Art connects us, to our environment, our communities, and to each other.

Each of us comes to art differently: to create, appreciate or both. I'd been an appreciator for decades, while yearning to create. Just a simple, sincere bit of encouragement pushed me to my first adult painting class and I have not looked back.

The work that captures me is based on the visual energy of layered color interacting with texture, beckoning the viewer to come closer and deconstruct. How many times have I been asked to "please step back" from a piece by gallery or museum staff? I most love art that forces you to linger and discover. I strive to create pieces that draw the viewer in for a good, long stay. My inspirations include many greats as Diebenkorn, Hoffmann and Gaudi.

Many painters say they ‘lose time’ in their art and my experience of this is constant. Art offers a transformative way of perceiving our environment, and my observations and work then inform each other.

The creation of art is like driving at night, you often cannot see your destination, but your headlights will get you there; Trust the Process.There is no greater excitement than creating that which you never knew you could.

I've had the privilege to be raised by extremely creative parents, who've taken their talents of painting, writing, and filmmaking, to professional, acclaimed levels. This environment of constant creativity nourishes the soul and has been invaluable.

Nicole Wakeman

Thank you for experiencing my work. If you'd like updates of shows and new work, please join my mailing list on that page.

In addition to the works shown, I offer custom commission pieces. Please inquire about a consultation via the contact page.