Nathan Gentry

Woodruff, SC

Born and raised in Woodruff, SC, I am an outdoor enthusiast who loves to hunt and fish. Like my grandfather, I find solace in the woods. I am also a triple varsity letterman in football, baseball, and bass fishing. For as long as I can remember, I have lived with an anxiety disorder. I often feel overwhelmed by the smallest details, the way a seemingly insignificant moment can snowball into a storm in my head. While anxiety makes life challenging, it's also become a defining part of who I am and how I approach my creativity. Drawing has always been my sanctuary. Whenever I pick up a pencil or a brush, the noise in my mind begins to quiet. The act of creating something on a blank canvas allows me to channel my anxious energy into shapes, lines, and colors. Every stroke feels like a step toward reclaiming control. This process mirrors how I've come to live with my anxiety, learning to navigate its unpredictability while finding beauty in moments of peace.