David Bromstad, Ringling College of Art and Design class of 1996 graduate and artist, designer and television personality, will be the commencement speaker for the Class of 2015 graduation ceremony on Thursday May 7. “David is a Ringling College Illustration Program class of 1996 alumnus who represents all majors with his focus on both art and design and the business of art and design,” said Dr. Thompson. “His success is a great example of the entrepreneurial spirit that is so much at the core of Ringling College.  Our graduates can relate to his pathway to success and we are very happy to have him come back to Ringling to speak to provide inspiration for their futures.” After graduating from Ringling College, David worked for Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure to complete very large thematic installations. He then became the original winner of Home and Garden Television’s (HGTV) Design Star, which led to his first hit series for HGTV, Color Splash, where he completed more than 150 makeovers around the country. David has gone on to achieve significant success in the business of art and design, and as a professional artist and designer.

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