Gary Nicholls
Artist - Storyteller
Portfolio
Gary Nicholls
Artist - Storyteller
Portfolio

My Artist Statement

The common phrase “think outside the box” misses the point—if a box exists, imagination remains confined. It is more likely that box actually represents the limits of your ability – the more you learn the bigger the box.

As a photographic artist, I push the boundaries of reality and imagination by fusing multiple images and elements into a single, cohesive work using the camera as my tool. I believe that combining disparate visual elements isn’t merely a technical exercise; it’s a powerful way to tell a story and communicate complex ideas.

Inspired by masters like Caravaggio and Vermeer, whose use of light in their work directs the viewer’s focus, and by Dali’s inspiration that if you can imagine it, you can create it, I strive to craft dreamlike, surreal works. My work explores the intersections between the familiar and the strange, merging elements from different times and places into unexpected compositions that only exist inside my mind. This fusion challenges conventional views of reality and fantasy, inviting you to step into a magical space that is my theatre of art, where anything is possible.

My goal is to create images that go beyond aesthetic appeal—they evoke deep emotional responses and transport viewers to entirely new realms. I design series of themed images that usher you into the sacred arena of my imagination, encouraging you to envision a world where time and space blur and creative possibilities abound. By challenging the ordinary, I inspire others to explore new ideas and see the world in innovative, unexpected ways.

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Exhibitions

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Art and Camera club talks

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My works in Room settings

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Buy my Art

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The Imaginarium Trilogy

Experience The Imaginarium Trilogy—a limited edition, Dickens-style steampunk fine art story spanning three volumes, each featuring over 150 meticulously crafted images. Immerse yourself in a vivid world of serial murder, kidnapping, time travel, and bordello intrigue, where every page bursts with creativity and adventure.

This exclusive collectible is designed for true steampunk enthusiasts. Each volume is individually numbered, signed, and hologrammed, ensuring authenticity and lasting value. With only 1,000 copies available or each volume, securing Book One automatically registers your unique number for Books Two and Three, giving you a complete, one-of-a-kind collection.

The Imaginarium Trilogy combines classic Dickensian charm with cutting-edge steampunk aesthetics to deliver a narrative that captivates and inspires. Whether you’re an avid collector or a lover of immersive storytelling, this limited edition series promises to be a treasured piece of art and literature.

Click the button to learn more about this extraordinary series and secure your piece of steampunk history today! – over 800 have already been sold and there will be no reprints!