Nicole Simmons
@nicolesimmonsart.bsky.social
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I walked into my studio to grab something today and happened to look at what I worked on last night and went 😲😲🤩🤩🤩. My inner Steve Urkel came out—“Did I do thaaaatt??” Lolol
It’s a work in progress still but I’m loving it so far.
#art #workinprogress #painting #oils #landscape
It’s a work in progress still but I’m loving it so far.
#art #workinprogress #painting #oils #landscape
November 18, 2025 at 9:24 PM
I walked into my studio to grab something today and happened to look at what I worked on last night and went 😲😲🤩🤩🤩. My inner Steve Urkel came out—“Did I do thaaaatt??” Lolol
It’s a work in progress still but I’m loving it so far.
#art #workinprogress #painting #oils #landscape
It’s a work in progress still but I’m loving it so far.
#art #workinprogress #painting #oils #landscape
Painted tonight, but it’s nowhere near done, so instead here’s a piece I did in 2024 called Frosty Twilight (16”x20” mixed media). I went through a whole birches phase and this was part of that series.
Anyhoooo….who’s ready for Monday?! I’m not! Lol #art #painting #mixedmedia #sundayscaries
Anyhoooo….who’s ready for Monday?! I’m not! Lol #art #painting #mixedmedia #sundayscaries
November 17, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Painted tonight, but it’s nowhere near done, so instead here’s a piece I did in 2024 called Frosty Twilight (16”x20” mixed media). I went through a whole birches phase and this was part of that series.
Anyhoooo….who’s ready for Monday?! I’m not! Lol #art #painting #mixedmedia #sundayscaries
Anyhoooo….who’s ready for Monday?! I’m not! Lol #art #painting #mixedmedia #sundayscaries
This is the loosest I’ve ever sketched. I usually have a very antagonistic relationship with my sketchbook so I was surprised when I wanted to get it out tonight instead of painting. Apparently I just had some shit to work out 🤷🏾♀️
#sketchbook #abstract #portrait #art #blueskyart
#sketchbook #abstract #portrait #art #blueskyart
November 3, 2025 at 3:42 AM
This is the loosest I’ve ever sketched. I usually have a very antagonistic relationship with my sketchbook so I was surprised when I wanted to get it out tonight instead of painting. Apparently I just had some shit to work out 🤷🏾♀️
#sketchbook #abstract #portrait #art #blueskyart
#sketchbook #abstract #portrait #art #blueskyart
November 3, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Reposted by Nicole Simmons
SNAP isn't about "people who don't work." It's about people who don't get paid enough to live.
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
October 27, 2025 at 12:48 AM
SNAP isn't about "people who don't work." It's about people who don't get paid enough to live.
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
Committed to doing a solo show next year at a local studio. June-July…now to get consistent with my painting practice. I already have some pieces lined up. 👏🏾
October 26, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Committed to doing a solo show next year at a local studio. June-July…now to get consistent with my painting practice. I already have some pieces lined up. 👏🏾
It’s been awhile, I know. But this fall I’ve committed to doing some more creative endeavors (writing, painting, pottery…). I’ll be excited to share as the season goes by #creative #fallvibes
September 7, 2025 at 8:01 PM
It’s been awhile, I know. But this fall I’ve committed to doing some more creative endeavors (writing, painting, pottery…). I’ll be excited to share as the season goes by #creative #fallvibes
It’s been a minute since I’ve posted anything. This summer has been filled with pottery classes, reading, and fitness adventures. Nothing like summer to branch out do something new. Here’s a picture of one of my pottery creations after bisque firing. Glazing is up next! #pottery #blueskyart
July 27, 2025 at 11:41 PM
It’s been a minute since I’ve posted anything. This summer has been filled with pottery classes, reading, and fitness adventures. Nothing like summer to branch out do something new. Here’s a picture of one of my pottery creations after bisque firing. Glazing is up next! #pottery #blueskyart
Reposted by Nicole Simmons
If you haven’t seen a bumblebee butt today…☺️
July 3, 2025 at 7:32 PM
If you haven’t seen a bumblebee butt today…☺️
To anyone who is operating their own website…make sure you are looking at renewal dates and fees. Wix just moved my renewal date ahead 5 days without notifying me, charged me (I was going to cancel), and now I’m trying to get a refund. These folks are real sneaky out here.
