Thomas Wilson in Atlanta, GA | Norfolk State University

Thomas Wilson

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Art is an extension of my personal connection to the human experience. While many feel what we do as a job is simply a means to an end, even in client commissioned work, my goal is to create these final products by relating them to my experience. My triumphs, failures and musings all bleed into my creative vision, allowing me to create a vivid and lasting impression on my works, audiences and clients. - Thomas A. Wilson A Virginia-grown country boy with a well-traveled set of parents, Thomas was exposed early on to many facets of culture that helped shape his view of the world. These experiences have helped to hone his photographic vision, providing commercial and editorial imagery to clients in the corporate and consumer realms from a unique perspective. Thomas began his professional career as a photojournalist for the Virginian Pilot its subsidiaries, as well as multimedia sports editor of the Spartan Echo newspaper at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. He holds a bachelor of science in mass communications with an emphasis in broadcasting earned in , as well as a master of arts in media management he received in . Thomas served as graduate assistant professor of digital photography and a Canon camera repair technician during his studies before moving to Atlanta in January of . As both a child of the technological age and a self-proclaimed geek, Thomas is always seeking out ways to further marry technical expertise with his vibrant yet minimalist style. Significant commissions range from exhibit and commercial imagery for Mitsubishi, the Microsoft Store and other large corporate clientele to small scale branding campaigns and editorial spreads for Atlanta boutique epitome and Vibe magazine. In addition to commissioned works, Thomas is an avid foodie and craft beer blogger. His work as Senior Production Editor for YouGottaEatThis includes product reviews, enticing product photography and under-development video web series. read more ...