The Art of Christie Nicklay
“Hovering Hummer” is a part of my watercolor bird series in which I’m testing the waters…literally.
“Monochrome Wren” was my first attempt at a “loose” watercolor painting. It was more difficult than I
From September 22, 2017 to January 7, 2018, I participated in a local exhibition at the Rochester Art Center. Homegrown is a s
“Barn Daisies” was created for a special exhibition held at the Rochester Art Center in Rochester, MN, the theme o
I love animals, especially the fox. They’re one of the most beautiful creatures on this planet.
Owls are such a beautiful bird with their mysterious eyes and ability to capture anyone’s attention. Owls are also one o
“Country Love” means so many things to different people. It makes me think of the simple things in life that we sh
Tranquility is the quality or state of being tranquil; a calmness; peacefulness; quiet; serenity.
Continuing on with my “botanical venture”… Lesson 2 was studying an acorn — the nut, its capule and the ma
When I think of simple pleasures, I think of the soothing sound of running water, or better yet, a water fall. “Crystal Fall
I’ve decided to turn over a new leaf — pardon the pun — by focusing my drawing and painting on botanical illustratio
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