Artist Statement

Volcanic rock, with its fractured and enduring surfaces, is at the center of Nicole Parente-Lopez’s practice. Drawn to the quiet narratives and wisdom embedded in stone, she creates a visual language shaped by close observation and sustained presence.

Her practice transforms these encounters into works that invite reflection and deeper engagement with landscapes often overlooked. Each piece is an act of attention, opening a space for viewers to slow down, look closely, and enter into an intimate dialogue with the land.

Nicole’s work does not seek to replicate nature but to remain in conversation with it—to honor the tension between what endures and what evolves. Guided by the volcanic foundation that sustains life in the Pacific, her practice carries a quiet intensity that invites connection, contemplation, and reverence for the forces that shape both land and self.

Bio

Nicole Parente-Lopez is a Honolulu-based artist whose practice is rooted in sustained attention, careful observation, and presence. Her work, recognized through solo and group exhibitions, engages audiences in the exploration of material, form, and perception, revealing meaning in landscapes and forms often overlooked.

Her extensive background in visual storytelling and design informs a practiced approach to clarity, composition, and resonance, reinforcing the conceptual and material rigor of her work.

Unless otherwise noted, all artwork and images are copyright ©Nicole Parente-Lopez 2025. Images may only be used with express written permission from the artist.