Original artwork by artist David Friebel- Donated by the Friebel family

David Friebel (1948-2022) was a Philadelphia-based artist and designer whose distinctive work blended strong design principles with an artistic perspective. A graduate of Cheltenham High School and the Hussian School of Art in Philadelphia, David also studied design and structure at the Boston Museum of Arts.

He founded Friebel Studios in Center City Philadelphia, where his unique style and originality earned the attention of major advertising agencies and corporations throughout Philadelphia and New York.

David was particularly recognized for his ability to combine space, shape, structure, and balance to create artwork that was both visually striking and thoughtfully designed.

His work reflected a creative approach that bridged the worlds of commercial design and fine art, leaving behind a distinctive artistic legacy.