{"title":"Nic Joly","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat began as Nic Joly's hobby has transformed into a passion for sculpting minute depictions of everyday life. The British artist's 3D wall sculptures tackle topics like love, sex, mental health and war in a touching and humorous way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, we celebrated Nic Joly’s tenth anniversary with Castle Fine Art and remembered the intricate details tell stories of moments lived, emotions felt, and a journey embarked upon. As Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression is a reminder that Nic's artwork is an extension of him and the thoughtful, considered miniature works he creates. Nic's 2024 collection, \u003cem\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/em\u003e, references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes, and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised. With renewed determination, Nic is ready to embark on \u003cem\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/em\u003e of his artistic journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nic-joly-a-little-banksy-1","title":"A Little Banksy","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlaced in their own little universe, Nic Joly's tiny characters offer viewers an intimacy akin to peering through the windows into a stranger's life. His graffiti-inspired collection,\u003cem\u003eThe Writing's On The Wall\u003c\/em\u003e, harnesses the public candour of street art within the safe space of fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is influenced by Banksy's 2002 artwork, 'Girl with Balloon'. All of Nic's figures are carved as originals in wire and plaster before being cast in solid bronze and painted by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe adds: “In my own small way, I strive to create my own worlds to ask the questions we all face day-to-day, as well as highlight the madness around us.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend collecting this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599978934621,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-19840","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-scu-por-19840-1-a-little-banksy_2022-12-20T16-37-20.jpg?v=1745944635"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-65-weeks-set-of-ten","title":"65 Weeks Set of Ten","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs he recently revealed in our \u003ca title=\"Watch our Nic Joly IGTV video series\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IjXizFFqCvg\u0026amp;list=PLrXCYs1aZ9KY_c11dkIHjqgzZ1kgycYtk\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIGTV video series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the new \u003cem\u003e65 Weeks\u003c\/em\u003e release from \u003ca title=\"Find out more about Nic Joly\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNic Joly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is the British sculptor's most intimate and ambitious series to date. A personal sketchbook of the weeks following Boris Johnson's announcement of a UK lockdown, the ten 3D wall sculptures were handmade in his Hampshire studio, making each one unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about this unprecedented collection on our \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979000157,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-25259","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-65-weeks-set_2021-10-22T10-52-34.jpg?v=1745945007"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-accepting-original","title":"Accepting","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith the crisp white background, the electric blue mixed and developed by Nic, gains a new life. The use of two different geometric forms allows the piece to become fluid and embrace one of the bronze figurines at the centre top of the piece. The two figurines are a statement typical from Nic – present in all pieces of the “Hands On” collection. “Hands On” is an homage to Nic’s roots, representing the artist revisiting his former self and bringing the experience and skills of the formative years in carpentry to the present. See more of Hands On \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979032925,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-31074","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-1-accepting_2023-05-16T06-36-19.jpg?v=1745946217"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-aeon-iv-original","title":"Aeon IV","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Aeon IV, Nic creates a new universe. The use of circular shapes to break up the white, creates a dynamic and interesting visual environment that is topped up by a statement bronze figurine at the centre of the circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hands On” is an homage to Nic’s roots, representing the artist revisiting his former self and bringing the experience and skills of the formative years in carpentry to the present. See more of Hands On \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979327837,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-31078","price":19500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-aeon-iv-1_2023-05-16T06-49-46.jpg?v=1749468113"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-all-you-need","title":"The Answer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Answer is Nic Joly's most ambitious work to date, with more people and interaction in the piece than ever before, and bigger than any edition he has attempted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery aspect of the piece is hand-made by Nic in his studio, from the colourful dresses the female figures wear to the balloon, which is cast in plaster and then mounted on hand-painted wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the meaning behind the piece, Nic says: \u003cem\u003e\"In the world we live in there are times when we forget what is important and what can be the answer to all the darkness we witness. We have the answer staring us in the face as John Lennon so rightly wrote in 1967. A lot has changed since he wrote those lyrics almost 50 years, but the message is still as important to us all as it was then. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI am a romantic and the sentiment of this piece is so close to my heart. It is my favourite from my spring releases.