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Fernando David Pinon b.11.04.1979 in Laredo, Texas. U.S.A Artist/Entrepeneur. Graduated University of Texas in 2006, B.F.A. Fine Art. Fernando David Pinon is a multi-disciplinary artist living in Austin,TX. After graduating school, Mr. Pinon produced several public art projects throughout Austin, London, New York, and Los Angeles before moving on to more private art-making. His works with sound, light, and color, as well as his drawings and paintings, cross boundaries between performance, conceptual, and traditional art forms. He has written two books, "Problems and Ideas in Art," and "The Black-Hand Drawing Manual." The first deals with theories and concepts of artwork and art-making and his second book is a guide to developing techniques and abilities as an artist. Both are published and made available from his studio - AtelierPinon. His yet to be released third book- "The Apparent Universe," brings together scientific and philiospical views to explore the complex problem of vision. Mr. Pinon has also written and illustrated more than 10 coloring books for children through his publishing firm- ClassroomArts. (classroomarts.com)Through his firm, he has donated drawing paper and art supplies to over 12,000 school children. On a more commercial level, Mr. Pinon has illustrated and designed coverwork for musicians Gotham Green, Haps, and Zeale, and for books including, "Child of the Half Millenium," and "Willows of Corona" and "American Government." Graphic design work is done through his design firm-TexasModern. Mr. Pinon's design goes beyond just graphic media. His current entrepeneurial project is ARHALU- a luxury goods maker specializing in bespoke shoes, sandals, and cases. Mr. Pinon reach into the design world continue to expand as his projects continue to grow over an ever wider range. Addtional organizations founded: ArtHouse United - a community of artists.