He was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA. and graduated as an Honor Student with a BFA degree from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Tom lived in New York City where he pursued a successful career in the advertising as a graphic designer and art director. Over the years he worked with a number of prestigious design firms and major advertising agencies receiving various awards for his work. He has continued studies at SVA (School of Visual Arts), Cooper Union, NYU as well as private instruction with various independent artists.