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Hi, I’m Gary Nolton, a professional photographer and filmmaker with over 25 years of experience. Directing, Editing and filming, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, creating striking images and compelling film content with beautiful lighting and creative problem-solving. I enjoy maintaining a mellow and respectful atmosphere on set while delivering high-quality footage quickly that offers plenty of editorial options.
I started my journey studying film in Los Angeles at the Art Center College of Design, then moved to Portland where I launched my own studio and eventually founded Limbo Films. These days, I focus on broadcast commercials, web content, corporate communications, and storytelling through documentary and narrative films. Working with iconic athletes and top brands has been a highlight of my career, and I look forward to every new project.
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Work Experience
Director/Cinematographer/Editor/Photographer at Limbo Films
January 1, 1998 - June 4, 2024Founded Limbo Films in 1998, focusing on shooting broadcast commercials, web content, and corporate communications. Worked with numerous ad agencies and clients nationwide, producing various commercial photography assignments and narrative films.
Director of Photography at Various Independent Films
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030Served as Director of Photography on several independent films including ‘CPR’, ‘9’, ‘The Divine’, ‘The Light’, ‘Legacy’, ‘The Punishing Business’, ‘Shave’ and ‘Adams Apples’.
Producer/Director/Editor at Self-Directed Documentaries
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030Produced, directed, and edited documentaries including ‘A-town’, ‘Evergreen for Kids’, and ‘From a Number to a Name’. Currently producing a documentary about Barbara Roberts, Oregon's first female Governor.
Director/Cinematographer/Editor/Photographer at Limbo Films
January 1, 1998 - June 7, 2024Founded Limbo Films in 1998 and focused on shooting broadcast commercials, web content, and corporate communications. Worked on a broad range of productions, excelling in creative problem solving, striking compositions, and lighting. Known for quick delivery and providing plentiful editorial footage options while fostering a mellow, collaborative set environment.
Director of Photography at Various Independent Films
January 1, 1982 - June 7, 2024Served as Director of Photography on multiple independent narrative films including titles like ‘CPR’, ‘9’, ‘The Divine’, ‘The Light’, ‘Legacy’, ‘The Punishing Business’, ‘Shave’, and ‘Adams Apples’. Also directed, produced, and edited short and feature-length films and reputable documentaries.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor / Photographer at Limbo Films
January 1, 1998 - June 1, 2024Founder and lead filmmaker at Limbo Films, focusing on shooting broadcast commercials, web content and corporate communications. Delivered creative problem solving, striking compositions, and beautiful lighting for a wide range of productions. Collaborated with numerous prestigious ad agencies and clients nationwide. Also served as Director of Photography and Editor on indie narrative films and documentaries. Managed on-set atmosphere to maintain a mellow, respectful environment while meeting fast-paced production demands.
Commercial Photographer at Self-employed / First Studio
January 1, 1982 - December 31, 1997Launched first studio in Portland, Oregon in 1982. Specialized in commercial photography assignments for clients nationwide which inspired the growth leading to Limbo Films. Developed deep expertise in creative image-making and client collaboration.
Director/Cinematographer/Editor/Photographer at Limbo Films
January 1, 1998 - PresentFounder and lead creative, concentrating on shooting broadcast commercials, web content, and corporate communications. Successfully collaborated with ad agencies and nationwide clients delivering high-quality film productions with creative problem-solving and beautiful lighting. Managed projects involving narrative and documentary films, including editing and directing.
Commercial Photographer at Self-employed Studio
December 31, 1998 - July 16, 2025Shot commercial photography assignments for clients nationwide building reputation and success that led to founding Limbo Films. Developed expertise in lighting, composition, and client collaboration while managing studio operations.
Founder/Owner at Limbo Films
January 1, 1998 - PresentLaunched and manages Limbo Films in 1998, directing, shooting, and editing broadcast commercials, web content, and corporate communications; known for fast turnaround, versatile footage, and a collaborative on-set environment.
Founder
January 1, 1998 - September 10, 2025Opened the first photography/film studio in Portland, Oregon, building a nationwide commercial photography practice before founding Limbo Films.
Photographer / Studio Owner at Gary Nolton Studio
December 31, 1998 - September 10, 2025Opened the first studio in Portland, Oregon and built a successful nationwide commercial photography practice.
Founder / Executive Producer at Limbo Films
January 1, 1998 - PresentLaunched Limbo Films in 1998 and concentrates on shooting broadcast commercials, web content and corporate communications.
Director / Editor at Six Nights
December 31, 2018 - September 10, 2025Completed own short narrative film 'Six Nights' (Fall 2018); accepted to over a dozen regional festivals.
Education
Studied Film at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000Film Study at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 1970 - December 31, 1981Film Studies at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 1970 - December 31, 1982Film Studies at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 1978 - December 31, 1982 at Art Center College of Design
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025 at Art Center College of Design
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Other
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