DAV, a multidisciplinary artist based in Newark, channels their rich background in photography, video, and music to shape a dynamic artistic identity. Emerging from the NJ/NYC underground rave scene, their work explores the intersections of self-determination, personal challenges, and creating one’s own reality. Their photography, which captures the raw essence of street and rave fashion, has been featured in exhibitions and books.

In 2024, DAV released Burning Desire, a photography zine that documents rave culture from 2022 to 2023, capturing the vibrant energy and radical self-expression of the underground scene. The zine marked a period of significant creative growth. Continuing to explore new boundaries in their craft, DAV remains an active force in contemporary art.