About

Sea forms in stone — The first piece of the collection, the Sperm whale, was started in 1977 and David continues his work to this day.

Inspired by the marine life he encountered while SCUBA diving, David’s enthusiasm for capturing the forms of sealife was sparked. While studying art and sculpture at Valdosta State College, David refined the techniques he uses to depict these animals.

The life of each piece begins deep underground millions of years ago. When it reaches David, it is a block of stone salvaged from a doorstep or mantel. He hand carves each sculpture with a hammer and chisel, removing small pieces until the whale begins to take shape. Twenty two different grades of sandpaper are used to refine the stone until the marble’s grain and color are fully exhibited. Only one of each species are ever done, nearly in scale to each other.