BIOGRAPHY &
CREATIVE PROCESS
About Nicolle
Nicolle Cure is a Colombian-American artist whose work explores the intersection of sound, emotion, and visual form.
Based in Miami, Florida, Nicolle has maintained a lifelong creative practice. Her earlier work in lyrical surrealism provides the foundation for her current abstract artworks, informing their dreamlike quality and sense of intention.
In 2017, her approach took on a new focus following sudden unilateral hearing loss and a diagnosis of Ménière’s Disease—a chronic vestibular condition affecting both her hearing and balance. This experience led her to translate the sensations of sound and silence into fluid compositions, characterized by ethereal layers, and organic textures and shapes.
Widely collected internationally, her work aims to create spaces for tranquility, reflecting the duality of our internal and external environments.
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Creative Process
Nicolle’s process is one of patient accumulation. Through the deliberate staining of surfaces—including canvas, paper, and wood panels—and an unhurried layering of pigments and inks, she allows time for each wash to sink deep into the fibers. This method creates the ethereal, transparent veils that define her current body of work.
Using tools like clay spatulas to shape the movement of water, inks, and paint, she creates a physical dialogue with the medium. Accents of charcoal, oil pastels, and hundreds of lines drawn with graphite serve as meditative records of a search for balance—both physical and emotional—as hearing loss impacts her equilibrium. Her paintings are not merely abstractions; they are quiet, restorative spaces designed to invite reflection.
In terms of color, Nicolle explores contrasts, alternating between vibrant, energetic palettes and soft, neutral tones. She often describes her pieces as abstract sonic landscapes, evoking whispers, lullabies, and serenity. While her neutral-toned paintings provide a meditative escape, her expressive brushstrokes and bold colors evoke joy and nostalgia, showcasing the versatility of her practice.
More information on her Artist Statement
Advocacy & Legacy
Beyond her studio practice, Nicolle is a dedicated advocate for the hearing health community and invisible disabilities. For 8+ years, she has worked with the Hearing Health Foundation and the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA), donating her time and artwork to support fundraising efforts. Her personal journey with Ménière’s Disease was highlighted in the docuseries Life Rebalanced Chronicles, where she shared her experience alongside other vestibular patients.
Additionally, in recognition of her commitment to the arts and disability awareness, she was awarded the national Leadership Scholarship from Americans for the Arts. Through her work and her voice, she continues to champion the intersection of art, health, and resilience.
More information on her Blog
Artistic Vision
With a professional background in advertising and media, Nicolle brings a foundation in storytelling and visual communication to her fine art. This experience continues to influence the way she conveys emotion through composition and a purposeful use of color.
Her work is driven by an ongoing exploration of sensory perception. By working through the tension between movement and stillness in her studio, she seeks to render the invisible sensations of our environment into a tangible, visual form.
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PARTNERSHIPS
HEALTH AND NPO’s
Hearing Health Foundation
University of Miami Health System
Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA)
American Tinnitus Association
The U.S. Humane Society
Jackson Memorial Foundation
Diabetes Juvenile Foundation
The Mammography Initiative
Rally for Kids for Cancer
Everyday Health
Labs 4 Rescue
DALE!
Be Strong International
Dogs for Better Lives
Give Me a Paw
What’s On Your Mind Psychology
EDUCATION
Florida International University
Miami-Dade Public Schools
Miami-Dade College
La Salle College
British International School
University of Florida
LIFESTYLE & FASHION
West Elm
Williams-Sonoma
Macy’s
Cortiglia Luxury Bags
Fashion in the Gardens
Candelario Jewelry
MEDIA
NBC 6
La Voz Media Group
Unfixed Media
FOOD & BEVERAGE
XO Espresso Bar
Cielito Artisan Pops
The Dizzy Cook, Migraine Blog & Books
OTHERS
JW Marriot Hotel
Pinecrest Gardens
BarranquillARTE
Siman Orchestra
Serendipity Labs Aventura
Just Being Audrey (Hepburn) Book