"OKAY" by David Ellis at Mattress Factory

"I think this world deserves art that comes from places of necessity." ~ David Ellis

My introduction to the artist David Ellis came a couple days ago when Jeffrey Inscho at the Mattress Factory tweeted "why i heart David Ellis." I've always loved art (like literature) that appears to transcend its own inherent nature. There's an undeniable essence that you recognize in Ellis' work and it's refreshingly beneficial to hear him speak of it. If you find yourself in and about Pittsburgh on December 18, 2008 head over to the Mattress Factory at 7 p.m. to hear David speak about his work. I'm hoping that they tape the event so we can catch it online too.