“Dedicated to creating spectacular works of art that last a lifetime.”

David Utley is a seasoned scenic designer and art director with over two decades of experience spanning film, television, theatre, and education. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Scene Design from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Abilene Christian University.

David’s film and television credits include work as Assistant Art Director and Art Director on major productions such as Bass Reeves (Paramount Network), The First Lady (Showtime), Castle Rock (Hulu), Geostorm, The Nice Guys, Glee, and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. His collaborators have included leading production designers like Tony Fanning, Kevin Constant, Wynn Thomas, and Nelson Coates.

In theatre, David has designed for respected companies including Penfold Theatre Company, Legacy Theatre, Civic Theatre of Allentown, and Jenny Wiley Theatre, with credits ranging from It's a Wonderful Life to Jesus Christ Superstar. His live event design includes high-profile galas such as the Dramatist Guild Fund Gala and the Art Director’s Guild Awards.

As an educator, David has taught scenic design and technical theatre at institutions including Abilene Christian University, Fort Lewis College, and the University of Texas at Austin, emphasizing student-centered pedagogy and interdisciplinary design.

He is a proud member of the Art Directors Guild (IATSE Local 800) and has served as an associate designer for Tony Award-winner David Gallo on international productions. David’s designs and renderings can be seen in The Art Director’s Handbook for Film by Michael Rizzo and The Nice Guys: From Script to Screen by Shane Black. 

Richard Meyer is a self taught professional fine artist with seven years of experience from commissions to markets, local gallery presence, teaching and mural work.

Richard primarily works in oils, mixed media and charcoal, selling prints and originals at outdoor markets. He is currently featured in Durham and Beaufort, North Carolina.

As a muralist, Richard has completed murals in North Carolina including Mebane, Carolina Beach, and in Hartford, Tennessee.

As an educator, Richard has taught in galleries, his studio space and regularly scheduled drawing classes for the Durham Arts Council. He runs a local urban sketching group and participates in a variety of live painting events around North Carolina.

Richard belongs to several art advocate groups including the Durham Arts Council (DAC), The Durham Arts Guild (DAG) and the Carteret County Arts Council and Fine Arts League of Cary (FALC).