Dave Plowden is a mixed-media artist based in Washington, D.C. He draws inspiration from experiences spanning his early years through adulthood. His work combines screen printing, painted textures, and vibrant colors to build layered surfaces that reflect the complexity of the stories behind them.

Today, his practice carries a purpose rooted in childhood experiences. Helping children face circumstances similar to his own. Since 2022, his art has helped provide more than 200,000 meals to children through No Kid Hungry.

His upcoming collection, LUNCH MONEY: Art That Feeds, brings that purpose into focus through painted cafeteria trays, connecting childhood memories with the need for reliable access to food. With a mission to provide 1 Million meals, Plowden turns personal reflection into tangible support for children experiencing food insecurity.

DAVE PLOWDEN
Washington, D.C.
daveplowden.com · dave@daveplowden.com

EDUCATION

2005 Bachelor’s Graphic Design, Art Institute of Pittsburgh

AWARDS AND HONORS

2022 Best Buddies Champion of the Year Nominee

PHILANTHROPY & COMMUNITY IMPACT

2022 Max’s Garage Art Collection – Benefiting No Kid Hungry

Raised $21,788 in two days through digital art sales, donating 100% of proceeds to No Kid Hungry to help provide over 200,000 meals for children.

2022 Max’s Garage Art Collection – Benefiting Best Buddies International

Raised $7,600 through digital art sales, donating 100% of proceeds to Best Buddies International.

FORTHCOMING

2026 Red Dot Art Fair, FAMESPACE, Miami, FL – Group Exhibition