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to the fragile nature of this piece, w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ee recommend pick-up from your local gallery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979426141,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-05818","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-the-answer-fnc.jpg?v=1745944200"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-aeon-iii-original","title":"Aeon III","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Aeon III, Nic creates a new universe. The use of circular shapes to break up the white, creates a dynamic and interesting visual environment that is topped up by a statement bronze figurine at the centre of the circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hands On” is an homage to Nic’s roots, representing the artist revisiting his former self and bringing the experience and skills of the formative years in carpentry to the present. See more of Hands On \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979458909,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-31077","price":19500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-aeon-iii-1_2023-05-16T06-45-36.jpg?v=1749468106"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-aeon-v-original","title":"Aeon V","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Aeon V, Nic creates a new universe. The use of circular shapes to break up the white, creates a dynamic and interesting visual environment that is topped up by a statement bronze figurine at the centre of the circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hands On” is an homage to Nic’s roots, representing the artist revisiting his former self and bringing the experience and skills of the formative years in carpentry to the present. See more of Hands On \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979491677,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-31079","price":14500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-aeon-v-1_2023-05-16T06-53-25.jpg?v=1749468116"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-addicted","title":"Addicted","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his iconic wall sculptures, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003eJoly \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecreates humorous depictions of everyday life, and the vices of the modern world are combined with touching explorations of subjects such as mental health. In this piece, the artist created a composition with a sign quoting “Love is my Drug” being assembled by his figurines in red empty pills. Representing that “love is more addictive than any substance”, Nic believes that love is the best drug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist was inspired to create this simplistic, yet beautiful piece as an homage to love and as a reminder that we should all strive to make the world a better place. This piece is a 3D Wall sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be matched with “\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/nic-joly-kindness\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKindness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e”, the two pieces create a perfect pair as they both carry the similar sentiment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about this new collection, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/were-addicted-to-love-and-nic-joly\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLessons Learnt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or alternatively shop the artist's \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efull portfolio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979589981,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-30417","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-1-addicted_2023-06-13T08-54-06.jpg?v=1749468116"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-another-country","title":"Another Country","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe miniature sculpture artist celebrates the human existence in all its madness for his \u003cem\u003eLife’s a Carnival \u003c\/em\u003ecollection. Themes of love, laughter and curiosity all bubble to the surface, channelled through showstopping technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNic says: “Whatever your political beliefs, the only people who are going to keep this country of ours united are us. We all have to work together to paint a new future for ourselves, with celebration in our hearts.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979622749,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-14499","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/another-country-3.jpg?v=1745944260"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-anarchy-original","title":"Anarchy","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, we are celebrating a significant milestone in Nic Joly’s career: ten years of creating his intricate miniature artworks with Castle Fine Art. Nic’s meticulously detailed and whimsical sculptures have captivated audiences with his unique ability to transform everyday moments into extraordinary visual narratives. His decade-long collaboration with Castle Fine Art marks a special achievement in his career, emphasizing his innovative approach to contemporary art, having continued to push the boundaries of his medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis pieces, are crafted with painstaking precision, capturing scenes that range from the humorous and light-hearted to the poignant and thought-provoking. Each artwork tells a story, inviting viewers to engage with the miniature world he creates and reflect on the larger themes of life, society, and human nature, making his art both accessible and profoundly moving. These clever juxtapositions not only delight the eye but also provoke deeper contemplation about the intricacies of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about this collection \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\/the-next-chapter-2024\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or alternatively shop more Nic Joly’s art \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979753821,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-33945","price":9950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-ori-por-33945-anarchy-1_2024-07-18T07-15-21.jpg?v=1745944302"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-an-open-heart","title":"An Open Heart","description":"","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599979917661,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-35215","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-an-open-heart_2024-11-20T09-16-25.jpg?v=1750670806"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-ascension","title":"Ascension","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe all strive in our lives to reach the dizzying heights that the feeling of love gives us.  With empathy,  kindness,  respect and honesty,  love is within our reach,  but we have to work at being better people.  