July 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
To anyone who is operating their own website…make sure you are looking at renewal dates and fees. Wix just moved my renewal date ahead 5 days without notifying me, charged me (I was going to cancel), and now I’m trying to get a refund. These folks are real sneaky out here.
My new landing page is finally launched! Check it out www.nicolesimmonsart.com
#blueskyart #painting #abstract #art #acrylic #mixedmedia #nature
#blueskyart #painting #abstract #art #acrylic #mixedmedia #nature
Nicole Simmons Art LLC
Original artwork and reflections that invite you to slow down, feel more, and rediscover the beauty hiding in everyday moments.
www.nicolesimmonsart.com
July 1, 2025 at 9:51 PM
My new landing page is finally launched! Check it out www.nicolesimmonsart.com
#blueskyart #painting #abstract #art #acrylic #mixedmedia #nature
#blueskyart #painting #abstract #art #acrylic #mixedmedia #nature
Also here’s an adorable picture of my orange ham, Tibbers.
Happy #caturday!
#cats #catsofbluesky #feline #animals
Happy #caturday!
#cats #catsofbluesky #feline #animals
June 1, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Also here’s an adorable picture of my orange ham, Tibbers.
Happy #caturday!
#cats #catsofbluesky #feline #animals
Happy #caturday!
#cats #catsofbluesky #feline #animals
Started a Substack last night and decided to republish some posts from my (soon-to-be) old blog...including this one:
nicolesimmonsart.substack.com/p/13-ways-to...
#artists #blueskyartshow #painting #art #abstracts #artwork
nicolesimmonsart.substack.com/p/13-ways-to...
#artists #blueskyartshow #painting #art #abstracts #artwork
13 Ways to Support your Favorite Artist
Do you have an artist that you've been following or is in your life who you are looking to support?
nicolesimmonsart.substack.com
June 1, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Started a Substack last night and decided to republish some posts from my (soon-to-be) old blog...including this one:
nicolesimmonsart.substack.com/p/13-ways-to...
#artists #blueskyartshow #painting #art #abstracts #artwork
nicolesimmonsart.substack.com/p/13-ways-to...
#artists #blueskyartshow #painting #art #abstracts #artwork
Working on transitioning my website to a new platform and yowza. What a project this is becoming. But I think it'll be worth it.
May 31, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Working on transitioning my website to a new platform and yowza. What a project this is becoming. But I think it'll be worth it.
I know at some point I’m going to need/want to go back to more structured practice and representational work, but for now I just like the freedom of playing with color, brushstrokes, and value without having to worry about creating a specific subject.
#abstractart #painting #artist #blueskyart
#abstractart #painting #artist #blueskyart
May 30, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I know at some point I’m going to need/want to go back to more structured practice and representational work, but for now I just like the freedom of playing with color, brushstrokes, and value without having to worry about creating a specific subject.
#abstractart #painting #artist #blueskyart
#abstractart #painting #artist #blueskyart
Here are some “sketch” abstracts I did today. I kinda think they turned out cool. Especially the second one. #art #painting #creative #arte #happy #sketchbook #life #gallery #paint #contemporaryart #blueskyart
May 27, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Here are some “sketch” abstracts I did today. I kinda think they turned out cool. Especially the second one. #art #painting #creative #arte #happy #sketchbook #life #gallery #paint #contemporaryart #blueskyart
I also realized that I’ve been less than inspired to paint because my studio was a mess, so I took the plunge and cleaned it. I still need to downsize a bit, but at least I have floor space now 🥴
#art #artstudio
#art #artstudio
May 27, 2025 at 7:38 PM
I also realized that I’ve been less than inspired to paint because my studio was a mess, so I took the plunge and cleaned it. I still need to downsize a bit, but at least I have floor space now 🥴
#art #artstudio
#art #artstudio
Sorry I haven’t posted in awhile. I haven’t been painting really. I’ve been more focused on creative writing. But I went to the Artsfest this weekend and it was such an inspiration. It made me realize my taste in art has really changed. I really tire of the blendy-smoothy pieces.
