Nathan Spotts

Professional Freelance Photographer

Oakland, CA, USA
(510) 463-1740
http://www.nathanspotts.com
I am an adventurous imagemaker who creates fresh and unique artworks combining elements of photography, 3D design, and illustration. I strive to create my own statement with a unique visual style, and I hope to apply that statement and style to any projects brought forward by clients or gallery operators.
Skills
 
art direction, Digital Printing, Photography, Adobe Photoshop, Lighting, Digital Design, location photography, Technical Direction, Adobe Photoshop LightRoom, studio management, Studio Setup, Shoot Production, RAW development, location scouting
Experience
CA, USA
Jan 2013 – Present
S&K Photography
Co-Owner/Photographer
Oakland, CA, USA
Jun 2012
Photoshop Creative Magazine
Freelance writer and artist
Writing tutorials and instructions for how to create various photo manipulation artworks.
CA, USA
Jun 2011 – Jun 2012
Cole Barash Photo
Studio Manager
San Francisco, CA, USA
Feb 2005
Nathan Spotts Photography
Owner
Available for anything photography, photo manipulation, creative and technical consultation, and fine art printing.
Spotlight
2012
RAW Artists
RADIATE Showcase, 1015 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA
2012
Academy of Art University
Gallery showcase with "The Adventures of Mack Ford," Spring Show 2012.
2012
Photoshop Creative Magazine
Interview and photo manipulation feature.
2012
Practical Photoshop Magazine
Photo manipulation feature.
2012
RAW Artists
ACTIVATE Showcase, 1015 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA
2011
My Modern Metropolis
Interview and photo manipulation feature.
2011
Serbin Communications, Photographer's Forum Magazine
Finalist recognition for "The Road," published in "Best of Photography, 2011."
Oct 2011
Photoshop Tutorials
"Creative Inspirations" feature and interview.
Aug 2011
Top Design Magazine
Feature page for "Unrealistic Scenes."
2011
Academy of Art University
Gallery showcase with "Bad Water," 2011 Spring Show.
Mar 2011
Augenblicke Magazine
Feature page and writeup for "Unrealistic Scenes."
Feb 2011
PhotoWeeklyOnline
Feature page for "Unrealistic Scenes."
Feb 2011
Photography Served
Feature page for "Unrealistic Scenes."
Jul 2010
Serbin Communications, Photographer's Forum Magazine
Honorary Mention for "Natural Bridges" in Sigma Photographer's Contest, published in "Best of Photography, 2010."
Jul 2007
Riverfront Playhouse, Redding, CA
Gallery Showcase
Education
Redding, CA, USA
Aug 2005 – May 2008
Shasta College
AA in Liberal Studies
San Francisco, CA, USA
Sep 2009 – Present
Academy of Art University (AAU)
BFA in Photography
Currently finishing BFA in Photography.