Learning To Mix UV Paint
Such an interesting medium to work with!
Artistic Direction Choreography Visual Art Costume/Scenic & Prop Design
One of my greatest passions in life is to create. Something I've learned through my experience as a working artist for over 25 years, is there are an infinite number of ways to create. Most people know me for my work as a dancer/choreographer/teacher/performer, but I've worn many hats behind the scenes on number of jobs I've done throughout my career.
Here is a glimpse of some of my creations over the years, Whether its collaborative, for stage, television, a gallery, or a personal passion project, it all satisfies the same drive to CREATE.
Fast forward to 1:20:30 to watch the live performance
MICHAEL JACKSON BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
I had the honor of being the Creative Director of MJ's annual birthday celebration which includes a live performance by the cast of Michael Jackson ONE (Cirque Du Soleil). Collaborating with the heads of the Michael Jackson Estate I lead and managed a team of Artists, Choreographers, Technical Departments, Wardrobe, Projections, Lighting, and Automation to make this one time performance come to life! What a dream come true to bring this vision to MJ's fans, friends, and family!
BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE MICHAEL JACKSON BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
My Latest Work
Beggar Boy Mat Painting
Various Cirque Du Soleil Projects
A Choreographer's Showcase by Cirque Du Soleil
iLuminate
Head Costume Designer/Scenic and Prop Designer for iLuminate on "America's Got Talent", iLuminate World Tour, and iLuminate "Artist of Light" off-broadway show runs.
Creative Process
America's Got Talent Performance
Other Various iLuminate Projects
iLuminate went on to do a world tour, set up multiple mini shows across the US at Six Flags parks, music videos, and TV.
Chris Brown Music Video
iLuminate teamed up with Chris Brown on multiple projects. For the music video "I Can Only Imagine" I was asked to design the costume for Chris.
Fine Art
Paintings, Drawings, Designs.
Oil, Mixed Medium on Canvas -John Nelson 2016
"As fire lights the wood it consumes, so the soul illuminates the body with consciousness" -Srimad Bhagavatam
Acrylic on canvas - John Nelson 2022
