Artist Bio

 Artoonist , born in Brooklyn,

NY, was raised in the 413 (Springfield, MA ).  Growing up a number 2 pencil and computer paper were his main tools for creativity. He started using his God given talent to draw things that made him excited, consistently adding things he liked on any surface he could get his hands on (including mom's kitchen walls, tables, and chairs). The digital art space became his new playground when he discovered "Paint" on his dad's Windows 98 computer. During high school and college, he widened the door to mixed media and expanded on new ways to express himself.

 

Like  Saturday morning cartoons fused with various art styles, the media produced has a cartoonish blend of characters, bold black lines together with a touch of graffiti, vibrant playful colors , and whimsical themes. Style is not a cage he locks himself into, so the tools of choice currently are acrylic, oil, and aerosol paints. Mixed media is his infinite well of expression. 

 

" Growing up a mischievous and intelligent child, I would (literally) draw trouble my way." Fast forward to the present day he is using the same talent to promote purpose in the lives of others. His vision is to set his hometown ablaze with culture, art, inspiration, and life. God willing, Artoonist will be a beacon , a shining example of the superfluous hidden talent that Springfield, Massachusetts has to offer.

 

His current work is a reflection of the human spirit, body, and soul. " 2 Masters " a current work, sheds light on the two choices humanity is presented with constantly. Your God conscience or your carnal mind are these choices set before us everyday. We must choose which will rule the throne of our hearts daily. "2 Masters" evokes the viewer to address that turmoil within oneself. Ultimately his goals is to continue creating works that challenges, and impacts introspective thought.