Visions On Reclaimed Wood will be on display in the Vault Gallery August 7-29, 2026.​ There will be an opening reception on Friday, August 7 from 6pm to 8pm, where visitors can meet David and view his work. The opening reception is during downtown Manteo's First Friday festivities and is free and open to the public.​ 

David Roberts, a native of Norwalk, Connecticut, was raised on Long Island Sound. He started showing interest in art at the age of 5, drawing his first portrait of a man detailed in a pinstripe vest and pants, a pocket watch and chain, and a handlebar mustache. Throughout high school, his love of art grew stronger as he began to enter many art shows. Although his teacher suggested he attend the prestigious Pratt Institute in New York for commercial art because of his talents, he chose a different direction, much to his teacher's dismay. He attended the University of Connecticut and earned a degree in Education. After many years of teaching, the call to create original artwork persisted, eventually leading him to become a carpenter. He found his way toward creative expression through custom woodworking and building homes. Now retired, David has, at long last, picked up his brushes and resumed the artistic journey he began so many years ago.​

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