Kevin Kirkwood recently sat down with Savannah-based artist and designer Nikole Nelson.
Nikole Nelson is the founder of BLKCORAL, an interdisciplinary studio renowned for crafting immersive, thought-provoking environments that bridge fine art, interior architecture, and set design. A SCAD graduate, she has collaborated with premier global brands including Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Coach, and NBC Universal. In 2022, she debuted her Botanical Collection as an Artist in Residence at SCAD Lacoste in France.
Nelson's practice is rooted in transforming organic elements and conceptual environments into experiences that invite a deeper connection to space and the natural world.
In this conversation, Nikole reflects on her journey from Hawaii to New York and Miami, and how each place shaped her creative voice. She also speaks to the mentors who recognized her potential early on, and what she hopes people feel when they first encounter her work.
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