Bio
Originally from Canada, by way of Miami, David has called the Philly area home since 1990, where he lives with his wife, Christine, and their teenage daughter, Allison. A former art director and graphic designer, David has been a full-time, independent artist/musician for more than a quarter century. For many years, he has been Co-Coordinator for CMN's Mid-Atlantic region.
He conducts weekly music classes for several preschools and has performed at countless schools, libraries, museums and community events, including 5 times at the Philadelphia Folk Festival. His songs have received airplay everywhere from WXPN's Kid's Corner to the legendary Dr. Demento Show, and his whimsically illustrated music videos have garnered as many as 200,000 views each. Occasionally, he also unleashes his "inner adult" to create satirical songs and videos that tackle topics best appreciated by grownups.
Here's a summary of his three basic services, which are all available in-person or virtually.
COMICAL CONCERTS:
"Mr. David's Drawings, Songs & Silliness" is an upbeat, interactive performance featuring a madcap mix of music, pictures, puppets, props and kid-friendly comedy. Wearing his signature propeller hat, armed with his star-studded guitar and an array of oddball instruments, he performs crowd-pleasing original material and fresh twists on old favorites, spicing things up with an array of fun pictures (some drawn on the spot), playful props and puppets.
CARICATURE PORTRAITS:
David's Caricature Portraits are popular for their "kinder, gentler" style. They are fun, but flattering, so that everyone ends up thrilled to see themselves as characters in a cartoon scene featuring big heads with little bodies, great likenesses and cool details, all tailored to each person's choice of theme.
CARTOONING WORKSHOPS:
David conducts Cartooning Workshops that provide participants with step-by-step instruction, hands-on helpful hints and an array of cool art resources for further inspiration. In a fun, positive atmosphere, everyone is encouraged and empowered as they explore a wide range of cartooning categories.
