King Kong Invades the Beehive in Wellington 

As a Napier artist, born in Christchurch, Nicholas has been influenced by his grandmother, also a painter.

Nicholas's art is unique and incorporates very strong themes in his work, allowing his interests to influence his art.

This has been evident in his more recent works, in which tourism, native birds and the film industry often feature. Nicholas's iconic oil painting 'King Kong Invades the Beehive in Wellington' has been hired by a member of the “Shortland Street” crew, in which his humorous side surfaces.

A selection of Nicholas' NZ native bird paintings - one of his favorite themes

Some other favorite themes: boats, current event, sports and Dr Who

Recent Exhibition History:

• 2005 - First solo exhibition at Mosaic entitled, “The Best of Big N”.
• 2007 – Contributing artist for “The Real Art by Real People' exhibition, Hastings Community Art Centre.