Donn Bennett uses repurposed materials, sculpting compounds, and resin to bring a vibrant, 3 dimensional aspect to his paintings.  As a mixed media artist, his experiments with substrates inform the artwork arising from it. The use of rough, reclaimed wood adds a layer of texture that can’t be found in the tabula rasa of a smooth blank canvas. He works in a variety of upcycled materials, including reclaimed wood, tempered glass, and discarded building supplies.