Faust Gallery

Dave Newman

Contemporary Mixed Media & Pop Americana Artist

Originally from Anaheim, California · Lives and works in Placitas, New Mexico

Dave Newman in his studio

Dave Newman is a nationally recognized mixed-media and acrylic artist whose work celebrates American nostalgia, pop culture, and the iconic imagery of the Southwest. A self-taught artist originally from Anaheim, California, Dave draws deep inspiration from mid-century design, vintage advertising, music, road signs, and historic architecture — transforming these themes into layered “time capsule” artworks that blend storytelling with visual punch.

Now based in Placitas, New Mexico after more than two decades in Prescott, Arizona, Dave creates dynamic mixed-media collage constructions using his original photography, reclaimed wood and metal, vintage postcards, maps, and 20th-century print ephemera. These richly textured compositions reflect his fascination with the past while keeping a bold, contemporary edge.

In addition to his collage work, Dave paints vivid acrylics — ranging from stylized birds and landscapes to cultural icons and Americana motifs. His signature use of color, texture, and balance creates a style that is instantly recognizable and emotionally resonant.

Dave has worked with the Fender Custom Shop for over fifteen years, designing playable art guitars featured in international calendars, catalogs, and exhibitions. He has also created custom artwork for the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon, and his work is held in major private and corporate collections.

Whether working with salvaged signage, historical photography, or bold contemporary themes, Dave Newman bridges past and present through art that is tactile, joyful, and timeless — inviting viewers not just to look, but to rediscover.