If we don’t love is not achievable.  With so much hate in the world at the moment,  we all need to be reminded of what is important\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend collecting this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599980048733,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-10190","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/ascension.jpg?v=1745944216"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-aspiration-ii-original","title":"Aspiration II","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe “Hands On” collection is characterised by five main elements: the bronze figurines, the wood, the artist’s hand pattern, the geometrical elements and the crisp colours. In Aspiration II all these elements are perfectly balanced in an intriguing piece. The pattern on the circle is created by the ink stamp of his own miniaturised hand, emphasising on how his own journey and life experiences is translated into his work. The wood of the stairs is one of the standout elements of the collection and of this piece. In an attempt to represent aspirations, this sculpture with its striking contrast becomes a centrepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599980474717,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-31081","price":5950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-1-aspiration-ii_2023-05-16T07-02-01.jpg?v=1749468123"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-bad-idea-giclee-on-paper","title":"Bad Idea? - Giclee On Paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"All the aspects of my journey through life provide an endless palette to be inspired by and to prey on. 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Nic has projected geographical references intertwined with the inner landscape of the human experience in this beautiful, limited-edition piece. It is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest. This piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limited edition invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is also available in a \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/nic-joly-be-brave-gyow-Boutique\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eboutique edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with a larger size. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599980736861,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31517","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-scu-por-31517-be-brave-gyow-1_2023-11-01T15-00-46.jpg?v=1749468118"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-i","title":"Be Brave I","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. 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The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNic has fond memories of his life living in Somerset, specifically the village of Yarlington. It was in that village, living in a small cottage with river running through the garden, that Nic met his wife and started his marriage.\u003cem\u003e “I love the area and that is why the first Be Brave is based around there”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981031773,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-1-1_2023-11-13T13-08-52.jpg?v=1749468109"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-bad-idea-sculpture","title":"Bad Idea? - Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003eDue to the delicate nature of this product,  we ask that customers collect from their local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures in Nic's works are made from scratch using wire, thread, clay, paper and paint, which he then places into their own scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981097309,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-98432","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-bad-idea-sculp.jpg?v=1745944209"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-iii","title":"Be Brave III","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe Brave III \u003c\/em\u003eis a map of Southern Turkey. It's another really special place to Nic and his family, as it’s the first place that he and his wife took their boys on a foreign holiday. The family spent time in Calcan and quickly became a family favourite, spending many more family holidays there since. “\u003cem\u003eThe sea is beautiful and the sand is magic\u003c\/em\u003e”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981162845,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-3-1_2023-11-13T13-11-50.jpg?v=1749468115"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-x","title":"Be Brave X","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoscastle in North Cornwall is the area of the tenth map. In their early life together Nic and his wife, Nell along with their boys would enjoy family holidays in a friends cottage in north Cornwall. They have memories of exploring the small harbour at night after all the tourists had left and they found solace in the peace and quiet of the Cornish countryside. “\u003cem\u003eAnd it just became a really special place to us that we kept on going back to and it's, it's really beautiful”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981261149,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-10-1_2023-11-13T13-17-58.jpg?v=1749468121"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-viii","title":"Be Brave VIII","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eighth piece in the edition in Manhattan, New York. Nic’s wife, Nell bought him a surprise 4 day city break to New York. He has great memories of walking through the snow in Central Park, the vibrancy of Times Square and the constant noise of cabs, sirens and people. \u003cem\u003e“I think it was about four or five years ago with my two boys and my wife and we just walked for miles and miles the length of Manhattan all around and it is a magical place”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981293917,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-8-1_2023-11-13T13-15-58.jpg?v=1749468122"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-ii","title":"Be Brave II","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second Be Brave is based around Derbyshire, specifically a small village called Sheldon, which is about two three miles from Bakewell. This is where Nic’s brother lives and over the years has spent a lot of time there. \u003cem\u003e\"My family and I have spent so much time up there it is beautiful up there. It's one of the it's a happy place and a magical place. We Love it”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981359453,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-2-1_2023-11-13T13-09-54.jpg?v=1749468115"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-ix","title":"Be