Selected Works
EYE WONDER / I WANDER
explores perception, sensory memory, and the space between reality and abstraction. Using acrylic paint, traditional brushes, and palette and drywall knives, Nicholas creates richly textured paintings that reward close observation.
Step closer.
What first appears abstract often begins in the real world.
LOOK CLOSELY
Abstract compositions derived from zoomed-in photographs of everyday environments, transforming reality into something entirely new.
WAKE UP
Visual interpretations of the fleeting, tapestry-like patterns experienced behind closed eyes during dream states.
MIND CHAOS
Layered textures and complex patterns that channel the active, chaotic energy of the brain.
HOT - n - FRESH
Fresh from the studio, these newly completed works capture Nicholas's latest ideas and creative explorations before they become part of a larger series.
VINTAGE
Earlier works that mark the evolution of Nicholas Pella's artistic voice. Offering a glimpse into the evolution of his artistic voice and how it continues to unfold.