A passionate storyteller and 2D animator, Nico graduated from Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts with his thesis film, IN THE SHADOWS. Post-graduation, he continues to expand the story to develop it into a full series. Nico is openly transgender, and his experience as a queer creator is reflected in his art. With a growing social media presence under the handle @cyon_animation, Nico works on his portfolio while creating art and animation for the Brain Institute. He is local to the Los Angeles area.