David Sherman

David Sherman is an accomplished Minneapolis-based photographer best known for his portrait, professional sports, and editorial photography and his ability to convey emotion through imagery. A careerlong NBA and WNBA photographer for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx, David serves as the house photographer for U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Center, and Treasure Island Resort & Casino.

At age 16, David purchased his first camera at a pawn shop, setting the stage for a lifelong passion for photography. Inspired by his early fascination with imagery, particularly visuals from World War II and the 1960s, his work has since been featured in numerous exhibitions and published nationally and internationally. He has covered professional assignments worldwide, from China to Turkey. Respected for his personable approach and art of drawing out the true personality of those in front of his lens, his greatest joy is making genuine connections with people and their stories through his work.

David’s photography portfolio spans multiple industries, with a special focus on fashion-related projects. He co-founded Transfer of Memory in 2010, a touring portrait exhibition featuring Minnesota Holocaust survivors and their stories, which is also published as a hard cover book.

Based in Minneapolis and a father to four grown children, David received a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural economics from the University of Illinois and a master’s degree in Agricultural Economics/Finance from Purdue University. Early in his career, he worked in marketing and sales before pursuing photography full time.

Featured

Indifference

Pigment print on archival rag paper, 32” x 52” | Framed with Museum Glass, framed dimensions: 42” x 62” | This is part of a limited edition series.

“Indifference” explores the existential challenge of being human in a world in need of repair. We are bombarded by hate speech, othering and violence. We can be overwhelmed by what needs to be fixed and are not able to lend our voice to every cause. —David Sherman

Marshmallow

Pigment print on archival rag paper, 20” x 20” | Framed with Museum Glass; framed dimensions: 26” x 26” | This is part of a limited-edition series

“Marshmallow” is a portrait of a favorite childhood treat presented as a larger-than-life icon, and photographed as if it is on stage, taking a bow to a standing ovation following a breathtaking performance. —David Sherman

Oreo

Pigment print on archival rag paper, 20” x 20” | Framed with Museum Glass, framed dimensions: 26” x 26” | This is part of a limited-edition series

“Oreo” is a portrait of a favorite childhood treat presented as a larger-than-life icon, and photographed as if it is on stage, taking a bow to a standing ovation following a breathtaking performance. —David Sherman

Green Suit

Pigment print on archival rag paper, 24” x 20” | Framed with Museum Glass; framed dimensions: 30” x 26” | This is part of a limited-edition series

This is a portrait of a model for a men’s suit designer commercial shoot, and created on e-6 slide film cross-processed as c-41 print film. —David Sherman

My Father's Tools

Pigment print on archival rag paper, 24” x 24” | Framed with Museum Glass; framed dimensions: 30” x 30” | This is part of a limited-edition series

This image was created on the one-year anniversary of my father’s death. My father left boxes of tools. These six have emotional connections - ever-present pocket knife, CeeTee brand pliers in belt holster, wood-handled hammer, and his favorite tape measures.—David Sherman

Basketball on Stool

Pigment print on archival rag paper, 24” x 20” | Framed with Museum Glass; framed dimensions: 30” x 26” | This is part of a limited-edition series

This image is an outtake from a commercial shoot, and is a black and white study created in color. —David Sherman