Meet Nicole DeBarber

Nicole DeBarber is an artist and illustrator whose work explores the relationship between ecology, health, and personal well-being. Through thoughtful imagery and intentional detail, her art invites viewers to consider the delicate interconnectedness between the natural world and the human experience. Nicole’s illustrations often carry a quiet sense of grounding and reflection, blending scientific curiosity with a gentle creative touch. Her work serves as both visual inspiration and a reminder of the importance of balance, care, and the everyday choices that support a healthier world for all.

Nicole DeBarber

Nicole uses pen and watercolor to create poster and narrative illustrations that explore the profound connections between people and the wild, ever-changing world we share. Her work captures the subtle ways we move through our environments and how those environments, in turn, shape us. Through layered storytelling and carefully observed detail, Nicole reflects on our individuality as creatures—each with our own rhythms and instincts—while highlighting the threads of kinship, resilience, and shared experience that bind us together. Her illustrations invite viewers to pause, look closely, and rediscover their place within the larger tapestry of life.