T’vimo ART by Tyrone C. McCollin
Born in the twin Island of Trinidad and Tobago, Tyrone C. McCollin is the youngest of four siblings. He is a graduate of John Donaldson and Caribbean Union College of Trinidad and has
received many diplomas and degrees in art.
Tyrone C. McCollin is a three times logo design contest winner. He is also an author of the
Book “T’vimo.” Currently he is an art teacher at New Grace Center Christian School
Brooklyn NY for the last 13 years.
As a professional sign artist, making signs for churches and businesses, he has used his
sign material called vinyl as a catalyst for his invention of a new art style called “T’ViMo”
where he uses bits and pieces of vinyl to create his works of art.
T’ViMo is an innovative art style pioneered by Tyrone McCollin that brings the ancient craft
of mosaic into the modern age. T’ViMo—short for “Tyrone’s Vinyl Mosaic”—combines the
timeless technique of mosaic with the versatility of vinyl, using vibrant pieces of vinyl as
the “paint” and a precise X-Acto knife as the “brush.” This unique approach encourages
artists to delve deeper into the elements of art, sharpening their sense of color, texture,
and perspective.
T’ViMo’s glossy, vivid finish allows for the creation of stunning works that range from
realistic portraits to abstract designs, celebrating a fusion of tradition and modernity that
brings any image to life.