Nico Cathcart
About the artist
Nico Cathcart is a contemporary muralist and multidisciplinary artist whose work explores themes of resilience, environmentalism, and the intricate balance between the natural and urban worlds. Born in Toronto, Canada, she currently lives in Richmond, Virginia. Cathcart uses her work to engage communities and spark conversations about pressing social and ecological issues. Her signature skull motifs blending elements of decay and renewal to evoke a sense of interconnectedness and transformation and serve as poignant reminders of mortality and the cycles of life, while her depictions of flora and fauna symbolize adaptability and survival in changing environments. In addition to her public art, Cathcart’s studio practice spans painting, mixed media, and installation art, allowing her to further explore personal narratives and broader cultural themes. As a hearing-impaired artist, she is an advocate for accessibility and representation within the arts, frequently incorporating her lived experiences into her work via time based ASL motion capture paintings, which illustrate sign language words and concepts. Cathcart’s murals can be found across the United States, transforming public spaces into vibrant canvases that inspire reflection and dialogue. She has exhibited widely, participated in major mural festivals, and collaborated with organizations committed to sustainability and social impact.