The human spirit, reimagined

David Roman is a Birmingham-based contemporary artist whose work bridges ancient craft and contemporary concerns. His practice combines Byzantine gilding traditions, ornamental references, and figurative elements to explore the tension between human divinity and a culture driven by data, productivity, and attention extraction.

Through original works made with precious materials, hand-crafted surfaces, and symbolic forms, the paintings serve as reminders of the mystery and transcendence that remain central to the human experience.