Biography

Victor Atkins is a multi-talented artist based in Nashville, TN, with a diverse range of skills and achievements. As a writer, director, editor, painter, and sculptor, Victor has demonstrated his creativity and expertise across various artistic disciplines.

Initially, he established his artistic presence in the vibrant city of New York, specifically in SoHo, Manhattan. Atkins flourished as a prominent artist in this bustling metropolis, with his exceptional work being showcased and represented by esteemed institutions such as the Aldrich Museum and the Louis Meisel Gallery.

As a filmmaker, is non-narrative short film, "The Mirror Found, The Magnet Lost," showcased his distinct vision and artistic prowess, earning him the prestigious 1st prize for experimental video at the Suffolk County Film Festival in NY, back in 1989.

In the face of the pandemic's difficulties, Atkins rediscovered his love for filmmaking. Amidst these challenges, he embarked on a creative journey, co-scripting, directing, and editing his remarkable short film, "Landing." This extraordinary work garnered widespread recognition, earning Atkins several prestigious awards at various film festivals in 2022.

Best Experimental Short Film: East Coast Awards Festival Best First Time Director: 8 & Halfilm Awards Best Low Budget Indie Film: The Top Film Awards Best Short Film: Reale Film Festival Best Short Film: Night of Drama Shorts Silver Award - Director: MIlan Gold Awards Silver Award: Drama: New York Movie Awards Honorable Mention: Night of Dramatic Shorts Honorable Mention: International Gold Awards Semi Finalist: Austin Arthouse Festival Semi Finalist: San Francisco Arthouse Festival Semi Finalist: Vancouver Movie Awards

Additionally "Landing" won the following awards:

Finalist, Best Short Drama: Skia International Film Festival Semi finalist, Best First Time Short Director: Berlin Shorts Award Semi finalist, Experimental Shorts: London Indie Short Festival.

Atkins's second film, titled "The Market," made its debut in 2023 and has since garnered significant acclaim. Since its release, the film has triumphed as the recipient of the prestigious First Place award in multiple film festivals throughout the year. The recognition and accolades received by "The Market" in 2023 stand as a testament to the film's exceptional quality and Atkins's prowess as a filmmaker.

Best Short Film: Frida Film Festival Best Original Story: Frida Film Festival Best American Director: Frida Film Festival Best Indie Filmmaker: Los Angeles Film Awards Best American Short Film: Rome Movie Awards Best Indie Short Film: Naples Film Awards Best Narrative Short: 8 & Halfilm Awards Best Editing: 8 & Halfilm Awards Best Actress: London Movie Awards Gold Award, Short Film: Florence Film Awards Gold Award, Drama: Paris Film Awards Best Director: New York International Film Awards Best Indie Narrative Short (low budget): New York Neorealism Film Awards Best Indie Narrative Short (low budget): Naples Film Awards Best Drama Short: East Coast Movie Awards Best Indie Narrative Short (low budget): Top Film Awards Best Actress: Top Film Awards Best Actress: London Movie award

Additionally "The Market" won the following awards: Finalist, Best Short film: Denver Monthly Film Awards Finalist, Best Director: Denver Monthly Film Awards Finalist, Best Actress: Denver Monthly Film Awards Finalist, Best Actress: New York International Film Awards Nominee, Best International Short Film: Swedish International Film Festival Nominee, Best Short Drama - North America, Best Movie Director, and Best Film Editing: Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival Honorable Mention: Best Short Film: Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival Honorable Mention, Best Director: Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival Honorable Mention, Best Actor: Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival

Furthermore, he undertook the task of writing scripts for two noteworthy feature films. The first one, titled "The Life and Times of Isaac Whitefield," was completed in 2021, while the second film, "Trail Runner," was crafted in 2022-23. These cinematic projects are presently undergoing the developmental phase.

- IMDb mini biography by: Victor B Atkins