March 2014

Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir, NC, Features Works by Ward H. Nichols

The Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir, NC, will present The Realism of Ward Nichols, featuring oil paintings by North Wilkesboro, NC, artist Ward H. Nichols, on view from Mar. 7 - 28, 2014. A reception will be held on Mar. 7, from 5-7pm.

Ward Nichols (1930- ) was born in West Virginia. A self-taught artist, he painted his first oil painting on Christmas Day in 1943.

Nichols says, “Although the rural scene has attracted a great deal of my attention, I feel a variety of subjects is essential for growth. I appreciate the differences and the challenge presented by each. I find that an abstract nature, a strong pattern, contrasts in color or shape influence what I paint. Currently, I am involved in experiments in the use of light and have added additional colors to my palette. Documenting the structures of our rural heritage remain a goal, and the older barns, homes and out-buildings of this area are featured in this pursuit. I have chosen oil paint as my primary media because I feel it is most expressive, and is more adaptable for the detailed work I prefer, as well as having proven durable qualities.”

Ward Nichols is represented by Blue Spiral 1 in Asheville, NC.

The Caldwell Arts Council exhibits are supported by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Cultural Resources.

For further information check our NC Institutional Gallery listings, call the Arts Council at 828/754-2486 or visit (www.caldwellarts.com).

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