Degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, & Photography – Temple University’s Tyler School of Art & Architecture.
Signed Model & Content Creator
Since 2020, I’ve been a signed male model, currently represented by Deco Models in Miami.In 2024, I launched Nicholas Creates LLC — a digital marketing and social media business dedicated to helping brands grow and thrive online.
It's In My DNA
I come from a long line of Italian immigrant entrepreneurs who built their own legacies—from coal mining and diners to hotels, golf courses, and lumber mills. Hard work, resilience, and ambition are in my DNA, and I bring that same drive and creativity into everything I do. Growing up in the restaurant industry, I was pouring beers behind the bar at age 12 —the hustle lifestyle has always been second nature to me.
Manifestation, Adventure & Connection
I believe in the power of manifestation, purpose-driven action, & human connection.I embrace new experiences with confidence, curiosity, & a vision for what’s next. everything happens for a reason.
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Fav Drink: Coconut Water I Can't Live Without: My Yoga Mat Go-to Podcast: The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey Dream Travel Spot: Backpack Vietnam, Laos, & Thailand
Graduated with a degree in architecture, graphic design, & photography during COVID. Tried the 9-5, hated it. My creativity needed more, so I pivoted—picked up modeling & content creation, got signed, & never looked back. #designdegree #arch
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Didn’t tell a single soul I was going skydiving—just woke up, drove 6 hours to New York, & jumped out of a plane like it was casual. Life’s too short to overthink, so here’s me, free-falling into my next adventure. What’s next? Who knows, but I’m ready. #spontaneous #skydiveordie
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Soon, I won’t just be visiting, I’ll be an EU citizen. Studied abroad in Italy, fell in love with my roots, & now I’m making it official with dual citizenship through descent. This journey has been more than paperwork—it’s been about rediscovering my family history. #dualcitizenship #italianpossport
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At this point, it’s basically a tradition—go on a hike, find a stunning spot, & just… get naked. Something about being fully in nature, no distractions, no constraints, just me & the mountains. OH - I also don't wear shoes when I hike: 7 miles in the alpine zone of Montana is my record. #barefoothiking #getnaked
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Standing in front of Vogue now, but soon, I’ll be on the cover. I’ve been representing brands since 2020, signed as a model, & built a career around creating content—because I know what looks good, both in front of & behind the camera. #runwaymodel #signedmodel
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Never thought I’d be the person who wakes up early to do yoga in the mountains, but here we are. Meditation, energy work, and manifestation have become a huge part of my life, & honestly, I’ve never felt more in tune with myself. Something about this just clicks. #staypresent #spirituality #111
Started with a cross-country road trip from PA to CA… ended up stranded in an abandoned ghost town in Death Valley with a broken-down car. One tow truck, a lot of chaos, & somehow we spent a week in Vegas crashing with two bodybuilders... #travelblog #crosscountrytrip
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My first cross-country trip didn’t go as planned, so I was determined to finish it on my own. Spent four months living out of my car & now standing in a canyon in Utah, I’ve hit 44/50 states & nearly a quarter of all national parks. Best decision I ever made. #utahparks #solotravel
Good coffee, good music, & good lighting can fix almost anything
TikTok trends are basically modern-day prophecies – & I take them very seriously.
Energy is everything – what you put out comes back tenfold.
The universe is always conspiring in your favor – even when it feels like chaos.
We are all just stardust having a human experience – so why not make it fun?
Numbers & synchronicities are not coincidences 888
I believe:
My Story
Spiritual Awakening
What Makes me Happy?
I’ve explored 23 countries & 44 U.S. states—& I’m just getting started. By 2025, I aim to hit all 50 states and 30 countries, fueled by my passion for adventure & creativity.
Through volunteering, couchsurfing, & hostel living, I’ve embraced diverse cultures & honed leadership skills—whether it was caring for shelter dogs in Spain, managing an Airbnb in Switzerland, or designing art installations in Hungary.
I’ve completed two solo three-month road trips across the U.S., living out of my car, cooking roadside meals, & bathing in lakes. Even when my car broke down mid-journey, I refused to quit. As a barefoot hiking enthusiast, I’ve tackled 7-mile treks in Colorado, alpine storms, & Arizona’s scorching desert.
Pushing boundaries, thriving in the unknown, & embracing every experience—that’s where I find my strength.
Happiness for me comes from nature, creativity, & purpose. Hiking, meditation, & yoga keep me grounded, while crystal hunting & exploring mushrooms connect me to the magic of the natural world.
I’m passionate about biohacking & digital marketing, using them to optimize my work, enhance my life, & tap into my full potential. Manifestation & universal laws shape my reality & push me to grow both personally and professionally.
Being in front of the camera is one of my greatest joys—collaborating with brands & creating UGC allows me to channel my passion, confidence, & creativity. Whether it’s storytelling or content creation, I love bringing ideas to life.
For four years, I was trapped in a cycle of manipulation, gaslighting, & emotional chaos, losing my confidence and sense of self to a toxic relationship. My early 20s—meant for growth & self-discovery—were stolen, leaving me constantly fighting for my worth.
During that time, I spiraled into gambling addiction & financial ruin, facing evictions, car repossessions, maxed-out credit cards, & homelessness. I sold my car to fund my habits, lived out of hotels & a U-Haul, & at my lowest, asked strangers for gas money & begged the corner store to give me fried chicken. I even made a cardboard sign & tried to collect money on the highway.
