Origin: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Currently Exhibiting in: New York City
Social Media: Instagram: danatthemoment
Bio:
Daniel Lawson, an artist with a long-standing career in music, brings a dynamic rhythm to his visual art, merging his passion for both sound and imagery. Having spent much of his life as a musician, songwriter, and producer for studios, concerts, and film soundtracks, Daniel began painting a decade ago, inspired by his personal meditation practice and dream imagery. His work captures snapshots of his subconscious, creating a unique blend of visual rhythm and dream-inspired surrealism. Drawing on his background in music, Daniel’s paintings incorporate rhythmic dynamics in color and form, resulting in a distinctive style he describes as “Looney Tunes Noir.”
With influences from early animation and cartoonists, Daniel’s art has a playful, yet dark undertone that brings dreamlike landscapes and whimsical creatures to life. His work is characterized by clean lines, bold colors, and a mix of humor and surrealism. Through his pieces, Daniel invites viewers into a world where “visual beats and riffs” offer a danceable rhythm and narrative playfulness, evoking a sense of both wonder and intrigue.
Featured Artwork at Bushwick Gallery
B-Rex
Year of Creation: 2024
Medium: Digital
Dimensions: 12 inches x 16 inches
Price: $875
Location: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Description:
In B-Rex, Daniel Lawson introduces us to a surreal, dreamlike world where quirky characters roam through bold, abstract landscapes. Influenced by the early animations of Max Fleischer and the vibrant colors found in Warner Brothers’ Looney Tunes, this piece carries a sense of playful mystery infused with Daniel’s musical roots. Created with digital tools, B-Rex combines whimsy with an eerie edge, offering viewers the feeling of stepping into a familiar cartoon but with an unexpected twist. This piece reflects Daniel’s philosophy of “listening to your dreams,” as he taps into his subconscious to fill the art with otherworldly fauna and beings that challenge conventional reality. Through B-Rex, he delivers a unique mix of surrealism and nostalgia, inviting viewers to explore a humorous yet thought-provoking landscape.
Sympathy For Pinky
Year of Creation: 2024
Medium: Digital
Dimensions: 16 inches x 16 inches
Price: $875
Location: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Description:
In Sympathy For Pinky, Daniel Lawson crafts another glimpse into his unique, whimsical world. Inspired again by the early animations of Max Fleischer and the color palette of Looney Tunes, this work reveals characters that feel both familiar and strange, drawing viewers into a realm that’s part cartoon, part surreal dream. Using digital techniques, Daniel creates a composition where whimsy meets the unexpected, maintaining a playful yet slightly eerie tone. Sympathy For Pinky also embodies his philosophy of “listening to your dreams,” with whimsical beings and surreal creatures that defy the ordinary. This piece blends nostalgia with surrealism, humor with introspection, allowing viewers to feel as though they’ve entered a familiar yet curiously altered reality.
Exhibition Information
Group Exhibition: Wild Kingdoms: Animals Reimagined
Opening Reception: Thursday, November 7 / 6PM-8PM
Exhibition Dates: November 7 – November 18, 2024
Theme: Reinterpret the animal kingdom through a modern lens, exploring abstract representations and social commentary. B-Rex and Sympathy For Pinky add a whimsical touch to the theme, merging bold animation styles with surrealism to invite viewers into a world that is part dreamscape, part animated fantasy. Daniel’s work provides a playful exploration of imagination, reminding us to “listen to our dreams.”