Brave IX","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ninth map in this series is the south Dorset and the Dorset coast, specifically West Bay, Beaminster and Bridgeport and all the little beaches around that area. In the 90s Dorset was a bit of a creative hub with a lot of music, art and creative communities developing, of which Nic was a part of. \u003cem\u003e“The South Dorset coast is a great place I have so many fond memories around there. I really do. And then a few years back I went back there with my whole family, my brother, his family, my mum and dad and we stayed in a house there and I got to show my boys West bay”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981621597,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-9-1_2023-11-13T13-17-12.jpg?v=1749468112"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-believe-in-me","title":"Believe In Me","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn a striking piece where the accent blue, the white background and the two bronze figurines take the lead, Nic creates an astonishing tree that takes the central stage. The pattern on the tree is created by the ink stamp of his own miniaturised hand, emphasising on how his own journey and life experiences is translated into his work. With the use of the accent blue, mixed and developed by the artist, the piece gains its own meaning and life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hands On” is an homage to Nic’s roots, representing the artist revisiting his former self and bringing the experience and skills of the formative years in carpentry to the present. See more of Hands On \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981719901,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-31083","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-believe-in-me-1_2023-05-16T09-25-34.jpg?v=1749468110"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-breaking-bad","title":"Breaking Bad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"We all suffer from temptation throughout out lives, see it for what it is; it is a fundamental part of Being Human that we can't deny, but with strength we can overcome it if we choose. I am always reminded of a Tennessee Williams quote; \u003cstrong\u003e\"if you take away my demons, I lose my angels\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend collecting this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599981818205,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-10186","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/breaking-bad.jpg?v=1745944263"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-vi","title":"Be Brave VI","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sixth map is of the centre of Marrakech. It was Nic and his family last holiday before the pandemic. It was the first time Nic's boys had left Europe and visited north Africa, \u003cem\u003e“it's it really is a special place and everyone should go there because you see different things around different corners and the city was just such a great place for us to walk around as a family. The vibrancy of the city, the colour, the smells, the noises, it's a real eye opener”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599982080349,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-6-1_2023-11-13T13-14-18.jpg?v=1749468108"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-be-brave-iv","title":"Be Brave IV","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, “\u003cem\u003eBe Brave\u003c\/em\u003e”, enthuses us to follow our path and experience our personal journey to the fullest and it is representative that the people around us help develop, guide and collaboratively build our journeys. The piece serves as a reminder that our life’s journey is an ever-evolving, multi faceted exploration of the world and ourselves. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fourth map in the collection is centred around Chicago. Nic spent some time in the city as an exchange student in 1997, where he studied at the Art Institute of Chicago. The city is very close to his heart and opened his eyes to the vibrancy of city living. “\u003cem\u003eI've never been back since 97 and I really want to take my family there. It’s a very special place to me”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the vibrant colours of the line work, intricate details, and imaginative routes, Nic captures the essence of wanderlust and self-discovery. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse. It invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599982145885,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31518","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-be-brave-4-1_2023-11-13T13-12-39.jpg?v=1749468110"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-by-you","title":"By You","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlaced in their own little universe, Nic Joly’s tiny characters offer viewers an intimacy akin to peering through the windows into a stranger’s life. All of his figures are carved as originals in wire and plaster before being cast in solid bronze and painted by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNic says: “She may be an icon, but Marilyn's vulnerability and fragile nature has always struck me as beautiful. So, who better to say what we all need and feel: 'I want to be loved'.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599982965085,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-21460","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-scu-por-21460-1-by-you_2022-12-20T16-34-10.jpg?v=1745944826"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-can-i-come-down-now-dad","title":"Can I Come Down Now Dad?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“We all take on so much in our lives, from other people's burdens to the responsibilities of everyday life. But sometimes we just want - and need - to get off our crosses...” \u003c\/em\u003e- Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599982997853,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-03851","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-can-i-come-down-now-dad.jpg?v=1745944282"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-by-order-of","title":"By Order Of. . .","description":"\u003cp\u003eTackling topics such as family, love and hope, Nic’s art illustrates his decidedly unconventional approach. For this Peaky Blinders inspired piece, Nic took a backstreet tour of Birmingham, collecting dirt from the areas the notorious criminal gang frequented. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures' clothing is handmade with layers of tissue and paper, while the accessories are crafted from vintage clothes Nic sourced himself. The shed was built with wood from an antique box originally made in 1915, during the Peaky Blinders' reign (1890s to 1930). He was also of course inspired by the award-winning BBC Two series. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNic says: “What's not to love? They stand for family and sticking together, no matter what comes your way. This sculpture is a little bit of theatre, with the Shelbys walking towards you together. I'd say it's as close to an original artwork as you can get!\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983063389,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-16148","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/framed-jpeg-final.jpg?v=1745944304"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-coming-out-on-top-original","title":"Coming Out On Top","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, we are celebrating a significant milestone in Nic Joly’s career: ten years of creating his intricate miniature artworks with Castle Fine Art. Nic’s meticulously detailed and whimsical sculptures have captivated audiences with his unique ability to transform everyday moments into extraordinary visual narratives. His decade-long collaboration with Castle Fine Art marks a special achievement in his career, emphasizing his innovative approach to contemporary art, having continued to push the boundaries of his medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis pieces, are crafted with painstaking precision, capturing scenes that range from the humorous and light-hearted to the poignant and thought-provoking. Each artwork tells a story, inviting viewers to engage with the miniature world he creates and reflect on the larger themes of life, society, and human nature, making his art both accessible and profoundly moving. These clever juxtapositions not only delight the eye but also provoke deeper contemplation about the intricacies of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about this collection \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\/the-next-chapter-2024\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or alternatively shop more Nic Joly’s art \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983128925,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-33938","price":6950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-ori-por-33938-coming-out-on-top-1_2024-07-18T07-16-59.jpg?v=1745944328"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-britains-got-talent","title":"Britain's Got Talent","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This year sees the 90th Birthday of our Queen, Her Majesty Elizabeth II; the longest running monarch in British history. With this piece, I wanted to mark her birthday with an edition of 90 sculptures, whilst also honouring her many talents.\" \u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend picking up this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983161693,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-06974","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/NJO-SCU-POR-06974_Britain_s_Got_Talent_1.jpg?v=1759739752"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-cloud-nine","title":"Cloud Nine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"To dream is not about setting unachievable life goals, it is about doing the best you possibly can with the life you have been given. We must all see the beauty in everyone, and everything that is around us, open our eyes to the possibilities, we might be surprised\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend collecting this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983259997,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-10188","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/cloud-nine-framed-1.jpg?v=1745944530"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-contagion","title":"Contagion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis heart-warming handmade, studio edition wall sculpture features Nic Joly's signature miniature figures amid construction of their own artwork. The internal mini masterpiece displays a bright yellow smile and symbolises that expression which we cannot see while wearing medical masks; but also, that there is hope and joy in the prospect of working together again. Hand-coloured with spray paint onto delicate watercolour paper, the table has been meticulously 3D printed while the figures have also been hand cast from wire and string before being individually painted and positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Summer 2021, Nic reflected on his experience of the last 65 weeks in the UK. He ponders that \"When we all woke up on the 23rd March 2020 none of us could really understand how our whole world was about to change forever.  We were all suddenly given a focus, a spotlight on our lives and the world we live in because of a global crisis.   This body of work was born out of this experience and fact, but is not lead by it.  I don’t see this as a lockdown collection.  I see it as a sketch book of thoughts, observations, emotions and rethinkings born during our 65 weeks of national lockdowns.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed by the popular artist as his \"most personal collection\", you can read more about \u003cem\u003e65 Weeks \u003c\/em\u003eon our \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor shop the artist's full portfolio \u003ca title=\"Shop Art by Nic Joly\" href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983456605,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-25051","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/contagion_2022-12-22T16-34-59.jpg?v=1746522374"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-creation","title":"Creation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe human need to express itself creatively is what separates us from all other species. This need we have for creation is alchemy in its truest form; it is a precious gift we all have, to be used and never neglected. It is why I believe we are all here.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\" \u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend picking up this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983489373,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-06975","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/creation.jpg?v=1749468112"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-certainty","title":"Certainty","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade, studio edition wall sculpture by Nic joly was the first that he made as part of his 2021 collection \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e65 Weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Born out of a time when we were all on edge, this beautiful piece reminds us of the time that also brought many of us closer together. The minimalist composition, featuring a real razor blade, is accentuated by small pops of red and yellow on the individually painted figures, and creates a beautifully simple artwork that we can all relate to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Summer 2021, Nic reflected on his experience of the last 65 weeks in the UK. He ponders that \"When we all woke up on the 23rd March 2020 none of us could really understand how our whole world was about to change forever.  