Breaking free wasn’t just about leaving a person—it was about reclaiming myself. I had to confront my past, mend relationships, & redefine success on my own terms. The journey was painful, but it made me resilient, self-aware, & purpose-driven.
I share my story not as a badge of survival, but as proof that no matter how deep the hole, there is always a way out. Today, I create with intention, passion, & gratitude—knowing my past shaped me, but it doesn’t define me.
23 Countries & 44 US States
Current Reality & Future Manifestations
The last 10 months have completely transformed my life. After being evicted from my Philadelphia apartment, I finally broke free from a toxic, manipulative three-year relationship with my narcissistic ex-boyfriend—and his wife (yes, wife). With nowhere to go, I moved back in with my parents, feeling lost but determined to rebuild. Then, an unexpected opportunity came my way: helping an elderly woman in Richmond, Virginia downsize her 2,500-square-foot home and consolidate seven overflowing 10x20 storage units as she transitioned into senior living. Her house was packed with decades of clutter—Christmas decorations untouched for 11 years, an entire dining room swallowed by paperwork, and boxes of tax documents from the ‘90s stacked to the ceiling. She is a hoarder, fearful and stuck in the past, clinging to material possessions and worst-case scenarios.
I, on the other hand, am the complete opposite. I’m a minimalist, living fully in the present moment, valuing experiences over things. My entire life now fits into my car and a backpack—a stark contrast to my early 20s when I chased luxury brands, designer watches, and fast cars. But the stress of helping her declutter while managing her negativity pushed me to my limits. I often reached a breaking point, packed up my car, and disappeared for weeks at a time—camping, hiking, and road-tripping the East Coast to reset my mind. Amidst it all, I continued growing my content creation and social media business, balancing the chaos while building something entirely my own.
the present
The last four years have been filled with lessons, trauma, and transformation, and I know I need a full reset. Central America has been calling my spirit for years, and now, the moment has arrived. I’ve spent the last 10 months technically homeless, with no major bills beyond my car loan and credit card. This freedom allows me to backpack through Central America, diving into ancient cultures, plant medicine, and spirituality while fully embracing digital nomad life. I want to surf, hike volcanoes, explore nature, and create content that fuels my creativity and business. Along the way, I’ll volunteer at yoga retreats and homesteads, exchanging work for immersive experiences.
Beyond that, I’m keeping my future open. I may return to the U.S. and settle in Arizona or Miami, or I might move to Colombia or Costa Rica, find a roommate, and build a home. By next year, I’ll have Italian citizenship, giving me the freedom to leave the U.S. permanently and start fresh in another country. The system here is built to keep people sick and stuck, and I refuse to raise a family in it. But before I go, I have one last mission: visit all 50 states—with Alaska and Hawaii next on my list. My future is about freedom, adventure, and creating the life I was meant to live.
the future
Current Reality & Future Manifestations
The last 10 months have completely transformed my life. After being evicted from my Philadelphia apartment, I finally broke free from a toxic, manipulative three-year relationship with my narcissistic ex-boyfriend—and his wife (yes, wife). With nowhere to go, I moved back in with my parents, feeling lost but determined to rebuild. Then, an unexpected opportunity came my way: helping an elderly woman in Richmond, Virginia downsize her 2,500-square-foot home and consolidate seven overflowing 10x20 storage units as she transitioned into senior living. Her house was packed with decades of clutter—Christmas decorations untouched for 11 years, an entire dining room swallowed by paperwork, and boxes of tax documents from the ‘90s stacked to the ceiling. She is a hoarder, fearful and stuck in the past, clinging to material possessions and worst-case scenarios.
I, on the other hand, am the complete opposite. I’m a minimalist, living fully in the present moment, valuing experiences over things. My entire life now fits into my car and a backpack—a stark contrast to my early 20s when I chased luxury brands, designer watches, and fast cars. But the stress of helping her declutter while managing her negativity pushed me to my limits. I often reached a breaking point, packed up my car, and disappeared for weeks at a time—camping, hiking, and road-tripping the East Coast to reset my mind. Amidst it all, I continued growing my content creation and social media business, balancing the chaos while building something entirely my own.
the present
The last four years have been filled with lessons, trauma, and transformation, and I know I need a full reset. Central America has been calling my spirit for years, and now, the moment has arrived. I’ve spent the last 10 months technically homeless, with no major bills beyond my car loan and credit card. This freedom allows me to backpack through Central America, diving into ancient cultures, plant medicine, and spirituality while fully embracing digital nomad life. I want to surf, hike volcanoes, explore nature, and create content that fuels my creativity and business. Along the way, I’ll volunteer at yoga retreats and homesteads, exchanging work for immersive experiences.
Beyond that, I’m keeping my future open. I may return to the U.S. and settle in Arizona or Miami, or I might move to Colombia or Costa Rica, find a roommate, and build a home. By next year, I’ll have Italian citizenship, giving me the freedom to leave the U.S. permanently and start fresh in another country. The system here is built to keep people sick and stuck, and I refuse to raise a family in it. But before I go, I have one last mission: visit all 50 states—with Alaska and Hawaii next on my list. My future is about freedom, adventure, and creating the life I was meant to live.