About
Nick Bultman is an emerging abstract artist whose work explores the dynamic intersection of nature, technology, movement and color. Self-taught and passionate about developing his creative instincts, Nick transitioned from a corporate career to full-time artistry in 2023, sharing his unique painting process and journey with a growing online audience. Based in Gilbert, Arizona, his art is a reflection of his drive to uncover new, metaphysical forms while with attempting to live congruently with three words: "just be you".
Nick’s signature style, known as Velocity Painting, utilizes fluid, expressive strokes as the focal point of his work. Each piece captures and amplifies these forms by meticulously building worlds and superstructures within them, offering a unique perspective on the interplay between control and spontaneity.
Having built a strong presence on social media, Nick’s art has resonated with collectors worldwide. His paintings are showcased in galleries and have been featured in exhibitions, including a solo show at the Red Eight Gallery in London. Through his work, Nick inspires others to embrace creativity, challenge conventions, and explore new ways of seeing the world.
Artist Statement
"I see my artwork as a personal exercise of exploring the freedom of movement, the beauty of physics, and unity between computer-generated precision with human-intuitive motions. I’m guided by a strong desire to push the boundaries of conventional painting techniques in a world where Ai is rapidly gaining ability to potentially trivialize the effort of handmade works. I’m trying to explore and revitalize the human spirit by capturing the essence of organic movement.
I want people to feel the energy behind my paintings and be inspired by each work’s energy and motion. I want people’s immediate senses to be captivated by the unique forms and imagination to run free with how those forms resonate with them.
I think the real magic in my artwork relies on capturing a single moment of focused effort. After several attempts on practice canvases, I build up my muscle memory to convey my motion to a prepared canvas. My brain shuts off and my body becomes one with my utensil. Since every muscle movement critically affects the overall composition, I will only attempt the movement when I’m prepared and in a flow state. I’m most proud of my work when I’m pursuing something new, when I’m pushing the boundaries of my technique. I call this Velocity Painting."