BIO
David Phillips, born in Flint Michigan in 1944 has a prolific career spanning over five decades. The breadth of his artistic output encompasses drawing, painting, sculpture, functional objects and public art. His work explores the relationship between nature and civilization. He is perhaps best known for his numerous public art commissions throughout the United States and Japan.
Locally his work can be seen at Boston Common, Charles River Esplanade, City Square Charlestown and Quincy Square Park in Cambridge among other greater Boston sites. Whether for large architectural projects or intimately scaled objects, Phillips' work is fueled by a lifelong study and appreciation of the natural world. His frog project on the Common has become an icon. Phillips' gallery work includes stone with metal and new explorations using mixed media.
A graduate of Cranbrook Academy of Art, Phillips moved from the Midwest to Boston in the early 1970's. Among his awards are residencies at McDowell Colony and Kohler Arts Industry, a Pollock Krasner Grant, and a Governor's Design Award. In 2020 he established a studio in Sandwich Massachusetts where he continues exploring new ideas and materials.