Nico Amortegui is an NC-based artist who was born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia. He has lived and worked in the United States since the late 90s. Known for large-scale paintings and installations, his mural and sculpture works can be found in numerous cities throughout NC, as well as Atlanta, DC, and Tel Aviv. Nico has completed 12 solo shows in four states since 2012 and 50+ group shows throughout the East Coast, including eight museums. He enjoys creating with found objects, spending time in his ceramics studio, and caring for his elaborate garden. Nico lives in Charlotte with his wife, two daughters, and studio companion - a chocolate Lab.