b: 1981, New Haven CTAfter attending Paier College of Art in Hamden, CT Nick began his training in classical oil painting techniques while also completing an apprenticeship to become a tattoo artist. He has pursued both passions since 2000, and after moving to Austin in 2008 he became a member of the International Guild of Realism and has been a finalist in the Art Renewal Center's annual international salon numerous times. Nick continues his work as a classical realism oil painter and tattooist, having shown locally at Davis Gallery and participating in both the East and West Austin Studio Tours. He translates his love of the outdoors into plein air landscapes of the local surroundings, and his fascination of form and symbolism into thought provoking still lifes.