Jerry Luciani studied art and graphic design at Jersey City State College, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a Specialization on Communication, Design & Technology.

   Throughout his career as a visual journalist/art director for a major metropolitan newspaper Jerry has received numerous awards for excellence in graphics, design, illustration and web design from various media organizations including Society of Sillarians (New York), New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists,  New Jersey Press Association and the International Association of Firefighters.. 

   His fine art has been showcased in various galleries and art centers throughout New Jersey and New York.