The Art Of Pursuit
The Art of Pursuit is a short documentary that profiles three rising creative entrepreneurs—a filmmaker, a shoemaker, and a portrait photographer—each at different stages of their journey. The film explores the personal sacrifices, self-doubt, and quiet victories that come with turning a creative passion into a profession. It’s a reflection on creative resilience and the pursuit of artistic freedom.
Sneaker Tattoo Commercial
A stylized promo blending real-world footage with 3D elements to highlight Cestlavic’s new Sneaker Tattoo product. The video features original cinematography and editing, with 3D animation of the tattoo sheet used to introduce the product. Smoke and lighting were incorporated to create a moody, immersive atmosphere.
“Our Hours” - Short Film
"Our Hours" is a short film co-written and directed by Nathan Dooley. What begins as a routine job interview spirals into a surreal descent through corporate dread, blind compliance, and the loss of self. A quiet horror that explores how far someone will go for a sense of stability, no matter the cost.
The Campus - Promotional Recap
A promotional video created for The Campus, a four-day shoemaking class where students design and build custom sneakers from the sole up. The piece combines class footage, testimonial interviews, and 3D animation to capture the hands-on process, creative energy, and community behind the program.
Fresno State DXIHub Alumni
This video spotlights Trevor, a Fresno State alumnus, through a mix of 2D animation, campus footage, and interviews. Produced for the DXIHub, the piece shares his time at the university and the work he’s involved in today, with a focus on creativity, problem-solving, and applied innovation.