Thomas is an artist, educator and adventurer. Through uncommon, inspirational and growth-promoting experiences, he leads people in their search for creative ways to use their knowledge. Tom was awarded his MFA from Yale University in 1995. His long career as an educator includes notable positions as teacher of art, media and design at Yale University, Pratt Institute and Parsons School of Design in New York City. He is regarded by the New York Times as one of the world's leading color theory experts, was filmed by PBS, awarded faculty of the year at Parsons, appeared in Allure magazine as a color commentator on the Hunger Games films and in InStyle magazine for social planning. His most recent venture is the co-founding of ENGN {engine} a progressive educational organization focused on connecting art and life.