Nathaniel is an artist at heart, seeing creativity and beauty in everything around him – including the people he works with every day.
He brings passion to his work, helping individuals grow through education and career development, with a particular focus on the Opening Doors program. Whether he’s supporting someone on their journey or capturing life through the lens of a camera, Nathaniel believes in the power of perspective. He embraces every challenge with a creative spirit. Though, as an Aquarius photographer, he dreaded picking just one picture for this profile.
“I am a creative in my spare time. I design and craft custom furniture from wood and found materials, I have a passion for nature and photography, and I love to paint.”
“How about a piece of art? Les Elephants by Salvador Dali is a piece of art I have spent endless hours of my life staring at. To me, it symbolizes the journeys that souls take through the universe and how single interactions have the power to change lives and alter the course of the universe.”
“If I could master one skill, it would be the ability to read minds, and I would use it specifically at CFP to communicate with Frank so that everyone else could know what he’s thinking at all times.”
“I draw strength from my family. My mom always told me that in life, I don’t make good decisions when I am hungry, angry, or tired. With that advice, I eat, I meditate, and I sleep. I’ve learned that the simple fact that we exist is a miracle, and that as long as I do my best, I can feel proud of myself.”
Email: nsmith@centerforpeople.org
