about

Nicholas is a cinematographer and filmmaker based in Chicago. He studied Cinema & Media at the University of Chicago, beginning on 16mm film before transitioning to digital cinema. 

Informed by his background in film, he has shot both narrative and documentary features, shorts, and web content.

Contact at nicholas@merchantfilms.com 


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