Jonny Ruzzo grew up in a large town in the small state of Rhode Island, and moved out in 2008. He currently reside in New York City, where he work as an artist, illustrator, and graphic designer. 'My work deals with superficiality, sexuality, gender, and social views. I use bright colors and shiny, metallic materials because they are beautiful. I ask myself a lot of questions, and painting is my attempt at an answer.' he states