David Lynch was a painter before he brought his art to film

Though known for its darkness, perhaps the most surprising quality of David Lynch’s art was its hope
It is true that David Lynch was a dark master, capable of depicting on-screen violence with more edge than most — but what is not often discussed is that he did find beauty in the world, time and time again.
David Lynch was a painter before he brought his art to film: L.A. arts and culture this week
The world lost one of its premiere film auteurs when David Lynch died last week. It also lost a fascinating visual artist.
David Lynch loved the art life to death
Dead at 78, Lynch revealed his emphysema diagnosis in 2024, writing, "There is a price to pay for this enjoyment"
In His Dark, Disturbing Visions, David Lynch Showed Us Who We Are
The director himself came off as almost performatively normal. Masterpieces like “Eraserhead” and “Mulholland Drive” said otherwise.
Five commercials that show how David Lynch elevated advertising to an art form
The late filmmaker David Lynchs unique approach to storytelling, with TV and films like Twin Peaks (1990-2017), Blue Velvet (1986) and Mulholland Drive (2001), combined dreamlike imagery with unsettling narratives.
Int’l Film Community Pays Tribute to David Lynch, Lauds “Unique and Visionary Artist”
The director of 'Blue Velvet,' 'Twin Peaks' and 'Mulholland Drive' died aged 78. "I loved him so much," said 'Blue Velvet' star Isabella Rossellini.
David Lynch—Director, Writer, Hero of the Art Life—Has Died at 78
The director of Blue Velvet and the TV series Twin Peaks pursued a creative vision so distinct that “Lynchian” became an adjective.
Filmmaker and Artist David Lynch Is Dead at 78
David Lynch, the celebrated American filmmaker, artist, writer, and musician, has died, according to a message on his official Facebook page. He was 78.
Remembering iconic filmmaker David Lynch
Acclaimed American filmmaker David Lynch, known for his surrealist storytelling and unforgettable cinematic style, has passed away at the age of 78. His family announced his death on social media saying: "There's a big hole in the world now that he's no longer with us,
The Beautifully Disturbing Films Created By The Great David Lynch
Just 15 days into the new year, the world woke up to some devastating news—David Lynch, a mastermind of horror movies, had lost the battle to emphysema. The good news is that he left us a long list of films; here are his best. But First…
David Lynch: A Legacy of Surrealism and Mastery in Film
The world of cinema mourns the loss of David Lynch, who passed away at 78. Known for masterpieces like Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Drive, Lynch redefined storytelling with his surreal and enigmatic narratives.
Kyle MacLachlan on Losing David Lynch, Their 40-Year Creative Partnership, and the Work They Never Got To Do
We were talking about ideas,” the Twin Peaks and Blue Velvet star says. “It was like, ‘What’s next?’ And then, ...
Margaret Qualley Says David Lynch Debunked the Myth That Actors Have to ‘Suffer' to Make Art
Like all of us, Margaret Qualley won't forget the impact David Lynch had on cinema. The "Substance" actress looked back on ...
Laura Dern shares sweet message on David Lynch's birthday: 'Miss you every day'
Laura Dern is remembering her frequent collaborator and friend David Lynch on what would have been his 79th birthday. The ...
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David Lynch dead at 78. His career spanned film, NYC art galleries, mental health advocacy
Surrealist director and filmmaker David Lynch, known for classics such as 'Eraserhead,' 'Blue Velvet' and TV's 'Twin Peaks,' ...
David Lynch to Be Honored with Free Documentary, Family Meditation
Criterion's got a free David Lynch documentary this month, and his family is inviting fans to meditate on his birthday.
Kyle MacLachlan, Naomi Watts, Martin Scorsese, and More Pay Tribute to David Lynch: ‘He Made Everything Strange, Uncanny, Revelatory, and New’
David Lynch revolutionized cinema — and now, Hollywood is paying tribute to the legendary auteur, who died Thursday at the ...
David Lynch’s Anti–Political Correctness
David Lynch, director of Twin Peaks, Mulholland Drive, Blue Velvet, The Elephant Man, and Eraserhead, was that rarity — a ...