Joe Marino was born and raised outside of New York City. He graduated from High School in upstate New York. Meanwhile, he worked for Pepsi Cola of the Hudson Valley as a delivery driver for many years. long work weeks and back breaking labor made him go back to his love of the Arts. With over ten years of graffiti murals and illustration work he decided to attend Pratt Institute of Art and Design. he chose to study in the illustration Department. Working on a degree in illustration.
Joe is now a graduate of Pratt Institute of Art and Design in New York City. He's interested in pursuing a wide range of artistic opportunities, including free-lance illustration and Fine art exhibits. He continues to crate beautiful hand painted murals. Joe has a versatile style that encompasses realistic painting and drawing. He is able to skillfully translate verbal ideas into visual form.