Israeli artist, David Najar, was born in 1962 and was largely influenced by the 1980s. The 1980s were an era of growing global capitalism, political upheaval, worldwide mass media, wealth discrepancies and distinctive music and fashion, characterized by hip hop and electronic pop music.

Najar's work is characterized by coiled brushstrokes, rippling patterns, and saturated hues. Najar uses nature and his love for artists like the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists as inspiration. Najar paints spontaneously, instinctively choosing colors to express his emotions.

Najar coins his vivid portrayals of nature as "Contemporary Expressionism." The artist says he does not base his scenes on actual places, but that about 40 percent of his technique leans toward abstraction. Instead, Najar borrows aspects from reality and combines them in his imagination.

Najar's paintings are sold worldwide and have been featured in exhibitions throughout Israel, Canada, and the United States.