Versatile in the arts, my titles vary across a multitude of industries as an “all around creative”.

Based (newly) out of LA and at (a mere) 27 years old, my vast areas of artistic experience, diverse positions and extensive background vary abundantly between creative, professional, and commercial roles. Well versed, I wear a lot of hats…(both literally and metaphorically speaking). Slovakian descendant, I was born and raised in the suburbs of a small farm-town located in southeast Pennsylvania. My stand-out talents in dance developed, grew, and became quickly noticed during my scholarly years. I won my middle school talent show in 8th grade, then was awarded scholarship admission to the award-winning Premiere Dance Studio in my junior year of high-school, then finally [most notably] receiving a scholarship in Dance to the critically acclaimed University of the Arts (“UArts”) as a freshman in community college (UArts alumnus Ryan Tuerk serving as my mentor). Ulitmaelty deciding not to attend the University of the Arts, my educational studies concluded in May of 2021 upon earning my Bachelor of Design via the College of Arts & Architecture from Penn State’s School of Visual Arts (SoVA) program. I graduated in the top six percentile of my class with Cum Laude academic honors distinction and a notable National Society of Leadership and Success [NSLS] membership. Penn State organization affiliations includes working as part of the Photography Staff Committee for VALLEY Magazine and joining the hip-hop dance team R.A.M. (Raw Aesthetic Movement) Squad.

In regards to dance, I’ve taught all over the east coast…bringing my unique style of Street Jazz to dancers of all ages/backgrounds/levels. This includes adult workshops (Flair Dance Company), youth summer intensives (Dance Fusion & Diana Alexis Dance Academy), and commercial-based masterclasses (Elements Dance Factory). During the NHL season I shared my radiant energy, positive persona, and team spirit with thousands of hockey fans as a rookie veteran captain on the Philadelphia Flyers “Ice Team”. Joining the team as the only male in 2021, my standout role/work/leadership granted me the title of the [first ever] male team captain during my third season in ‘23-’24. Our work as the Flyers entertainment troupe [consisting of ice skaters, dancers and cheerleaders] went beyond the Wells Fargo Center, volunteering for Flyers Charities, attending Flyers Beach Caravans, and appearing at Flyers Recess school assembly programs (see more here). Additionally, while with the organization, I diversified my experience in the entertainment industry along the way. Picking up contract work as Scare Actor with Six Flag’s “Fright Fest”, and Character Performing for the 2021 Electric Zoo: “Supernaturals” Aftermovie. Furthermore, I worked contract as a Social Media Video Editor for Tracy Anderson, a prolific/high-end fitness company and figure in the health + wellness industry. With hundreds of thousands of social media followers, my edits were viewed worldwide - reaching millions of views. Last but not least, I also worked as a Company Dancer/Party Motivator for New York City’s Total Entertainment (TE). Company highlights include: partying onstage next to rapper 50 Cent, summer water gun fights in the Hamptons, and cosplaying as a Storm Trooper at the Museum of Natural History.

Aside from entertainment, my laundry list of talent continues…

My photographic work behind the camera is also a distinct specialty of mine and has been be viewed in zines (Palette), as limited edition prints (Greying Ghost Press), and in exhibitions (Crayola Gallery). While living in Brooklyn during the pandemic, I worked as an App Curator for Seek, a mobile app scouring for the best NYC recommendations for niche interests. Additionally, whilst living in New York City I tapped into TFP modeling, eventually working my way into commercial modeling- freelancing for big name brands such as Wingstop, Rohto Eye Drops and CLEAN Cause. Smaller scale user generated content (UGC) for companies such as Suavecito [Pomade] and JuneShine’s ambassador program. My most notable achievement in commercial modeling is for boutique eyewear company HEYWEAR’s 2022 campaign. My image has been used on the company website, email announcements, Instagram posts, web ads, printed in zines, and famously plastered on the walls of the [bygone] HEYWEAR Flatiron District flagship store.

In the midst of all my freelance brand endeavors, there is but one name that sticks with me as an ongoing occupation for 2 years now: Pricklee Cactus Water. With the current title, Field Marketing Lead, I am in charge of company in-person field activations/events/partnerships such as BRIC: “Celebrate Brooklyn!” (NYC), 2023 Malibu Triathlon (CA), & Goldrush: “Sonora Skies” EDM Festival (AZ). My role doesn’t stop with field marketing- dabbling in departments such as brand relations & affiliations, campaigns, brand ambassador assist, social media, design and serving as a [literal] brand mascot. Find ‘Pricklee’ on the shelves of popular healthy-living chain Sprouts Farmers Market, select Whole Foods Market locations and on ABC’s, Shark Tank.

Prior to all of the eclectic artistic endeavors, a noteworthy feat in my retail employment includes my retail associate work at the Vans boutique store in Williamsburg, Brooklyn titled, “The General” by Vans. This upscale Vans store served celebrity clientele, offered water & coffee to guests, sold exclusive products and held pop-up events. Again, noteworthy, short-lived time, to say the least.

Nowadays, in my (seldom) free time you can find me in a tattoo parlor, at a concert or hunting for vintage clothing.

In a world where everyone is out to be a “somebody”, I thank you for stumbling upon mine.

N.L.