A man with dark hair and a beard, looking down, outdoors in a forested area with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Nevada M Smith

Photographer, artist, and composer based in the Reno/Tahoe area. Drawn to the making of things, the study of light and form, and the quiet pursuit of new ideas wherever they may lead.

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MORE THAN A PHOTOSHOOT.

I want to create photographs that look and feel like scenes from a film.

Cinematic lighting, beautiful locations, and a little drama. Something different from the traditional portrait session.

Whether it’s couples, individuals, or families, my goal is to create images that are timeless, artistic, and worth putting on your wall.

Now booking portrait sessions in Reno, Tahoe, and surrounding areas.

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A man with a beard wearing a baseball cap pouring beer from a tap into a glass in a bar or pub setting.
A bearded man wearing sunglasses, a beige hat, and a plaid shirt playing an acoustic guitar and pointing with his right hand, in a dimly lit room with shelves of CDs and posters.
Woman in a white sweatshirt with 'Venice' written on it, standing on a beach near the ocean, with the sea and sky in the background.
A woman with dark hair and tattoos on her arm, wearing a black top, a ballet-style earring, and a wide-brimmed hat, looking down while standing outdoors in a natural setting with tall grass or plants.
A young boy walking on a gravel trail with a wooden bridge in front of dense tall pine trees in a forest environment.
Dark green fern leaves with detailed leaf structure, set against a dark background.
A young boy wearing a plaid shirt, jeans, and a cowboy hat sitting at an outdoor picnic table with his hat pulled low over his face, looking away from a group of people who are gathered around a table in the background.
Two people sitting on rocks at the mountain top during sunset, with scenic view of mountains and water in the distance.
Close-up of a person singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar, wearing a denim vest with patches in a dark setting.
Dimly lit interior of a restaurant with brick walls, ornate chandeliers, and shelves with books. People are seated at tables, some in conversation. The overall ambiance is cozy and vintage.
A performer with blonde hair styled in loose curls, wearing dramatic makeup, a black glittery bodice with a red heart design, a large statement necklace, a tall black hat with embellishments, and fishnet stockings, dancing on stage with one arm raise
A man wearing a cowboy hat and plaid shirt riding a horse in an open field with mountains in the background during sunset.
Nighttime scene of a city street with bright neonlights, including a large red neon sign that spells 'RENO'. Cars are driving on the street with their taillights glowing, and there are string lights on the trees and buildings.
Bar with shelves filled with various bottles of alcohol in a dimly lit setting.
A person wearing a cowboy hat, plaid shirt, and jeans is working on a horse lying on the ground, while another person on horseback looks on, with mountains in the background.
A woman with braided hair and earrings is drinking a beverage through a straw and holding a bouquet of yellow flowers.
Various stainless steel jiggers and metal measuring tools arranged on a surface, with some objects in focus and others blurred in the background.
A woman with tattoos on her arm, wearing rings, and jewelry, resting her chin on her hand, in a natural outdoor setting.
A smiling man wearing glasses, a gray vest, and a red tie at a social gathering or party, holding a glass of wine in a dimly-lit environment with warm lighting.
Nighttime street scene with a group of people walking past a store with ice cream advertisements, and a sunset sky in the background.
A man with long hair, a beard, and tattoos on his arms, wearing a straw hat with a ribbon and a white shirt with red suspenders, is handling white disposable cups in a setting with a dark wooden counter, a small jar, and a blackboard sign that is par
Close-up of lime green flower buds on a dark background.
A rocky stream flowing through a forest with tall pine trees under a cloudy sky during daylight.
Vintage cars driving under a Neon Sign that reads "Welcome" with the subtitle "Biggest Little City in the World."
Group of six smiling people at an outdoor gathering, under colorful umbrellas, with one person wearing a flower lei and another wearing a large hat, all with their arms around each other.
A classic muscle car, possibly a Chevrolet Corvette, parked on a city street in front of a building. The car has a sleek, gray body with red interior visible through the windows, and badge details at the rear. The background features a large blue bil
A wooden treehouse with stairs, partially obscured by hanging Spanish moss, surrounded by dense trees and foliage.
Two young women sitting together indoors, one wearing a yellow top and a cap, the other with dreadlocks and earrings, both smiling and looking at a smartphone. There are plants and a brick wall in the background.
A calm river flowing through a lush, green forest with tall trees and moss hanging from the branches under a cloudy sky.
A woman holding a glass of orange-colored beverage in a social setting, wearing a white off-shoulder top and accessories, with dark hair styled in a bun and a blue patterned scarf around her neck.
A dark room with a chandelier and people sitting in the audience, looking towards the stage or screen.
Group of people on a mountain summit during sunset, with some sitting and others standing, eating and drinking, with a dog, rocks in the foreground, and a panoramic view of a valley below.
Dark stormy clouds over a rural landscape with mountains in the distance, power lines running through a field, and a water canal in the foreground.
A woman with long dark hair, tattoos, and piercings wearing a black dress and wide-brimmed hat, sitting outdoors in a field of dry grass.
A man wearing a western hat and a plaid shirt is sitting near a brick wall with stickers, next to a window. Part of a dark object is visible in the left foreground, and a black surface is in the lower part of the image.