'MOMENTI'
February 2025, Ben David, Surry Hills, Sydney.
Fleeting moments, timeless beauty.
Momenti captures the fleeting yet profound experiences that define life in Italy—shared meals, vibrant streets, quiet reverence, and artistic grandeur. Each painting is a window into these moments, celebrating the beauty of the ordinary and the sacred alike.
'Andrea Sculpture'
A silent tribute in stone, where architect Andrea Pisano watches over Firenze from the walls of the Duomo.
'Nonna's Bar'
In the heart of Taormina, a Nonna tends to her bar with quiet devotion, where time and tradition pour side by side.
'When In Italy'
A pizza to share, where the warmth of Florence meets the joy of togetherness in every slice.
'Gelateria'
Beneath the Sicilian sun, sweet anticipation lingers as girls await their turn outside ancient ruins.
'Horse & Chanel'
Old-world elegance lingers at the doorstep of modern luxury in Firenze.
'Lobster Linguine'
A sumptuous bite of the sea, where fresh pasta blends with the lively spirit of a Florence piazza.
'Mario's Fruit'
Sun-drenched and bursting with colour, a rolling bounty unfolds onto the streets of Lipari.
'Pizzeria'
The scent of wood-fired crust fills the air in Firenze, where each pizza is a masterpiece of simplicity and tradition.
'Seafood Market'
A skilled hand carves through the catch of the day in Catania's local market, where the sea’s bounty meets tradition.
'Chillies'
A fiery display of red, as the vibrant heat of Italy hangs in the air, drying in the sun
'Florentine Steak'
A moment of pride, as the chef unveils his signature bistecca Fiorentina, a feast of flavour steeped in Florence’s culinary heritage.
'Roman Sculpture'
Time stands still as ancient grace echoes through marble in the halls of the Uffizi.