The Life and Academic Career of David Berger
Born in Lawrence, Massachusetts, David Berger was the son of Edith and Harry Berger. His early life was shaped by his family's involvement in the local Jewish community and the operation of the H. Berger Paper Company and Koffman Paper. After attending public schools in Lawrence, he enrolled in the Massachusetts School of Art, where his studies were interrupted by military service in the U.S. Army. Following the war, he returned to complete his education, earning a Bachelor of Science in education in 1946.
Berger's career was deeply rooted in academia. He served as a professor at Framingham State Teachers College from 1946 to 1957, teaching subjects such as art appreciation, interior design, costume design, crafts, and introduction to art. In 1949, he attended the Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan, where he received a Master of Fine Arts degree in 1950. He later joined the faculty at the Massachusetts School of Art, where he taught painting and illustration until his death.
Artistic Legacy and Collections
As an artist, Berger was an early member of the Boston Printmakers and served as an on-air host for their annual exhibits on WGBH-TV. His work in various print mediums, including lithographs, serigraphs, and silkscreen prints, is represented in the Wiggins Gallery at the Boston Public Library. His paintings and sculptures have been exhibited widely, including at the Gropper Gallery, Cober Gallery, and the Kalamazoo Art Institute.
His work is held in several notable institutions, including:
Questions & Answers
Where can I see the color profile of David Berger's work?
David Berger's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.
In which historical period did David Berger work?
David Berger worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.
Is there a timeline of David Berger's works?
David Berger's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.
Can I explore David Berger's works by subject?
David Berger's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.
