David Smith A.S.M.A. (American Society of Marine Artists)
Having spent most of his life in Rhode Island, nearby New Bedford and Nantucket with their old whaling history provided the motivation for David launching into the art of scrimshaw. Combined with his knowledge of sailing, this background has given Smith an emotional commitment to traditional nautical themes, which radiate from his scrimshaw work. Each piece is created with a deep personal understanding and appreciation of the subject he depicts. There is not an abundance of the artist’s work to be found due to the time and...more
