My Art

Nicholas is a Bloomington, Indiana-based artist who creates mixed-media paintings that explore themes of modern overconsumption and its impact on society and the environment. His work utilizes bold colors, rich textures, and energetic mark-making to express the tension between order and chaos. Uniquely, he incorporates found and donated materials into his pieces, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and community engagement.

His abstract expressionist artwork is deeply intertwined with spirit and essence. The characteristics of his artwork—straight lines, right angles, recognizable shapes, bold strokes, and chaotic forms—reflect his personality and values: spirituality, openness, curiosity, freedom, community, and generosity.

Straight Lines and Chaos

His life, like his artwork, is filled with contrasts. Drawn to both order and structure and chaos and creativity, his artwork captures this duality, juxtaposing the straight lines of streets and buildings with chaotic forms inspired by the vibrant energy of Mother Nature.

Openness and Self-Expression

He embraces openness and self-expression, both in his life and in his artwork. This spirit of openness is fundamental to his work.

Freedom and Community

He values both individual freedom and community connection. He seeks out spaces where people can pursue their own paths while also coming together to support and celebrate one another. This commitment to freedom and community is reflected in his artwork, which is both deeply personal and universally resonant.

Generosity

His commitment to creating artwork with donated and found materials has fostered a spirit of community and generosity. Through this practice, he seeks to create work that is both beautiful and meaningful.