Joseph Gonzalez

Joseph Gonzalez is a Multidisciplinary Visual Artist, Toy Designer, and Educator who firmly believes that in the power of play to inspire, educate, and bring communities together. Each project is a blend of imagination, technical skill, and a deep understanding of the impact toys have on people's lives.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Joseph developed an interest in toy creation and various art forms, utilizing materials he discovered around him. He attended the Fashion Institute of Technology, where he achieved an AAS associate's degree in fine arts followed by a BFA bachelor's degree in toy design. His enthusiasm for building and understanding the mechanics of objects is evident.

Joseph indulges in drawing, painting, 3D printing, designing papercrafts, assembling toys, and exploring other artistic mediums in his leisure time.

He also holds a master's degree in Art Education from The City College of New York, enabling him to share his passions for fine arts and toy design with others, as an educator and toy maker, changing the world, one toy at a time.