David Ostrowski (born 1981) is a German painter. His paintings are deceptive as they initially appear devoid of any content or meaning. But, with considered viewing, various narratives become apparent. Ostrowski’s oeuvre depicts vast emptiness, apathetic discouragement, sometimes aggression, and beauty.

His paintings are made using non-traditional techniques, such as spraying fast drying lacquer and are constructed using unconventional materials such as studio detritus and collaged scraps of tape and paper.[citation needed] Ostrowski purposely uses quick drying lacquer to prevent himself the ability to edit the works.

Ostrowski has been making art since his early childhood and was creatively influenced by members of his immedi...