Nicole is currently creating a limited # series of Koi Fish, or “swimming jewels” on canvas, as well as furniture, bar and table tops, and murals. For more information on how to commission a canvas painting, mural or bar/table top contact Nicole at (206)510-3421

mailing address: 10002 Aurora Ave N. #516

                           Seattle, WA 98103

Phone number:   (206)510-3421

  Available for Live Performances

 

 

Gwen Williams, Emily Lauderback,  Steve Gilberto:  Greenwood Chamber of Commerce President , Mayor Greg Nickles with painting “Together We Can” by Nicole Stremlow Monahan, Nicole Stremlow Monahan,  and Amy Woidtke

Bio/artist statement

I have been creating art since I was a little girl. My mother encouraged me to do art anywhere, anytime. I created my first mural when I was 7 years old of Picasso’s The Clown. It covered my entire bedroom wall. I was also encouraged by my father in his woodworking shop. We spent hours experimenting ideas. I continued my passion in college at the University Of Illinios where I earned a BFA in Industrial Design. After College, I moved out to the great Northwest and worked as an Architect for various places and created art after hours. In 1999 I painted my first public, professional mural at the Woodland Park Zoo and started doing murals and portraits on commission for various residential projects as well as teaching painting and doing artwork for clients on commission. 

Recently I have started a new series that is more fluid and loose than I have ever done. I am inspired in the moment by my feelings, the day, and music. The colors used are comforting and calm. This series of new paintings incorporate Koi fish which symbolize Independence, strength, and positive change. The numbers represent classic time. Now is the time for change on so many levels. I believe a piece of art is a reflection of the artist’s soul. The meaning, is a reflection of the viewer. I want my art to evoke something in the viewer so that the meaning is not exactly clear. So that the viewer can think about what they see and come to their own theory.

 

2′x2′ Dream of Change

 

Detail of a Table

30″x48″ My Way

 

 Table, “Means To An End”

 30″x48″ Plan For A Change