About the Artist

Scott Nickerson was born in Jersey City, New Jersey in the fall of 1970. His passion for the art world evolved as he matured and he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the School of Visual Arts, New York City in 1996. Scott studied under many extremely talented instructors at SVA, including renowned figurative painter and draftsman, Steven Assael. Scott continued his studies after graduation at the Art Students League, New York City and Studio Incamminati, Philadelphia with distinguished artist and teacher, Nelson Shanks.

In 1997 Scott began to share his knowledge and love of painting with his own students, teaching classes at several locations across Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Many of his courses work directly from live models, allowing the students an extensive study of each pose. When not teaching, Scott can be found working at his Long Branch Studio on commissioned portraits.  His work is displayed worldwide in private and public collections, including universities and government agencies.

On July 1. 2023 , Scott opened the doors to his new studio located at 220 Broadway , in Long Branch ,New Jersey at the Trident Arts Building , less than a mile from the beach. A full schedule of classes offered at this studio will be made available soon.  All scheduled classes at Colorest in Red Bank will continue as well .