Category Archives: New Nicole Artworks

Learn here about the new releases and artworks of international Impressionist artist, author and poet M. Nicole van Dam:

Flower Faeries

Flower Faeries is perhaps the first work in which I find what I consider to be my artistic nirvana, where my imagination was set free in color and less inhibited composition, far less fettered to the earthly ties of reality.  This … Continue reading

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Tea Time

Inspired by the enticing foods Nicole didn’t eat at an afternoon tea, Nicole went home and painted the breads and butter she had wished to eat, but hadn’t due to one of her many diets. Licensed internationally for glass plates, … Continue reading

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Country Cottage

Inspired by the thatched roof cozy cottages of the English countryside,with their adjacent farms and rose gardens, and the secret havens they create. Enjoy the bit of whimsy in the little black sheep grazing with his flock. All the artwork … Continue reading

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Dolphins at the Harbor

Dolphins at the HarborDolphins at the Harbor Dolphins at the Harbor was inspired by the both the dolphins I grew up (and even swam) with, and the picturesque harbor at Santa Barbara with its lovely dolphin statue by Bud Bottoms.  … Continue reading

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Rising Stallion

Inspired by the powerful majestic movement of the horse – these gentle giants are beautiful, romantic creatures. All the artwork you see here is available in Limited Edition prints and many household and wearable products, at Create.bz.

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Young Colt

Inspired by the exuberant, curious, playful innocence of the young colt, fresh as a Spring day. Nicole loves horses and all things equestrian. All the artwork you see here is available in Limited Edition prints and many household and wearable … Continue reading

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These Boots are Made for Walkin!

Fun News! There are now boots being offered for sale using my artwork! The artworks used on the boots below are Lake of Dreams, Flower Faeries, Voting Booth, Bon Jour, and It’s Spring. I’ve been so excited about this license, … Continue reading

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Rosie and Emma Plant a Seed™ Now Available on Amazon!

Rosie and Emma Plant a Seed™ is M. Nicole van Dam’s joyous and beautifully illustrated children’s book about a young girl Emma and her Leonberger dog Rosie, who find a mysterious seed and plant it. As the mysterious seed grows, … Continue reading

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Swan Duet

Swan Duet Inspired by the lifelong love between swan mates, and the heart created by their profiles when they meet.  I was so happy that this artwork was purchased by a home where true love dwelt!  The heart that the … Continue reading

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Fun Slide Show of Past and Current Exhibits, Press Clippings, Fun Unique Projects

Here is a slide show of some of the many exhibits, press clippings, community service, and fun one-of-a-kind projects for Impressionist artist’s M. Nicole van Dam’s artwork from recent years. Look at the lifesife baby elephant floats for Santa Barbara’s … Continue reading

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Slide Show of M. Nicole van Dam Exhibits, Press Clippings, Fun Projects, Community Service

Here is a slide show of some of the many exhibits, press clippings, community service, and fun one-of-a-kind projects for Impressionist artist’s M. Nicole van Dam’s artwork from recent years. Look at the lifesife baby elephant floats for Santa Barbara’s … Continue reading

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Golden Retriever Pup

Inspired by the jovial playful nature of the Golden Retriever breed. Who can resist a Golden Retriever pup? All the artwork you see here is available in Limited Edition prints and many household and wearable products, at Create.bz.

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Turning Trash into Treasure for Charity Auction

Often charities give me things to paint so that they can be auctioned off to support the charity. I’ve done all sorts of things – a violin, a mask, and now… an old beat up saddle! In order to work … Continue reading

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Moonlight

Following is a poem, entitled “Love’s Adventure,” which I paired below with the “Moon” painting.  This struck me as a fun combination.  “Love’s Adventure” is one of the poems in the “Tempo – The Rhythm & Rhyme of the Artist” book … Continue reading

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"Tempo – The Rhythm and Rhyme of the Artist" Released!

“Tempo – The Rhythm and Rhyme of the Artist” is on Amazon now! This unique book blends the art and poetry of M. Nicole van Dam in a way that is sometimes humorous, sometimes serious, and always engaging. It’s available … Continue reading

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Inca Dink, The Great Houndini – Full Color Paperback Books now Available!

So fun to announce that…drumroll… “Inca Dink, The Great Houndini” is now available in a cheery, full color paperback via Amazon, as well as for sale at traditional bookstores. HURRAY! In a previous post, I mentioned that “Inca Dink, The … Continue reading

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"M. Nicole van Dam, a Retrospective 2010" Available in Print Now! Hurray!

How fun to be able to share that the “M. Nicole van Dam, a Retrospective 2010” is available in print now. This full color coffee-table type book includes virtually all of the major artworks of Nicole to date, plus sketches, … Continue reading

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Functional Art – a Beautiful Answer to Economizing!

The Creative Process: I love to create, whether it is a subject that just occured to me, or a request from a client based on their specific needs.  Often what I create from my own thinking is later selected by … Continue reading

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Inca Dink, The Great Houndini Available for iPhone iPad iPod Touch!

You can now enjoy “Inca Dink, The Great Houndini, Magician in Training,” Nicole’s children’s book, on your iPhone, iPodTouch and iPad, narrated by both British voiceover superstar Dominic Byrne and by the author/illustrator M. Nicole van Dam. Inca Dink can be … Continue reading

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