We were all suddenly given a focus, a spotlight on our lives and the world we live in because of a global crisis.   This body of work was born out of this experience and fact, but is not lead by it.  I don’t see this as a lockdown collection.  I see it as a sketch book of thoughts, observations, emotions and rethinkings born during our 65 weeks of national lockdowns.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed by the popular artist as his \"most personal collection\", you can read more about \u003cem\u003e65 Weeks \u003c\/em\u003eon our \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor shop the artist's full portfolio \u003ca title=\"Shop Art by Nic Joly\" href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983554909,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-25052","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-certainty_2021-06-18T10-21-39.jpg?v=1745944437"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-cutting-shapes","title":"Cutting Shapes","description":"\u003cp\u003eCutting shapes or something else? You decide in this fun and hilarious handmade, studio edition wall sculpture by Nic Joly. The miniature bunting was made by cutting each individual triangle out of tissue paper while the disco outfits have also been meticulously made through layers of paint, glitter and glue. What's more, real pharmaceutical drugs feature in this wall sculpture next to a lump of plaster coated with 12-15 layers of powder from stone dust to flaked polystyrene; a quirky homage to the level of celebrations that predate the UK lockdowns,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Summer 2021, Nic reflected on his experience of the last 65 weeks in the UK. He ponders that \"When we all woke up on the 23rd March 2020 none of us could really understand how our whole world was about to change forever.  We were all suddenly given a focus, a spotlight on our lives and the world we live in because of a global crisis.   This body of work was born out of this experience and fact, but is not lead by it.  I don’t see this as a lockdown collection.  I see it as a sketch book of thoughts, observations, emotions and rethinkings born during our 65 weeks of national lockdowns.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed by the popular artist as his \"most personal collection\", you can read more about \u003cem\u003e65 Weeks \u003c\/em\u003eon our \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor shop the artist's full portfolio \u003ca title=\"Shop Art by Nic Joly\" href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983620445,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-25057","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/NJO-SCU-POR-25057_Cutting_Shapes_1.jpg?v=1759739566"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-devolution","title":"Devolution","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe as a race are evolving every day, and have been since we started to walk this planet. But are we evolving in the right direction?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that due to the delicate nature of Nic's wall sculptures, we recommend collecting this item from your local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983685981,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-10187","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/devolution.jpg?v=1745944291"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-date-night","title":"Date Night","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresentative of the Garden of Eden, ‘\u003cem\u003eDate Night’\u003c\/em\u003e has a strong, overt religious context. The devil is looking up at two individuals consummating on top of an apple, representing temptation. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate with subtlety and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time in over half a decade, Nic has created brand new ‘Book pieces’ and interpreted literary classics in his own unique gaze, conveying powerful narratives and emotions through his exceptional eye for humour, irony, and beauty, considered miniature works he creates. \u003cem\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/em\u003e references Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limited edition invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599983718749,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31515","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-scu-por-31515-date-night-1_2023-11-08T10-21-57.jpg?v=1749468125"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-destiny","title":"Destiny","description":"","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599984046429,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-35217","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-destiny_2024-11-20T09-18-24.jpg?v=1750670852"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-double-tap","title":"Double Tap","description":"\u003cp\u003ePopular artist Nic Joly is known for his hilarious artworks filled with creativity and profanity. This handmade, studio edition wall sculpture is no exception and comments on the duality of kindness and trolling that he has seen online during the last 65 weeks. After meticulously designing and printing the slip for the image, the words were painted by hand with a small paintbrush in 5 layers of acrylic and varnish lacquer to create the desired affect. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Summer 2021, Nic reflected on his experience of the last 65 weeks in the UK. He ponders that \"When we all woke up on the 23rd March 2020 none of us could really understand how our whole world was about to change forever.  We were all suddenly given a focus, a spotlight on our lives and the world we live in because of a global crisis.   This body of work was born out of this experience and fact, but is not lead by it.  I don’t see this as a lockdown collection.  I see it as a sketch book of thoughts, observations, emotions and rethinkings born during our 65 weeks of national lockdowns.