Burning Bush

David Hanes (b. Toronto, 1987) is a painter with Canadian and American roots who has been based in Berlin since 2014. Drawing from his extensive travels, Hanes’ practice begins with plein-air sketches in order to capture fleeting impressions of landscapes or moments. Upon returning to his studio, Hanes revisits these drawings, which he refers to as Momentaufnahme (German for snapshots), allowing time and distance to transform them into souvenirs or conduits for memory and feeling. This progression imbues his work with a reflective depth, as each piece embodies the passage of time and the imprint of place. Hanes’ paintings, marked by a dynamic interplay between immediacy and contemplation, invite viewers to engage with the landscapes of memory and the emotional resonance of transient experiences.