A Brief Biography.I originally trained as a graphic artist, and then followed a different career path working in the media, travel and public relations. After time spent in both
London and
Paris, I returned to my creative roots, so to speak, and became involved with interior design, specialist painting effects and creating murals for clients in both the UK and overseas.I have taught at college level, with special needs and worked with private groups.
Now installed in the
Languedoc south west of France, I continue to create murals, specialist painting effects for walls and furniture, teach art both in classes and on painting holidays. I also paint a variety of subjects to commission, including pets and houses and I am accomplished in a variety of media and styles including portraiture.
Teaching via the internet on various platforms for over
10 years has brought me over
44,000 students from around the world and
30,000 subscribers to my
YouTube channel. I now have my own online painting school on the Zenler platform called
Painting with Nicola. I have had work featured in Country Living magazine and on BBC Radio 4 and Central TV in the UK