Nichole grew up in the woods of PA until she moved to Philadelphia and graduated Drexel University, studying Psychology and Fine Art. The intersection of the human spirit and the creative world is what keeps Nichole curious and inspired. After working as a psychological research assistant and instructing at Painting With a Twist on the weekends, she found a more meaningful use of her skills at The Phelps High School as their Art Teacher. With a deeper yearning for more outdoors involvement and alternative learning styles, CTA was everything she could’ve hoped for. When she’s not teaching art, she’s usually making it - ranging from large oil and acrylic paintings to fun little illustrations. She also has great interest in traveling, herbal teas, hiking with her cat, rock climbing and skiing!