Nikki Baxendale

Kelp Web II-original modern abstract ocean-seascape painting-contemporary art

2025

Nikki is a professional artist with a diverse background. She started as an Art Director, working with some of the biggest brands in London, New York, and L.A. Nikki began her artistic journey at the University for Creative Arts in London, where she earned a degree in illustration, photography, marketing, and fashion journalism. She later honed her photography skills at The International Centre for Photography in New York, where she studied various disciplines, including documentary-style photography. Nikki continues to improve her craft working alongside multiple award-winning photographers. She travels extensively seeking new opportunities to push the boundaries and also document and showcase the natural world. Nikki’s career in design and buying started in London, and she eventually moved to New York to manage a global design team. During her tenure as an Art Director, Nikki travelled extensively and collaborated with numerous talented professionals in the design, magazine, and retail industries. Her leadership and innovative approach led to many accolades and licensing opportunities with big names like Disney, Virgin and MTV.After a successful stint in Chicago, Nikki was recruited by Lululemon’s Ivivva Brand in Vancouver to serve as its Vice President and Creative Director. During her time there, Nikki art directed and photographed many marketing campaigns and magazine features. Nikki ultimately decided to leave the corporate world to pursue her lifelong ambition of becoming a full-time artist and fine art photographer. Her work reflects her passion for painting and capturing moments behind the lens. She currently resides in her dream landscape with her husband, three children, and beloved puppy Hazel, where she draws inspiration from the breath-taking scenery to create new and exciting pieces. To learn more about Nikki’s work or to commission her for a private project, please contact her or the galleries that represent her work.