Started young. Locked in. Guitar in my lap, made it through Y2K, more speakers than I could count. Setting up a recording session circa 2001—long before YouTube tutorials, plenty of computer crashes, and definitely before I could drive. Just figuring it out and putting in the hours. A lot’s changed, but the drive to create has only amplified.

A person sitting at a cluttered desk with a computer and a guitar in the room.

A Journey of Creative Evolution

I'm Stephen Spurlock. For over 25 years, I’ve captured stories through the lens of a camera—directing, producing, and photographing in over 25+ countries. But my work has always been more than just about images and video. Today, I channel that same creative drive into the brands I’ve built: Trestle, NTL DTH, and soon, Doberman Shop.

My approach is rooted in a passion for simplicity and authenticity. Whether it's creating compelling visuals or designing handmade concrete objects, everything I do is about building something with purpose, something that lasts. It’s all part of the same journey of evolution—my personal and professional life intertwining, growing, and constantly pushing forward.

Man kneeling next to a Doberman dog on an outdoor grassy area with city buildings in the background.

Brands I’ve worked with

Marvel, Disney, Fox, ABC, Kohler, Bosch, Harley-Davidson, Royal Enfield, Trek Bicycle, Livewire, Roland Sands, Modelo, Korean Air, Porsche, Dodge, SRAM, Zipp, HBO, Travel Wyoming, Travel Mexico, Rishi Tea, Johnsonville Sausage, Dropbox, Venmo, Mercury Marine, Berkley, Lands’End, Heartland RV, Big Brother Big Sister, and Red Bull.

The Brands I’ve Built

  • At Trestle, we craft purposeful visual stories. As a full-service media house, we produce everything from brand videos to photo content, with a focus on high-impact, global storytelling.

    Visit Trestle

  • Concrete objects that stand the test of time. NTL DTH (Until Death) brings you handcrafted pieces that reflect strength, permanence, and purpose. From functional decor to bold design, every piece tells its own story.

    Check out NTL DTH

  • A place for Doberman lovers. The Doberman Shop is coming soon, where you’ll find products and art inspired by my loyal companion, Hinley, and the spirit of adventure that defines us.

What Drives Me

A man with sunglasses and a beard gesturing with his hands in an outdoor urban setting with city skyscrapers in the background.
Stand-up paddleboard with sail rigging floating in shallow clear water with a bright blue sky and distant shoreline
Two classic red cars with raised hoods inside a garage, with various posters and pictures on the wall behind them.
Dog with black and tan fur, sitting on a paddleboard on calm water, looking up.
A person and a dog standing on a dock by the water, with a bridge in the background and clear blue sky above.
A red classic convertible car parked on the street with a black dog sitting on its back, a green tree, a chain-link fence, and houses with trees in the background under a blue sky with white clouds.
A man walking on the side of a road with three horses in a field behind a fence, with mountains in the background.
A white pickup truck parked outside a large spherical structure with a dog figure standing on top of the truck.
Person riding a red motorcycle on a highway at sunset, wearing a black jacket, helmet, and backpack, waving with one hand.
A man standing on a large rock in a desert landscape with mountains in the background. He is wearing a black jacket, shorts, and sneakers, and is making a peace sign with his right hand. The image has a layered, artistic collage style with a smaller version of the man within a central rectangle, and the word "SOMETHIN" curved around the smaller image.
A black and tan dog lying on its side on green grass, playing with two yellow tennis balls.
A man with sunglasses, a cap, and a beard holds a walkie-talkie near a rigged camera setup mounted on a car, outdoors in bright sunlight.
A man playing an electric guitar on stage with black and white abstract background, stage lighting, and musical equipment around.
Man on a paddleboard holding a large fish with a lake and green trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

RECENT WORK
A man in cycling gear, wearing a helmet and sunglasses, standing next to a road bicycle on a dirt trail in a grassy, open landscape with a fence and cloudy sky in the background. The text 'Alex Howes' appears in the bottom right corner.
A person with long dreadlocks, wearing a hooded jacket, reaches out with their hand towards the camera, with a red background. Several bicycles are visible in the background.
A man standing with arms crossed in front of a brick wall, wearing sunglasses, a white T-shirt, and standing next to a vintage-style bicycle.
A cyclist wearing a blue Rapha team jersey, a white helmet with Red Bull branding, and glasses, is bent over in a racing position in a dimly lit environment.

Let’s Connect

If you’re interested in collaborating, chatting about creative projects, or just want to connect, I’d love to hear from you. Whether it's through Trestle, NTL DTH, or a personal conversation, don’t hesitate to reach out.

You can reach me via email, or find me on Instagram to follow along on my journey.