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Fine Art Watercolors by Nicki Smith
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ARTIST’S STATEMENT
In my art, I attempt to celebrate the wonderful natural beauty that surrounds us, and the joy that life brings. Images of nature, beautiful settings and evocative moments that bring us to a thoughtful place are my subjects. My art has been influenced by running through the woods of the Northwest as a child, remembering the aroma of damp earth and the sight of lush greenery. The salt spray of the sea, the feel of the sun on my face, traveling to new environments and the beauty of nature are all inspirations.
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Contact the Artist for a free full color brochure at: Phone: 425-825-5545 Email:
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Biography Nicki Smith was born in Seattle, Washington and studied ballet with May Ann Wells starting at age 7. A Ford Foundation Scholarship led her to San Francisco where she performed with the San Francisco Ballet, Oakland Metropolitan Ballet and Santa Clara Ballet. Nick also taught ballet for several years in the Bay Area, produced and stage managed dance performances and choreographed for local ballet companies. An interest in the healing arts led to a career as a California Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, including several years as a State Subject Matter Expert developing the California acupuncturist licensing exam. From an early age and through her careers, Nicki was drawing, painting and taking art workshops.
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A treasured inspiration in junior high school was Miki Shuck. Nicki also studied with Catherine Anderson, Vesta Kirby, and Carolyn Griffin at the Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. She has shown her work at Black Hawk Gallery, Winsor Tomato Festival, Overlake Hospital, The Gardens at Town Square, The Kenmore Art Festival, EAFA 32nd Annual Open Exhibition, Volunteer Services Awards Exhibition, Service to Others - Art to Heart, Daniel Smith Art Gallery and is a juried member of the Park Lane Gallery in Kirkland. A former member of the California Watercolor Association, Nicki is a member of the Northwest Watercolor Society and serves as Program Chairwoman 2007-2008. She is also a member of the Eastside Association of Fine Arts and has served as manager of its largest public art venue. The artist currently resides in Kirkland, Washington.
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Fine Art Links:Kirkland Studio TourParklane Gallerywww.parklanegallery.com | Northwest Watercolor Society | Eastside Association of Fine Arts | | | |
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Kirkland Studio Tour-Studio #5 Mother's Day May 10-11, 2008 Gentle Surf Sold! Nicki Smith Watercolors are available for sale at Park Lane Gallery in Kirkland, WA or directly from the artist. Displayed paintings are all original watercolors by the artist on professional archival watercolor paper using the finest watercolor paints for quality and longevity. Giclee prints are available for some works. Contact the artist for specifics. Commissions accepted.
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