SHIPS OF THE SEA MARITIME MUSEUM

Born in Boston, MA, David Peterson graduated with a BFA in Ceramics/Sculpture from University of Florida. After graduation, he was hired by River Street Pottery in Savannah, GA, to manage the studio and teaching facility. After four years, he left River Street Pottery to create his own business venture, Savannah’s premier art gallery, “Mud Pie Gallery.” The gallery showcased the works of potters, sculptors, painters, photographers and other artists from all over the Southeast. It was the hub of artistic thought, inspiration and events and helped to promote many successful artists; however, it did not last, as it was before its time in Savannah.

Moving forward, David began working as ceramics instructor at Armstrong State University in its newly launched Continued Adult Education Program (CAEP). After two years, the University began offering a Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts, which meant full-time students actively using the ceramics studios. Unfortunately, as a result, CAEP was discontinued because of a conflict of studio space.

With no regrets, David’s career took a non-artistic 180° turn as he became a full-time marine surveyor. Balancing life and family for many years, pottery took the place in the back of his garage, but never fully left his thoughts.  He enrolled in a class at the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Arts, and soon became a ceramics instructor there. After a decade, David maintains his job as the President of Peterson Marine Surveys, instructor of ceramics at the Cultural Arts and a studio artist. His passions for boating and clay are evident in his artwork, and he continues to be intrigued by the medium as he expands his artistic career.