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Art

When David became ill with depression, he turned to writing and art to grapple with his symptoms. A thriving painter today, he considers himself primarily a colorist and expressionist—​energy and emotions are key to his work.

Writing

David’s award-winning memoir, I'll Run Till the Sun Goes Down, tells the story of his descent into depression and the art that saves him. Richly illustrated with the work of the artists who have inspired him as well as samples of his own drawings and paintings, this memoir offers both a compelling read and a visual account of his courageous battle with mental illness.

Philanthropy

In 2010, David earned international acclaim by founding Twitter Art Exhibit, a social media initiative that enlists artists to submit a sample of their work to help raise funds for local charities. This annual event has gone global, taking place in such cities as Los Angeles, Orlando, and New York City.