Early Evening

Nicolette Jelen is best known for her aquatint and mezzotint techniques that she pioneered in the early 80s, landscape images, and her iconic palm motifs. The emblematic image of this tropical tree appears and reappears throughout Jelen’s body-of-work in various diverse mediums, such as painted paper and glass. She superimposes delicate branches and leaves on top of her industrial surfaces and boxes, inviting our eyes to follow the passage of light and meaning beneath the surface of her art.

Jelen's meticulous glass, mirror, and paper works result in immersive depth and varied perspective, showcasing her multifaceted background and the places she has called home over the years. The ornate patterning on her diverse materials are reflective of her Hungarian heritage and the shared cultural backgrounds of North Africa, France, and the tranquil landscapes of The Hamptons.

Born and raised in Morocco, Nicolette received several degrees at the Sorbonne in Paris, and completed further studies in New York at the Art Students League and at Pratt Graphic Center while working at the Printmaking Workshop. She currently has a studio and press in Sag Harbor.

Nicolette’s work has been published and distributed in the U.S. and Internationally by John Szoke, Hugh McKay, Vincent Fitzgerald, Ronbie Editions, Progressive Editions and Atlantic Art. Recently, Nicolette has been exhibiting at selected fairs in the U.S., from California to New York, where she has won a number of awards.