Communication Arts. Most recently David was awarded The Newington-Cropsey Foundation's Travel Grant to paint and study in Italy. While in Italy, David was able to assemble his thoughts and sketches into a limited edition book titled "Lentamente Italia".