Scott Zimmer currently lives in Kingston, NY, and works in ceramics, painting, and the garden. He spent his formative years participating in the creative cultural scene in NYC, which inspired him to enroll in a summer program at RISD where his artistic explorations exploded. He continued his education, completing his Bachelor's degree in Architecture at Pratt in New York City. Looking to push conceptual boundaries and to find a more creative way to work intuitively with his hands, he pursued a Master's in Fine Arts in Ceramics at SUNY New Paltz. Post-graduation, he participated in numerous residencies, including Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts, Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, and Worcester Center for Crafts, and eventually worked at the Kohler Art Industry Program as a Ceramic Factory liaison for four years. 

Zimmer has also always loved gardening, which greatly informs his studio practice. After studying at the New York Botanical Garden, he found the freedom to immerse himself in another passion: designing and installing gardens. With time and care, this hobby became an integral part of his professional studio practice. In 2012, Zimmer accepted a position as lead garden designer in the Hudson Valley and launched Zimmer Gardens as a full-time business in 2013. Zimmer Gardens is now considered one of the Hudson Valley’s more creative garden businesses.