Ron Simmons who goes by his art pseudonym "Ron S Dot" is a self taught artist born and raised in Tampa, Florida. He creates various size works on canvas and other platforms using mediums such as acrylics, spray paint and oils. Drawing from his personal experiences growing up and stories from others, he creates images of children in defining moments bearing gas masks used to protect them from societies strong influences.  Displaying resilience the kids  decide their own fate to either maintain their childhood innocence or succumb to the pressures of society.