Artist Spotlight: David Townsend | Inside the Art of Cutaway Illustration

Artist Spotlight: David Townsend | Inside the Art of Cutaway Illustration

In this interview, we sit down with David Townsend, renowned cutaway artist whose work reveals the hidden beauty and complexity beneath the surface of iconic machines.

Known for his meticulously detailed cutaway illustrations, David has built a career translating engineering into art, showcasing what makes cars, and mechanical objects truly remarkable from the inside out. His work bridges technical precision and visual storytelling, offering a rare perspective that both engineers and enthusiasts appreciate.

David joins us to talk about his creative process, his path into cutaway art, and what continues to inspire his work today. We also discuss his upcoming participation in The Art House Collective, a multi-day automotive art exhibition hosted at The Warehouse in Mesa, Arizona during Arizona Car Week 2026.

This interview offers a preview of what visitors can expect to see when art, design, and automotive culture converge under one historic roof.

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The Warehouse | Mesa, AZ
Art House Collective — Arizona Car Week 2026 (Jan. 20 - 25, 2026)
Learn more at: https://thewarehouseaz.com/etn/art-ho...