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Tony Sansalone has a BFA in drawing, painting, and printmaking from Bowling Green State University and is currently pursuing a master's degree in arts business at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is originally from Mansfield, Ohio, where he worked as the Outreach and Grants Coordinator at the Mansfield Art Center. Tony’s art practice focuses on creating realistic portraits of his family and friends using charcoal and graphite. He believes that drawing the people he cares about helps him deepen his connections with them and to express his gratitude for their presence in his life. Tony’s work has been exhibited throughout galleries and venues in the United States. He is passionate about sharing his love for art with others and inspiring them to discover their own creative potential.