McCoy exemplifies his use of abstract form and gestures as a means of communicating emotion and thought. McCoy strongly believes that meaning is conveyed through gesture and structure. Bold marks and vivid colors personify his style.

After graduating from the University of Boulder, Thomas McCoy spent several years out west before pursuing his dreams of traveling throughout Europe. A three-month vacation after college to the Swiss Alps became a four-year stay, before moving back to the states. A self-taught artist, Thomas would like to travel back to Europe and perhaps African and Australia to further his experiences in both his travels and his art.

After a brief stay in New York, McCoy moved to Atlanta. Interestingly enough, he thought that the "hustle and bustle" of New York was a bit uncomfortable. He says, "My soul could not sleep in the big Apple". "I needed a change and the south was a place where I have always wanted to go." Moving to Atlanta nearly a year ago, McCoy has put his full efforts into creating some of his best works. "My paintings have come alive," he says. "I view the world with my eyes wide open". He lives each day wit the philosophy that we are all but a minuet part of the largest picture of all - The Universe.