Peter Maier has had a very interesting and unique career.

A graduate of Pratt Institute, Maier first became involved in fine art during his freshman year as assistant to sculptor Robert Mallary for a work commissioned by architect Philip Johnson for the New York State Pavilion at the 1964 New York World’s Fair. He also became involved in industrial design at this time.

After seeing Maier’s work at the New York World’s Fair, renowned automotive designer and General Motors VP Bill Mitchell hired Maier prior to his junior year. His career was interrupted for a brief period from 1967 to 1969, when he served as a military police officer in Viet Nam.

Upon his return, Maier went on to enjoy a distinguished career as an automobile designer. Being one of the youngest ever to be hired by GM, Maier rose in the ranks to become senior designer for Cadillac, Pontiac, and Chevrolet, thereby becoming part of an elite group. Maier left the security of his position at GM in 1980 and, although approached by other major automotive firms, embarked on a journey to pursue his passion as a fine artist on his own.

Thus, Maier began as a fine artist and industrial designer, went on to become an automobile designer, and has returned full circle to his passion, fine art.