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed by the popular artist as his \"most personal collection\", you can read more about \u003cem\u003e65 Weeks \u003c\/em\u003eon our \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor shop the artist's full portfolio \u003ca title=\"Shop Art by Nic Joly\" href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599984210269,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-25054","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/NJO-SCU-POR-25054DoubleTap_1.jpg?v=1759739776"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-dream-catching1","title":"Dream Catching","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"We all have dreams, we should catch, nurture, and hold onto them, for they give us the wings to fly and the inspiration to live as we did when we were children with joy in our hearts.\" \u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend picking up this piece from your local gallery due to its fragile nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599984308573,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-04018","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-autumn-2015-boutique-2.jpg?v=1745944258"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-fact","title":"Fact","description":"\u003cp\u003eEach piece in this handmade, studio edition wall sculpture by Nic Joly has been individually moulded and coloured. The text behind his signature miniature figures was hand drawn with pen and ink on delicate watercolour paper and hints to a conversation that the artist had with his son about what he wants to be when he grows up. With more time than ever before to contemplate our futures and desires during the years of 2020 and 2021, the artist was inspired to create this simplistic yet beautiful piece that reminds us that we should all strive to make the world a better place at all ages and walks of life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Summer 2021, Nic reflected on his experience of the last 65 weeks in the UK. He ponders that \"When we all woke up on the 23rd March 2020 none of us could really understand how our whole world was about to change forever.  We were all suddenly given a focus, a spotlight on our lives and the world we live in because of a global crisis.   This body of work was born out of this experience and fact, but is not lead by it.  I don’t see this as a lockdown collection.  I see it as a sketch book of thoughts, observations, emotions and rethinkings born during our 65 weeks of national lockdowns.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed by the popular artist as his \"most personal collection\", you can read more about \u003cem\u003e65 Weeks \u003c\/em\u003eon our \u003ca title=\"Nic Joly | 65 Weeks\" href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-65-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor shop the artist's full portfolio \u003ca title=\"Shop Art by Nic Joly\" href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599984570717,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-25053","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-fact_2021-06-18T10-23-25.jpg?v=1745944517"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-flying-high","title":"Flying High","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his new collection of work, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/posts\/nic-joly-celebrating-ten-years-with-castle-fine-art-with-forward-looking-new-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Nic has challenged conventional notions of scale, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary, and has created an entire universe within the palm of his hand. With references to past works as Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression are at the core of this new collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all Nic’s pieces, this individual artwork is multi-layered in its meaning. ‘\u003cem\u003eFlying High\u003c\/em\u003e’ connotes feelings over overcoming an obstacle, success and achieving goals and can also suggest a state of euphoria, elation and joy. However, in a more literal sense, it can refer to someone being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, which can lead to an altered or warped euphoric state of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNic has used these two figurines as metaphors to represent that even when we are ‘flying high’ and achieving our goals, there will always be someone to shoot you down. The important thing is, we continue to fly high. The viewer is asked to project their own context onto the artwork to gain an understanding and reflect. Whether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, Nic’s possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limited edition invites viewers to pause, ponder, and marvel at the astonishing world of small wonders, reminding us that beauty and creativity can be found even in the tiniest of details, encouraging an intimate connection and a deeper appreciation of the artistry. \u003cem\u003eThe Next Chapter \u003c\/em\u003ereferences Nic’s evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the Nic artistry \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor alternatively shop his art \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599984865629,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-31516","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-scu-por-31516-flying-high-1_2023-11-08T10-23-30.jpg?v=1749468118"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-good-idea-giclee-on-paper","title":"Good Idea? - Giclee On Paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"The inspiration for my work comes from everywhere; from people I talk to, stories I hear, books I read and all the experiences, opinions, observations and emotions I've had throughout my life so far,\" Nic Joly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599985684829,"sku":"NJO-SLE-POR-98250","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-good-idea-f.jpg?v=1745944295"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-go-for-it","title":"Go For It","description":"\u003cp\u003ePart of Nic’s 10th year celebrations with Castle Fine Art, ‘Go For It’ is under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly-adds-another-piece-to-the-next-chapter-collection-in-his-tenth-year-with-castle-fine-art\"\u003eThe Next Chapter\u003c\/a\u003e collection initially released in 2023. Depicting the words “Walk on The Wild Side”, this limited edition embodies an ethos of breaking away from societal norms and exploring uncharted territories and giving total freedom of expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbracing the unconventional, the piece is centred around embracing individuality, authenticity, and self-discovery, encouraging people to step beyond their comfort zones and