Growing up in Provo, Utah, Seth's childhood activities included collecting scary looking insects from the southern Utah desert. With a cinematographer father, he grew up around film sets and was inspired to make images himself. Seth's versatile style includes portraits, still life, and interiors, all with unexpected twists that convey whimsical and compelling stories. His clients include Johnson & Johnson and Anthology Magazine. Seth's hobby is making wood cutting boards. Since photography is so technical, simply working with a natural material is a relaxing change of pace.

Question and Answer with Seth Smoot:

Trend you miss: I grew up in the 80's. I feel like everything I grew up with is back, or has been redone several times over...for better or worse.

Influential movie: I always loved Bonnie & Clyde. They had some serious attitude.

Motto: Know your influences but don't let them rule you.

Prized Possession: My family

On the nightstand: The Great Gatsby and a lamp that's not plugged in