David Amico

David Amico is a Professor of Art at Claremont Graduate University, where he teaches Studio Art and mentors current MFA students. He is a prominent Los Angeles-based abstract painter with over four decades of professional practice, recognized for his expressionist and untethered approach to painting.

Educational Background:

• BFA, California State University, Fullerton

Amico's research and artistic practice center on abstract painting, exploring themes of nature, industry, and emotional expression. His work transcends traditional boundaries, combining gestural techniques with conceptual depth. He has exhibited extensively across the United States and internationally in Singapore, Switzerland, and Mexico, contributing significantly to the discourse of contemporary visual arts.

His recent creative output reflects a sustained engagement with abstraction, often through series-based projects that investigate spatial, environmental, and industrial motifs. These works, exhibited in major galleries, demonstrate a consistent evolution in technique and thematic depth over the past two decades.

Scientific and Artistic Awards:

• Cartier Fellowship in Paris (1992)
• Pollack Krasner Grant (1995, 2021)
• Presidential Scholar’s Distinguished Teacher Award (1997)

Amico has been a prolific contributor to art commentary, publishing in outlets such as the Los Angeles Times, L.A. Weekly, Artweek, and Artspace. He is represented by Art Collection Development under Douglas Chrismas. His mentorship includes guiding current MFA students in their artistic development, and he has received significant grant support for his creative research.

His work has been featured in notable venues including Ace Gallery Beverly Hills, Gallery Reis in Singapore, and the Contemporary Art Center New Orleans, affirming his role in both national and international art communities.