Nichole is a photographic based artist and teacher based in Seattle, Washington. She has taught fine art photography at institutions including Pacific Lutheran University and Photographic Center Northwest in Seattle, WA. Her personal artwork has been published, exhibited and is collected internationally.

Her clients are a diverse range of individuals and businesses. Her backbround in both technology and fine art provide her clients with full service imaging and design capacity with follow through and exceptional customer service.

Services for hire include:
• Custom Fine Art Commissions

• Portraits for fine art, editorial and commercial clients

• Digital image editing & tutoring

• Art marketing assistance

• Curatorial assistance

• One-on-one art portfolio guidance and teaching

 
Custom wallpaper created with photographs by Nichole DeMent, a design collaboration through Rock|DeMent visual art space.
Nichole DeMent's work studio is located in the heart of Seattle's art scene, Pioneer Square. Rock|DeMent visual art space is open to the public on select days of the month and by appointment. Call 206.778.3157 to discuss your project or email your needs & ideas.
Models
Nichole is always looking for a wide variety of models from various ages, sizes, ethnicities, sexes, etc. to further her artwork based on human nature. She offers a discount off portrait prices when a model release is signed and, for select people, a trade for print option. You need not be an experienced model to be considered for any of the above. Her subjects are often real folks, just being real in their bodies with direction from her. Please email your interests and thoughts if you would like to discuss participating in a photo session, but please be specific in your email's subject line or it may not get opened.

Nichole's Philosophy on Photography
My goal when photographing people is to explore the beautiful eccentricities of life. This aspect becomes most apparent when I teach about photographs - nothing is insignificant. It is from this basis that I create my work. Both commercial subjects and fine art pieces receive conscious thought into the color, framing, size, subject matter, surroundings... everything is significant. Examples of this can be found in the life-size c-prints I make in the color darkroom for the essence of being series. Conceptually, the human figures encased in surreal environments address the dichotomies of human nature and humanity in nature. Peruse other portfolios on this site, and you'll find lush textures and bold colors. Some fine art pieces have had found materials collaged into them, scratched, burned, painted on or otherwise transformed to create a desired personal aesthetic or to further a concept. The tactile quality of a traditional wet darkroom and printing my own b&w and color photographs will always be a true love, although contemporary digital technology is an awesome tool for creative self expression. It is essential for commercial assignments and fine art commissions.