A graduate of the University of Hartford, David Plastik was a prominent music photographer of the 1980s. His works appeared in such notable publications as Rolling Stone and Billboard, many of which are now collector's items. He took a second job as a salesman for his father's company to supplement his income, but as he played more and more he realized increasing success at the table. When David moved to tournament poker, he started winning almost immediately, earning about $100,000 in his first month on the road. David hit the road running and never turned back. Since that time, he has amassed an impressive 151 cashes with 6 major tournament wins and earnings in excess of $2,000,000.