Here at Chulo we wanted to showcase the creatives with a Q&A to dive a little deeper into the Artists inner workings - today we spotlight mural artist, illustrator and designer Nico Nicoson.

Tell us a bit about what keeps your creative juices flowing, do you search for inspiration or does it come naturally?

 I seem to find that the more I create the more I am inspired, so for me maintaining a bit of creative discipline helps to make sure I keep things moving and keep ideas coming in. I love looking at all kinds of books and blogs for inspo, but also find getting out of the studio and going for a walk can be a great way to ward off creative block! 

What's been your favourite project to date and why?

Being commissioned to create an official artwork for Campari was definitely a career highlight for me. Ever since I was a child I've loved Campari's bold posters and to have the opportunity to be involved in continuing that tradition was wild!

Tell us a bit about your process, do you start off searching for reference and sketching?

I generally always try and start any project with analogue sketches on paper. For me starting the work in a digital space seems to stifle my creativity. I think theres something about putting pen or pencil to paper that activates my mind. My creative process involves a lot of looking. I try to step away from the work during the process and return to analyse it with fresh eyes as much as possible. 

What made you want to pursue a career in the arts and do you have any tips for up and coming artists looking to do the same.

I never made any kind of conscious decision to pursue a career in the arts to be honest. I just always did what I enjoyed, and that led me to where I am. I would encourage up and coming artists to just focus on making the work that they like and developing that. I believe the rest is up to the universe!

Check out NICO’s latest work here. For more portfolios from Chulo Creatives Artist stable click through here. Get in touch with Chulo Creative if you are interested in commissioning a mural artist.