David Derflinger is an engineer and artist based in Graz, Austria. Active since 2018, his work is rooted in realism with a tendency towards melancholic themes and surreal elements.

Although predominantly traditional, some of his paintings incorporate a mixed media approach utilizing digital tools. Kept mostly monochromatic, the images often depict a subject-centered composition with an emphasis on emotions and body language.

Exhibitions

2025 Solo exhibition: “Selected Works”, Create Tattoo, Graz, Austria

2023 Human Condition, UpTown Art, Graz, Austria

2021 MASKED, StyrianART Köflach, Austria

2021 REview/REstart, UpTown Art Graz, Austria

Recognitions

2025 3rd place Winner of the Beautiful Bizarre Magazine Emerging Artist Award

2025 1st place “SMART SCHOOL” January Art Prize selected by Marc Scheff