Michael Pitropov (Toronto, 1991) lives and works in Brooklyn. He holds a BDES from OCAD University and a certificate in Advanced Visual Studies earned abroad in Florence. It was during this year in Italy that his artistic spirit truly began to awaken. Engulfed in the richness of the Italian Renaissance and techniques of the old masters, Michael sparked a passion for drawing and painting that continues to influence his work today.

Upon returning to Toronto, Michael embarked on a successful freelance illustration career. His work for clients like Sony, Bounty, and Google garnered recognition from prestigious organizations including American Illustration, Adobe and Juxtapoz. However, Michael's love for painting led him pursue this passion further at New York City's prestigious Grand Central Atelier. There, he continues to work and study from nature, following the ancient traditions that first captivated him in Italy.