John

Nakatsu

Branding, Motion, Photography

John

Nakatsu

Branding, Motion, Photography

I am a visual designer, motion creator, and photographer with more than a decade of experience behind a camera. Over the years I have developed a keen eye for color, composition and storytelling that has helped me succeed as a designer. No matter what I am creating, I always strive to delight.

johnnakatsu.com
jbnakatsu@gmail.com

King Donuts

Art Direction, Branding, Motion

In 2019, King Donuts—a beloved teriyaki, donut, and laundromat, welcomed new owners. With a primary focus on quality donuts, how might we retain the original charm and character of this local icon while refreshing and revitalizing the brand for a new generation?

Bittyfish Sushi

Art Direction, Branding, Layout

With little more than a name and logo previously established, Bittyfish Sushi faced a tight deadline before their grand opening. Drawing inspiration from the natural elements of the interior, I established a cohesive brand identity and created a website, menus, photography, and illustrations.

Motion Design Demo Reel

Art Direction, Illustration, Motion

Over the past year I have become captivated by motion design and have utilized every opportunity to refine my abilities. This demo reel is a short compilation demonstrating some of the techniques I have explored including character rigging, video effects, and frame-by-frame animation.