Ed Musante is an artist who primarily focuses on painting animals, particularly birds. His artwork is known for its engaging and charming effect, as he skillfully renders each bird in a beautiful and winsome manner. His paintings are frequently juxtaposed against the dark and moody graphics of the cigar boxes, which creates an interesting and unique effect.

Musante was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, but grew up mainly in San Francisco, California. He studied Art History at the University of California, Berkeley, and later traveled to West Africa, where he worked for the Peace Corps in Niger and the US Public Health Service Measles and Smallpox Eradication Program in Dakar, Senegal. After spending six months traveling Europe in a VW van, he attended the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and later received an MFA from the University of Idaho.

Musante’s work celebrates the beauty of nature and the charm of birds. His unique style and attention to detail have gained him recognition in the art world, and his works are prized by collectors who appreciate his skillful use of materials and his ability to create enchanting and memorable pieces.