Mr. Potter is a founding Member of The Piccolo Theatre: an ensemble theatre company with foundation in Commedia dell' Arte. Robert funds his creative endeavors as owner of  REP3.com a Photographic Art Studio that creates Theatrical Promotional Photographs for Press, Publicity, PR, Editorial & Advertising. Subjects include Dance, Art, Theatre, Fashion, and Film. Robert studied at Interlochen Arts Academy where he was trained in the visual art of photography, as well as theatrical improvisation. The European phase of Mr. Potters education started in 1976 with the European Tour of the jazz band Weather Report where he was lighting director. He later returned to England to study Photography and Shakespeare at Cambridge University, where he was awarded life membership to both the Cambridge University Photographic Society and Thespian Society. Mr. Potter studied under George Strimbu at Valparaiso University where he received the Bachelor of  Science in Fine Arts degree; graduating with honors and distinction.

Most recently Robert served the community on the Midwest board of directors of ASPP (the American Society of Picture Professionals). He is President emeritus of the Chicago Midwest chapter of American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) an ethics based International Trade Association, a member the (APA) Advertising Photographers of America and (EP) Editorial Photographers both non-profit trade organizations dedicated to the business of photography, and a member of the League of Chicago Theatres.

 

For ten years Mr. Potter coordinated the Lakeview Church of Christ volunteer group at the Inspiration Cafe (where respect and hope is served up to the homeless, along with a nutritious meal. The Cafe's mission is to foster independence and promote wellness among it's guests & staff). Five years running he was the head chief of the City of Westminster’s Thanksgiving Community meal.