Peter Scheidt
Artist, Educator, Furniture Maker
Professor of Wood + Material Studies at Iowa State University
Peter Scheidt’s work is concept-driven yet firmly grounded in the craft of furniture. He has exhibited widely in juried, group and solo exhibition at venues nationwide. Peter has an MFA from San Diego State University and a BA from Brown University. He builds and teaches in Ames, Iowa where he is Assistant Professor of Wood + Material Studies at Iowa State University. Peter previously served as Windgate Assistant Professor of Woodworking at the University of Arkansas Little Rock.
Topics / Strengths:
I've worked in furniture and academia since 2009 and can offer guidance on any of the following:
-Setting up a studio (woodworking or metal fabrication)
-Mentoring for a career in the arts and/or higher education
-Portfolio review.