May 27, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Sorry I haven’t posted in awhile. I haven’t been painting really. I’ve been more focused on creative writing. But I went to the Artsfest this weekend and it was such an inspiration. It made me realize my taste in art has really changed. I really tire of the blendy-smoothy pieces.
Interviewer: So, on a scale of 1-10 how “rebellious” would you rate yourself?
Me, interviewing for the rebellion: *leans in* well you know those tags on pillows that say do not cut? I cut them.
Interviewer: *Takes a moment to collect herself* So an 11?!
Me: *nods emphatically*
Me, interviewing for the rebellion: *leans in* well you know those tags on pillows that say do not cut? I cut them.
Interviewer: *Takes a moment to collect herself* So an 11?!
Me: *nods emphatically*
May 18, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Interviewer: So, on a scale of 1-10 how “rebellious” would you rate yourself?
Me, interviewing for the rebellion: *leans in* well you know those tags on pillows that say do not cut? I cut them.
Interviewer: *Takes a moment to collect herself* So an 11?!
Me: *nods emphatically*
Me, interviewing for the rebellion: *leans in* well you know those tags on pillows that say do not cut? I cut them.
Interviewer: *Takes a moment to collect herself* So an 11?!
Me: *nods emphatically*
Abstract 3 (Name TBD)
16"x20"
2025
Acrylic on canvas
#abstract #acrylic #art #painting #artist #blueskyart #artwork #blueskyartshow #abstractart
16"x20"
2025
Acrylic on canvas
#abstract #acrylic #art #painting #artist #blueskyart #artwork #blueskyartshow #abstractart
May 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Abstract 3 (Name TBD)
16"x20"
2025
Acrylic on canvas
#abstract #acrylic #art #painting #artist #blueskyart #artwork #blueskyartshow #abstractart
16"x20"
2025
Acrylic on canvas
#abstract #acrylic #art #painting #artist #blueskyart #artwork #blueskyartshow #abstractart
"Gaining Clarity"
2024
12"x12"
Mixed media on canvas
This piece has a lot of texture in it and was created after several meditation sessions. I wanted to see the difference a clear mind would make.
#abstractart #art #blueskysartshow #artist #acrylic #mixedmedia #painting
2024
12"x12"
Mixed media on canvas
This piece has a lot of texture in it and was created after several meditation sessions. I wanted to see the difference a clear mind would make.
#abstractart #art #blueskysartshow #artist #acrylic #mixedmedia #painting
May 5, 2025 at 5:26 PM
"Gaining Clarity"
2024
12"x12"
Mixed media on canvas
This piece has a lot of texture in it and was created after several meditation sessions. I wanted to see the difference a clear mind would make.
#abstractart #art #blueskysartshow #artist #acrylic #mixedmedia #painting
2024
12"x12"
Mixed media on canvas
This piece has a lot of texture in it and was created after several meditation sessions. I wanted to see the difference a clear mind would make.
#abstractart #art #blueskysartshow #artist #acrylic #mixedmedia #painting
A little something for the #blueskyartshow. I sold this painting last year, but sometimes I miss it 😅.
#dragonfly #art #painting #artist #acrylic #oilpainting #insects #animals #lotusflower
#dragonfly #art #painting #artist #acrylic #oilpainting #insects #animals #lotusflower
May 4, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A little something for the #blueskyartshow. I sold this painting last year, but sometimes I miss it 😅.
#dragonfly #art #painting #artist #acrylic #oilpainting #insects #animals #lotusflower
#dragonfly #art #painting #artist #acrylic #oilpainting #insects #animals #lotusflower
Another abstract this Saturday. Ready to get into the studio this afternoon 🩷
#art #abstract #acrylicpainting #painting #artist #blueskyart #abstractpainting
#art #abstract #acrylicpainting #painting #artist #blueskyart #abstractpainting
May 3, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Another abstract this Saturday. Ready to get into the studio this afternoon 🩷
#art #abstract #acrylicpainting #painting #artist #blueskyart #abstractpainting
#art #abstract #acrylicpainting #painting #artist #blueskyart #abstractpainting