Nat is a Colorado native who is passionate about the thriving art community in the state. He has over ten years experience as a master carpenter. He has translated his skills into being a pro art installer. He's a a graduate of Colorado Contemporary Music College and Colorado School of Lutherie.

He also is the founder of a non-profit in Denver called Tortuga Musician Services where he and a team of others offer free or at cost services to serve the Denver music scene.