My story

I am Nicole Olalla, owner of Petals and Wings Art Studio, a company that I created to share my love of art. I am committed to providing artwork at reasonable prices because I believe that art should be accessible to anyone.

I have been an artist my entire life, though have not until recently claimed the title for myself as my focus and time were committed to raising a family. A couple of years ago the simultaneous occurrences of my child maturing into adulthood and the beginning of the pandemic created the opportunity for my deep felt need to manifest art.

My background is in marketing and social communication, as well as the healing arts; currently I teach Avita yoga. I am inspired everyday by my family, my dogs, nature, art, my yoga students, my dear friends and the possibility of sharing my art with a wider audience.

My dream is to inspire and bring joy to your home or work space with color and whimsical design. Bold colors and beauty can make the world a better place, and we all can thrive more easily in an uplifting environment.

Over the years I have tried different mediums: encaustic, silver smithing, watercolor, collage, oils and acrylic paint. I am drawn to acrylic inks because their translucent quality allows me to build layers as I paint. During the layering process you never know what will evolve, allowing for magic to be part of the work which brings me great joy. Recently I discovered digital art and have been able to replicate a similar layering effect and experience the magic through this new technique: it is still fun and much less messy!

Elephants have been instrumental in my development as an artist. Much of my subject matter comes from the natural world, and when I am uncertain what next to paint, usually an elephant comes through to challenge and inspire me. Elephants have a special place in my heart, I feel compelled to let them manifest through my work. I am researching charities that support elephants, and am committed to donating part of the art sales proceeds to help these endangered animals continue their existence and influence on the planet. If you have suggestions for charities please contact me.