An Italian-American native of New Jersey, I earned a BFA in Film and Television at New York University, and studied figure drawing at the Art Students' League of New York. I have worked for three decades as an animation artist in television, film, and internet. My style and approach have been influenced by mentors John Canemaker and the late Tissa David. I have also spent time as a Benedictine monk. Eugene Salandra

Rest in Peace, Tissa


Tissa David (1921-2012) 
(photograph courtesy of Ray Favata)
Tissa was my dearest mentor, constant inspiration, and true friend. I am deeply grateful for her extraordinary generosity of spirit over the years.  She was among the greatest animation artists in the history of the medium, and she was eager to share her gifts with others. Tissa encouraged us to work, indeed to live, from the inside out–from the heart.
We are thankful for your long presence among us, Tissa, and we will miss you terribly. God bless your soul. May you now rest in Peace.

 "Her Animating Spirit," written by John Canemaker for the Wall Street Journal: Please click here.