Ron Ashtiani is an artist and creative director whose work spans over two decades across film, games, and fine art. As co-founder of the renowned design studio Atomhawk, he helped shape the visual direction of major franchises for Marvel, Warner Bros., and Microsoft. His paintings and concept art explore atmosphere, emotion, and storytelling through powerful imagery. Ron is also the author of The Art of Direction, a book that distills his experience leading visual teams in entertainment, and he continues to create and exhibit fine art while mentoring the next generation of artists.