Jon di Venti

Jon di Venti is an Adjunct Instructor in the Animation & Game Art department at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D), where he has played a foundational role since 2016. He previously taught at Ringling College of Art and Design, contributing to multiple Student Academy Award-winning animated films.

His educational background is not explicitly detailed, but his professional trajectory reflects a strong foundation in fine arts and animation education.

Jon specializes in visual storytelling and art creation for animation and illustration. His research and teaching interests include visual development, storyboarding, life drawing, anatomy, 2D design, and professional practices for artists. These areas reflect a deep engagement with both technical and creative aspects of art education and production.

While no peer-reviewed articles are listed, his professional projects indicate active work in concept art and visual development, particularly in animation and literary illustration.

He has not received any scientific awards listed in the text.

Jon has served as Department Chair for the Animation & Game Art program at PCA&D and has developed and taught a wide range of courses. Though no formal advisees are mentioned, his leadership and teaching suggest significant mentorship of students. He has also contributed to institutional development by helping establish a new academic department.

He is currently active in both academia and professional illustration, working on projects such as concept art for author Seth Ring and visual development for the upcoming animated feature Light of the World, scheduled for theatrical release in Summer 2025.