Jonathon Mario

Jonathon Mario, founder of CrowCaw FX, is a master-level creature designer whose career spans Hollywood special effects, live attractions, and education. After launching his studio in 2010, he created original monsters for films like the festival-winning 'Ruby' and network television pilots, earning a reputation for cinematic realism. Jonathon engineers silicone and foam latex prosthetics that merge practical makeup with 3D-printed armatures and smart LEDs. A competitive artist since 2003, his builds have headlined haunts from ScareLA to Universal Horror Nights. At conventions, he teaches efficient lifecasting, airbrush layering, and how to convert fabrication skills into thriving maker businesses.