Born in communist Wroclaw, Poland on February 16, 1970 to Ewa and Maciej Wegrzyn. As an only child Tom was eluded the company of siblings. At an early age his preference to the arts was prominent. Unlike other children his attention remained inside with his paintbrushes rather than outside with friends. At the age of six Ewa decided to enroll him in a school for fine arts, it was obvious to her then that her son's talent spanned beyond drawing, it was his passion.

In the early 80's Tom's mother was heavily involved with the anti-communist freedom movement 'Solidarity'. With overflowing members of the movement being unfairly prosecuted, she was left with no other choice but to flee the country. In 1980, two weeks before Martial Law was introduced, the family escaped Poland. For a year they found temporary shelter in refugee camps in Austria. Yet, wishes for a better life remained alive, and in 1981 the family was accepted into Canada.

In the course of 47 years, Tom relocated 40+ times in 5 different countries. Life was literally in a suitcase. The only factor that was ever constant was art. It became the roots that were always present to hold his life together. It was the one variable that never changed. It was the glue that held it all together.

Frustrated with the fine art industry in Toronto for its lack of enthusiasm, Tom turned to commercial art in hope to find a creative outlet that would allow his self-expression to flourish. Shortly after graduating at the top of his class from Sheridan College he began illustrating for Marvel Comics in New York. He worked on over 50 titles, that included; Hulk, X-Men, X-Caliber and many more. Five years later he returned to Sheridan College, for computer animation. Graduating with honors granted Tom employment opportunities in California. While living in Los Angeles he worked in the film industry, as a 3D Modeler, animator, motion artist and lighting director. Tom has worked with many high profile clients and has the ability like a chameleon to change his creative style to the clients needs. Returning to Toronto in 2002 Tom had the chance to work as a creative/art director for the advertising industry and was able to put together an impressive client list. 

At the age of 38 Tom’s first son Anthony was born and with it a new idea.  While trying to find a night-light for his son’s room, Tom wasn’t impressed with any of the styles or designs on the market so he took it into his own hands to invent a product that the market hasn’t seen yet.  Once Tom put his creative mind to it he invented a night-light, which wowed anybody he showed it to.  It was creative, fun, and not just for kids, everyone wanted it, thus came the birth of 3D Light FX. The company has more than 100 sku’s that are sold in over 74 countries and in most retail stores around the world.

Tom says, “I’m truly blessed to have the unique opportunity to be creative everyday. It’s what fuels me, it pushes me to achieve greatness… to create is happiness.”