Voices of the West: Blanding

Tommy is an animator and cartoonist who has worked on the art department for various film and tv productions for broadcast as well as independent films, documentaries, and stage productions.  They specialize in character animation, storyboards, illustration, screen/script writing, film, photography, with a specialty in prop design, sculpture and plush or puppet design.

At Spy Hop, Tommy travels to many schools, sharing their expertise with an array of different students throughout the state of Utah.

“Art can mean many different things, and as long as your dreams follow what’s true to your heart, you can make anything out of nothing!”

Ricky Vigil is an illustrator and educator from Salt Lake City. He has been making the autobiographical comic zine Super Cool and Stuff since 2011. His comics have been published by SLUG Magazine, City Weekly, Razorcake, Vagabond Comics, Hey Kids! Comics and more. He has also created art for bands, record labels, local businesses and classrooms. He thinks that if he can be an artist, anyone can be an artist. 

Alfonso (Fonzy) Belloso is a filmmaker, photographer, music producer, and novice journalist living in Salt Lake City. 

Originally from Los Angeles, where he studied audio engineering at the Musicians Institute. 

Alfonso is a creator who has worked with Grammy Award-winning engineers in the recording industry, composed music for films, and produced albums for independent artists.

Personal Statement:  “I only aim to make a positive and memorable experience for the people of the planet. I hope to inspire my community and the next generation of creators.”