Hi, I'm Nicholas Holman.
I paint the feelings we can’t always name
through color, place, and a little bit of magic.
Hi, I’m Nicholas!
I’m Nicholas Holman, a full-time artist who creates work that’s often described as colorful, whimsical, surreal, and a little magical. My paintings blend elements of nature, dreamlike imagery, and bold color to capture feelings we don’t always have words for.
I love working across many mediums: gouache, watercolor, acrylic, oil, and illustration because experimenting keeps my creativity fresh and evolving. I’m especially known for playful projects like my “eggs on things” series and collections that explore unique color palettes, such as my all-pink works.
For me, art is about more than just the final piece - it’s about connection and storytelling.Â
Looking ahead, I’m excited to create a course that goes beyond teaching technique. I want to share not only how I use paint and illustration, but also how I approach creativity, color, and imagination, encouraging others to explore their own voice and embrace a sense of play in their art.
What My Students Say About Me:
Julie
Learning with Nick makes me feel so good at the end. As a bad drawer at baseline, his step-by-step breakdowns are done in ways every human can understand and achieve. Whatever downtime I have, the best way to spend time with Nick and I always leave feeling inspired.
David
Taking a class with Nicholas was such a wonderful experience! Nicholas had all materials ready and the studio space encouraged creativity! His instructions were easy to follow and he was eager to help and give gentle suggestions. Nicholas is a phenomenal teacher!
Mary
I signed up for class with no confidence that I'd be able to tackle watercolor, and ended with a piece of artwork I'm genuinely proud of. Nicholas has an incredible gift for translating his talent into clear instruction. I couldn’t recommend his classes more!!
What You Will Learn:
Paint Confidently
You’ll build strong watercolor foundations, mastering brushes, watercolors, and essential techniques that make painting feel natural and effortless.
Understand Color Clearly
You’ll learn how colors interact, mix, and harmonize so you can create balanced, expressive paintings with
confidence and intention.
See & Shape Like an Artist
You’ll train your eye to observe light, shadow, and form, helping you translate what you see into clear, realistic, and lively watercolor studies.
Let's Connect!
If you have any questions, I'm here for you :)
Simply add your details in the form and send your message. You can also send me an email at: [email protected]
