Nathan Bussard (B. 1995, Maryland) is a ceramic artist currently based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Through an autobiographical lens,his work explores the intricate intersectionality of the human experience centered on queerness, sexuality, spiritually, and symbolism. His current work uses nature, symbolism, pattern, and functional form to reflect autobiographical moments of change, growth, and catalytic shifts within my story as an investigation of the complexities that exist in our human selves.

His work has been exhibited nationally with Bunker Projects (Pittsburgh, PA) Chautauqua Institution Bridge Gallery (Chautauqua, NY), Radiant Hall (Pittsburgh, PA), Pittsburgh Ballet (Pittsburgh, PA), ProjectArt (Virtual), and Evangel University (Springfield MO). Nathan carries a B.A degree from Evangel University in English and Art, a Masters of Arts and Cultural Management from the University of Bologna, and a Masters of Arts Management from Carnegie Mellon University.

When he is not in the studio, Nathan is an arts manager and creative business consultant with over 10 years of experience. Currently working as the Associate Director of Consulting Services for Benvenuti Arts, Nathan provides fundraising and non-profit management support to small and mighty art nonprofits across the country. Nathan also provides dynamic consulting and business support of creative businesses and artists to help their business and creative practices thrive.