Jason Amatangelo’s work explores how he can trick your eye into believing what it’s seeing. Amatangelo plays with depth in his paintings and images of things we find in our everyday lives, whether a drawing, a vintage photograph, or even money. Over many years of experimentation, Amatangelo has developed a unique style reminiscent of his background studying animation at Edinboro University. His work illustrates his own little worlds, which is why he has been fascinated with animation. Spending many Saturday mornings eating cereal and watching cartoons, little did he know that this would develop into his style of work. While Amatangelo’s work isn’t cartoon characters, the geometric forms and bold colors imply the worlds found in animation that can’t be done in real life. 

Amatangelo resides in Erie, PA, with his wife and three children; his studio is located in historic Little Italy. Over the years, Amatangelo’s process has evolved in tandem with this art form to create more complex and exciting work. The use of technology and traditional methods is at the heart of his process, and it’s ever‐changing as new techniques are adapted to Amatangelo’s style. Amatangelo’s works are in private collections worldwide, as well as public spaces and corporate offices. Amatangelo’s public murals can also be seen in multiple cities, with the list continually growing.