We’re looking forward to introducing you to Nicholas Gully. Check out our conversation below.
Nicholas, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
The conceptual phase for my in-studio instillations gives me immense pleasure to produce in private. It’s a choice to not provide perspective or a lens upon works in progress. I experience more connection and focus to my ideas in my space, as it develops in my hands and mind. Being proud surfaces in the end once I’m finished. Directing the debut keeps the process playful yet intentional.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi readers! I’m Nicholas Gully, a self-taught emerging and awarded Fine Artist from Chicago, IL. After graduating college. I pursued my artistic passions and became proficient in four esteemed disciplines: photography, painting, music and modeling. In addition to those strengths, In July, I earned a scholarship in Dallas, Texas to study stone carving. In my free time I teach myself sewing and instillation techniques in-studio!
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child I believed that grace for the lack of excellence would end as I aged up. The institutions and domestic reminders of being regarded as a young man, while being a little boy seemed unusual to me. I was often given duty and standard, except for seasonal/ holiday breaks. After years of being told how everyone else requires me to perform, ultimately strengthened my own voice and sense of self.
Do you remember a time someone truly listened to you?
Denton, Texas. 2021. I invited a good friend of mine over. At some point in our time shared I had asked to explain my “grand plan”. After explaining how my career would look artistically transitioning into the next decade of my life. Everything I told him while we sat on the floor, came true. I didn’t just “feel” seen or heard. That was the last time I knew I was understood.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What important truth do very few people agree with you on?
Both gallery and museum culture are quintessential to the Arts. I’ve had light conversation and passionate debates amongst: independent, local, cohort, underground, avant-garde and prestigious communities. It’s inspiring to learn how other spaces regard the value of those responsible for artistic representation.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. What do you think people will most misunderstand about your legacy?
What some might misunderstand in the future about my legacy is that I wanted to succeed alone. I share valuable knowledge behind the scenes and that won’t ever change. However, my legacy could look to some as if I were intentionally solo or anti. Truthfully, since the beginning of my aspiration of becoming the Fine Artist I am today, I’ve been prepared and invested in every role collaboratively which does include a high level of skill. I understand the creative and professional qualities that compliments my process and I wish for anyone interested in collaboration to know there’s room to follow and also room to meet.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholas.gully
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-gully-8b2445330
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nicholasgully
Image Credits
Cover and first three images credited to: @andrewbobbitt
Final two images credited to @nicholas.gully
