Tobe is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts (TSOA), having earned his Master of Fine Arts degree in 1996 in Film Producing and Screenwriting.
With a myriad of experiences, such as being a co-producer for a New York-based video production company specializing in Native American programming, Educational Technology, teaching film at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and a background in Film/TV Development at Atchity Productions (MEG 2) and Paramount Pictures East Coast Publicity, Tobe has ventured into the realms of Fine Art, Digital Art, and Photography.
Currently serving as the art curator at Nomadworks and Suites by NYLO, shared office spaces in NYC, he showcases the works of both established and aspiring artists through a partnership with NYU.
Influenced by artists like Hasui Kawase, Bill Rabbit, JD Challenger, and R.C Gorman, Tobe continuously seeks resplendent beauty and stories in his environment, aiming to create memories that evoke tranquility, which gave rise to his artist name - WindWaterCloud. Beyond his artistic pursuits, Tobe is a dedicated practitioner of the martial arts, weaving the principles of discipline and harmony into his creative journey.
His deep appreciation for Asian and Native American cultures resonates in his work, reflecting a profound connection to the spiritual essence of these traditions. His fine art photography predominantly focuses on bold colors, nature, landscapes, and equine souls.
Tobe is dedicated to building a portfolio that inspires and evokes emotions, believing in the energetic resonance of art and the healing power of selected colors. Ultimately, Tobe's art reflects the beauty of the soul, a message he passionately shares with the world.
Explore his work at https://linktr.ee/windwatercloud.