live authentically without conforming to societal expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the piece, there are 16 detailed miniature figures, each embracing their freedom and liberties of their newfound ‘wild side’. Representing not only the importance of exploring the different facets of oneself, Joly created “Go For It” as a means to encourage individuals to challenge oppressive systems and advocating for social justice, equality, and the right to live authentically without fear of judgment or discrimination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough Nic’s famous style and pops of colour, this piece is a thoughtful exploration of the conscious choice to find balance between societal expectations and personal freedom, navigating the unexplored while respecting boundaries. Ultimately, the concept of walking on the wild side celebrates the beauty in diversity, the richness of individual expression, and the courage to embrace the unconventional paths that lead to personal growth, creativity, and freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it's capturing the essence of a fleeting moment, reimagining historical scenes, or interpreting fictional scenes, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003eNic\u003c\/a\u003e possesses a unique ability to communicate subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about this collection \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly-adds-another-piece-to-the-next-chapter-collection-in-his-tenth-year-with-castle-fine-art\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e or alternatively shop more of his art \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599985783133,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-32307","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-go-for-it-1_2024-01-17T08-21-21.jpg?v=1749468113"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-good-idea-sculpture","title":"Good Idea? - Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003eDue to the delicate nature of this product,  we ask that customers collect from their local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The glass and frames themselves contain and compress the world within them, seeming to suspend time with all its accompanying humour, fear and happiness,\" Nic Joly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599985946973,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-98438","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-good-idea-sculp.jpg?v=1745944276"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-heavy-addiction","title":"Heavy Addiction","description":"\u003cp\u003eDue to the delicate nature of this product,  we ask that customers collect from their local gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNic's sculptures bring to the forefont big dilemmas and questions that we all face day to day, but in miniature form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599986045277,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-98440","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-heavy-addiction-f.jpg?v=1745944281"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-high-as-a-kite1","title":"High As A Kite","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Here is to a misspent youth. Is a medicated or chemically enhanced happiness real? And if we go beyond the chemical addictions and climb the mountain out of them, the \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eworld is a beautiful place where anything is possible\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\" \u003c\/em\u003e - Nic Joly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend picking up this piece from your local gallery due to its fragile nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599986143581,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-04017","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-autumn-2015-boutique-4.jpg?v=1745944291"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-heart-beat","title":"Heart Beat","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrate love on Valentine's Day in an incredible way with this handmade sculpture by Nic Joly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the meticulous spray-painted heart monitor that captures the effect of microscopic brushstrokes to the hand-painted bronze cast figures that are full of life and emotion but smaller than a thumb, this irresistible wall sculpture reflects and honours Nic's values of commitment, kindness, and passion. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599986438493,"sku":"NJO-SCU-POR-29321","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-heart-beat-01_2022-12-21T15-30-39.jpg?v=1749468116"},{"product_id":"nic-joly-having-a-good-time-original","title":"Having A Good Time","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, we are celebrating a significant milestone in Nic Joly’s career: ten years of creating his intricate miniature artworks with Castle Fine Art. Nic’s meticulously detailed and whimsical sculptures have captivated audiences with his unique ability to transform everyday moments into extraordinary visual narratives. His decade-long collaboration with Castle Fine Art marks a special achievement in his career, emphasizing his innovative approach to contemporary art, having continued to push the boundaries of his medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis pieces, are crafted with painstaking precision, capturing scenes that range from the humorous and light-hearted to the poignant and thought-provoking. Each artwork tells a story, inviting viewers to engage with the miniature world he creates and reflect on the larger themes of life, society, and human nature, making his art both accessible and profoundly moving. These clever juxtapositions not only delight the eye but also provoke deeper contemplation about the intricacies of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about this collection \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly\/the-next-chapter-2024\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or alternatively shop more Nic Joly’s art \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/search?q=nic+joly\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nic Joly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599986471261,"sku":"NJO-ORI-POR-33941","price":9950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/njo-ori-por-33941-having-a-good-time-1_2024-07-18T07-20-42.jpg?v=1745944338"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/collections\/njo_2024-05-16T15-21-23.jpg?v=1751269655","url":"https:\/\/www.castlefineart.com\/en-ca\/collections\/nic-joly.oembed?page=3","provider":"Castle Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}