Dave has loved trees and wood since early childhood. He has done extensive reading and study of such masters as James Kenov and George Nakashima whose simple but elegant designs and use of figure have been a strong influence on his own philosophy and designs.

The unique figure of each piece of wood often suggests how it should be used for maximum effect.

Frank Pollaro has had a very strong influence on his use of veneers from around the world. Much of the world's most beautiful wood is useable only as a veneer because is not stable enough and/or is too valuable to be expended in solid wood construction.

Dave has been making hand-crafted custom furniture, small boxes and writing instruments for over 25 years. His work emphasizes a very high degree of craftsmanship and outstanding finishes. The many hours he spends sanding and hand-finishing his work results in surfaces that yield sensory delight to the touch.

His work has been shown in galleries in both the Midwest and Southwest and he has won awards at the Los Angeles County Fair.