David Joseph Mascaro
Augusta, GA -- Assoc. Professor Emeritus David Joseph Mascaro died from cancer early on the morning of Thursday, March 19.
David was born February 2, 1941 to August and Mary Mascaro, in New York. As a young boy David received praise as an artist. As a young man he trained at The Art Students League, The National Academy of Fine Arts and The School of Visual Arts, and the New York Phoenix School of Design, all in New York City. David studied privately with Alton S. Tobey, noted historical painter, muralist, portrait artist and art instructor.
He was drafted into the US Army during the Vietnam War. He trained as an MP, and was subsequently posted to security at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL.
David enrolled in the Medical Illustration Graduate Program at the Medical College of Georgia in 1966. In 1969, he graduated with both his BS and MS in Medical Illustration. After graduation he worked at Syracuse University.
In 1971, David returned to MCG to join the faculty of Medical Illustration. His drawing and painting skills were exceptional, and he was an acknowledged master with color. As a teacher, mentor, and friend he had a positive and enduring influence on over 300 students. After 29 years, David retired at the end of June 2000.
David received numerous awards for his artwork, and in 1999 he received the Brödel Award for Excellence in Education from the Association of Medical Illustrators. He helped revise the illustrative work begun by the late Dr. Frank Netter for the CIBA Pharmaceutical Company.
David was also a successful gallery artist and painting instructor. He was the owner of Mascaro Studio & Gallery.
Memorial arrangements will be announced. David is survived by Gail, his wife of 36 years, and his sister Mary, of Riverside, CA. His son Giancarlo predeceased him, in 2011.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to: The David Mascaro Fund through The MCG Foundation, 545 15th Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 or the CSRA Humane Society, 425 Wood Street, Augusta, Georgia 30904.