27th October 2009

Nick's inaugural stand at the N.E.C. Dive 2009 exhibition was highly praised by both visitors and fellow exhibitors. The overwhelming response to Nick's ground-breaking techniques and exceptional pricing resulted in double figure sales of original artwork and commissions for new works as far afield as the USA. Buyers were attracted by the contemporary simplicity of the works, the tonal contrast between the black backgrounds and vivid colours of the fish producing a 3-D effect. Nick's team had to produce new signage to confirm all of the works were original paintings, as virtually everyone who approached the stand thought they must be a type of photo or print, they couldn't believe they could be that good! A few even refused to believe it until they touched the canvas themselves!

Besides the amazing compliments from viewers, a number of galleries have expressed an interest in offering Nick's paintings. For those un-able to purchase an original, the new range of Limited Edition, signed Oneill merchandise proved popular, particularly the ladies design featuring a V-neck and flattering shape.

19th October 2009

Nick's subjects and box canvases are particularly suited to yacht interiors. The prestigious and very popular magazine Motorboat & Yachting is currently running a feature on Nick's work in the News section of their web-site.