After receiving a BA from U.C. Berkeley in Social Science, with a minor in Conservation and Resources Studies, in 1992, David began flameworking in 1994. David has studied glass at various locations but credits much of his glass education to the nine consecutive summers he spent at Pilchuck Glass School, working as a student, teaching assistant, and Flameworking Shop Coordinator, and his extensive work with Roger Parramore. He continues his education by auditing, and periodically enrolling in, courses on Art History, at the University of Oregon.

Drawing from an intense interest in the natural world, David’s work addresses the relationships between people and nature, on an individual, personal, and societal level.

David lives and works in Eugene, Oregon, with his wife Erika and their dogs Easy and Holly.