Where Portraiture Becomes Art
Guided by classical portraiture and modern craft, each commission is made with patience, restraint, and intention. The goal is presence, not spectacle, a portrait meant to live with you.
For those who value heritage, artistry, and portraits made to endure.
Inquiries: (805) 886-0146 · david@davidpalermo.com
Three distinct editions, each crafted with care.
Painted Tradition
Rooted in photography and guided by classical portrait painting, each work is shaped by light, tone, and restraint for portraits that feel timeless and quietly enduring.
Platinum / Palladium
Printed by hand in platinum and palladium, each portrait is a luminous heirloom - a work of permanence and grace, crafted to be passed from one generation to the next.
Classic
A modern tribute to classic portraiture. Created with classical lighting and timeless composition, these portraits reflect authenticity, grace, and quiet strength.