Jill Harrington Nichols

As an artist, Jill Harrington Nichols thrives on creative diversity. Growing up in coastal Connecticut she spent countless days exploring the natural beauty of the area. Her horizons have expanded as she pursues an array of inspirational locations around the globe. You’ll find her latest paintings, news, and events below. Select paintings by category; works on metal, the cosmos, seascapes, and landscapes. To inquire about a painting please contact Jill. A variety of her artwork, including: paintings, prints, silk scarves, plus writings can be purchased directly in the Art Shop.

“Divine Cosmos”
October 21 – December 9, 2024
Exhibition at Clare Gallery
285 Church Street, Hartford, CT, 06103
9 am– 4 pm Monday through Saturday
Sundays 9 –11:30 am 

“Divine Cosmos”: Art with a Specola Connection

Originals of “Phi”, 101″ x 36″ (above), oil on copper, and Juno, 60″ x 72″, featured in

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Jill teaching painting

Jill teaching painting

Paint in Italy

8 Days – 7 nights All Inclusive
Private Villa and Studio
Sept. 19 – Sept. 26, 2025
Live the dream painting in the heart of Italy. Private Villa and Studio. Immerse yourself in the Beauty of Italy, just 1 1/2 hours from the Rome airport
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Paint in France

8 Days – 7 nights All Inclusive
Private Castle 
September, 2025
Plein Air Workshop in the heart of the Dordogne. Capture the magic of Southwest France, in the heart of the Dordogne. Private Grand Château
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Paint Local
and Online

In-person and online painting workshops, classes, lessons, and video tutorials. Choose from one of many opportunities to gain confidence and take risks in your painting. Locations include: Silvermine Arts Center in New Canaan, Rowayton Arts Center, Kinstler Studio in Easton, Southport Studios, Huntington Center, online, and free videos.
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Insights – find out more about Jill’s journey and thought process.

Washington D.C. Oil on Linen, 24" x 36", collection of James and Patrice Comey

Jill’s painting “Washington D.C.” served as the backdrop for the former FBI Director’s “Face the Nation” interview.
Saw Mr. Comey on Face the Nation. The painting struck me like a thunderbolt. Found it and you! Magnificent!” Sarah U.
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The Comey Rule

Jill’s painting, “Grand Canyon” appeared in “The Comey Rule” set of the former FBI Director’s office. Read More.

Director of the Vatican Observatory, Brother Guy Consolmagno, with Jill Nichols and her painting, 'Phi'.

Jill with Brother Guy, Director of the Vatican Observatory Museum, viewing Jill’s painting, “Phi”.
Learn about “Phi”.
Read more about “Juno”.