Category Archives: Nicole’s News Hot Sheet

Here you will find a quick listing of the latest news posts relating to the international Impressionist artist, author and poet M. Nicole van Dam.

Beautiful Work by a Beautiful Team

Last night’s Creativity Central was filled with wonderfully whimsical colors and also real treasure – the “treasure” are the happy smiles we all shared.  -But we can’t minimize the great work!  Carol’s beautiful sculptures from last week, like the mermaid … Continue reading

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“Exploring the Successful You” published! – 4th Book in SuperQuick™ series now available!

M. Nicole van Dam’s most recent book is “Exploring the Successful You,” a book Nicole initially wrote to accompany her speaking engagements on creativity, innovation and accomplishment. Nicole wrote this book, filled with smiles, insights and inspiration, to share hands … Continue reading

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Bank of America requests M. Nicole van Dam to Exhibit Artwork

Bank of America contacted Nicole recently asking her to once again display her art – and here are the photographs – the pieces currently exhibited at Bank of America include the ever-popular “Summer Afternoon,” “Cello Fantasy,” “Voting Booth,” “It’s Spring,” … Continue reading

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Creativity Central Goes Beneath the Sea Last Night!

Last night we had an incredibly creative time – and thanks to Allyson, even modern technology made an appearance!  Allyson shared images on her smart phone to help the group create more realistic sea images – and the results are … Continue reading

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Santa Barbara City Hall Exhibit Fun News

This morning I met wonderful, ever-patient and supportive (and excellent musician) Debbie at Santa Barbara’s beautiful and historic City Hall, and we added my “Lake of Dreams” and “Mission at Santa Barbara” artworks to join “Voting Booth” and “Summer Afternoon” … Continue reading

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Vegetable Garden Painting “Nature’s Kitchen”

My vegetable garden painting is done – I’ve named it “Nature’s Kitchen” in homage to my husband’s quip that when we harvest veggies for dinner we are going “grocery chopping.” It’s very similar to my garden – except maybe a … Continue reading

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Nicole’s Impressionist, Artsy, FUN rain boots and garden boots now for sale on Amazon!

Nicole’s rain boots and garden boots have been selling in shops and websites for a few months now – and Nicole just got word that these lovely boots are now also on Amazon. If you look at the Amazon site, … Continue reading

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We Created More Grocery Totes!

We had both new friends and old friends at our May Creativity Central – and we had a magical, peaceful time – along with a few laughs and even some impromptu dancing!  Here are some of the photos of the … Continue reading

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Gondolier of Venice

Gondolier of Venice was inspired by the romance of the waterways of Venice, Italy.   The water effects in this artwork were very important to me to get right and difficult to execute.  I wanted Gondolier of Venice to have an … Continue reading

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Bon Jour

Bon Jour was inspired by the romantic Eiffel Tower and cafes of Paris, France.   I wanted this artwork to have a soft, happy effect,and I also wanted it to be the sort of artwork that draws you in.  As you … Continue reading

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Summer Afternoon

Summer Afternoon Summer Afternoon was inspired by the warm, cheery sunny days of Summer.  In this artwork I wanted to give a nod to Van Gogh’s Sunflowers while at the same time working with a very sunny color palette.  Morning … Continue reading

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Bench at Giverny

Bench at Giverny This artwork honors the Impressionist master Monet and his lovely gardens at Giverny.  I wanted share my view not only of Monet’s gardens, but also of the vast waterway of creativity that Monet helped bring to life, … Continue reading

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High Spirits!

  High Spirits! I wanted High Spirits! to capture lively romance and delight.  High Spirits! features a wine bottle, two full, tempting glasses of red wine,  and roses.  I especially like the luminosity of the wine in the wine glasses … Continue reading

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Reading on the River Thales

Reading on the River Thales While this dreamy artwork may not look it, this artwork is a nod to Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus who was both the first to explain natural phenomenon  without reference to mythology, earning him the … Continue reading

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Country Rose

Country Rose Country Rose is actually the first work in which I experimented with making my signature a more integral part of the design – in fact, this artwork was signed twice!  In creating Country Rose, I was expressing my … Continue reading

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I Love You Mom

I Love You Mom This work “I Love You Mom” is also known as “Mere et Filles” and was inspired by my Mother, who mentioned to me she had seen an interesting artwork featuring floating bubbles.  I decided to surprise … Continue reading

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It’s Spring

  It’s Spring This artwork was inspired by the joy and passion of Spring.  My goal was to make It’s Spring feel abundantly bursting forth happiness and cheer.  It’s Spring was created in 1999 and is a part of my … Continue reading

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Lake of Dreams

  Lake of Dreams This artwork Lake of Dreams is also known as “Le Lac de Reves” and is one of my favorites.  Inspired by quiet water features and the magical havens they create, as well as the lovely Mediterranean … Continue reading

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Music and Roses

Music and Roses was inspired by my love of music, of writing lyrics, and the irresistible romantic blend of music and song.  I wanted this to be a simple yet elegant artwork. Available in Limited Edition prints and more, available … Continue reading

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Vino!

Vino! Vino was intended to be a combination of refined and fun.   I wanted to create a lovely artwork for the wine lover, with my Impressionist flair.  I love that it’s a little ‘tipsy!’ If you are interested in purchasing … Continue reading

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