Welcome to those who already know me—and to those who found me through a link on Instagram. My name is Tommy B. McDonell, and I am a mixed-media artist and photographer. As you’ll see in the “About” section, I began painting in 2007, before I moved to North Carolina.

The about section of my website tells you a little bit about me. If you want more information, look at my resume. Or, better yet email me.

Born 10/11/1951 makes me a Libra. I have degrees in English, Interactive Telecommunications, and Education/TESOL. I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1995 at a time when I was at school at NYU, taught at 3 colleges and universities and more! However, in 2007, I drifted towards art.

I have found that my art, photography, and my writing have helped believe more in myself when I feel I can’t do anything well. All of this work, my MS, my sense of humor, and occasionally my sarcasm, have made and make me who I am. Stay tuned (edited June 22, 2026).

I call this photo Reflections of Life. It is one of the buildings at the New School. Its reflections to me represent the school well and what I believe education should be.