Nicholas Coleman, b. 1978, Provo, Utah (United States)

Brought up in an artistic home, Coleman has been painting and drawing for as long as he can remember. Coleman has found much of his inspiration in his travels across North America, Canada, Europe and even into Africa. Hunting and fishing along the way his interest often include exploring hidden streams and valleys looking for signs of wildlife.  He gained an appreciation for the subtle details hidden in plain sight.  In his own words he wants to "preserve the heritage of the American West."  Coleman uses a traditional academic approach in his painting, never formally trained he looks to the masters of old to inspire and guide his own career.  His work definitely has a feel of realism as he strives to make each painting better than the next. There is a certain amount of spontaneity and a slight impressionistic feel to his paintings, that let the viewer participate in the work. Coleman endeavors to create a connection between his paintings and the observer by invoking a mood that the viewer can walk into. In Nicholas's words,"The work I am striving to produce, is a kind of preservation of a certain way of life. The West has always fascinated me. So many untold stories to tell!”