BiographyTom Eckert began his career as a painter. Gradually, his two-dimensional work evolved to three-dimensional pieces, which led to his M.F.A. in sculpture. As a teacher at Arizona State University, he taught himself woodworking techniques. He has taught at Arizona State since 1971 and is now a professor of sculpture.
Education: A.A., Phoenix College, 1963; B.F.A., Arizona State University, 1966; M.F.A., Arizona State University, 1971