Nicole Anastas in residency at MacArthur Place

Inspired by her Uprise Art x MacArthur Place residency, Nicole Anastas creates a series of paintings that reflect the seasonal shifts in Sonoma. In these works, Nicole captures the changing light with soft pastel tones, punctuated by bright pops of red that echo the first signs of budding foliage. Go behind the scenes of her residency below.

I wanted to capture a quiet moment, the bare branches just starting to bud, with soft colors that reflect the calm of early spring. It’s about stillness and the gentle transition of a new season.

Nicole Anastas

This piece is a vibrant collage that captures the essence of my Uprise Art x MacArthur Place residency through layered colors and textures. Inspired by blooming flowers, rustic stone, charming architecture, and the shift from day to night, it reflects the beauty found in both quiet details and the overall atmosphere.

Nicole Anastas

I aimed to capture the balance between nature, architecture, and atmosphere through stitched details and soft colors.

Nicole Anastas

Photos by Emma K Creative