Jill Harrington Nichols

American Painter & Writer

As a contemporary American artist, Jill Harrington Nichols, MFA, thrives on creative diversity. Growing up exploring the natural beauty of coastal Connecticut, she has expanded her horizons to encompass inspirational destinations around the globe—from the quiet light of the Italian landscape to the celestial perspectives of the Vatican Observatory Museum.

Her latest work is a testament to this journey. We invite you to explore new pieces in her additional portfolios.

Inquire & Collect: If you would like to inquire about a specific painting or commission a piece, please contact Jill directly. Various artworks, including limited-edition prints, silk scarves, and writings, can be purchased securely in the Art Shop.

October, 16-23 2026
Join me in capturing the luminous light of Italy. Every detail is taken care of so you can find your voice. A private villa with en-suite bathrooms, regional wine and meals, an atelier, expansive grounds with olive groves, and restful spaces. Open to painters of all levels.

Sunrise Italy oil painting

Painting with the Divine
Friday, June 19 – Sunday, June 21, 2026
Mercy by the Sea, Madison, CT

Register through Mercy by the Sea

Jill Nichols Painting, Cloud in Blue Minor
Cloud in Blue Minor, 36″ x 36″, oil on aluminum

Opening Reception May 31, 1-4,
Through July 18, Crown Gallery at Metro Studios,
345 Railroad Avenue, Bridgeport, CT

On the Brink, oil painting of the homeless in Sacramento
On the Brink, oil on canvas

When traveling through Sacramento, CA, I was struck by the number of people in encampments that stretched for miles. I tend toward painting beauty which appears in the sky; however, it is drowned out by the miles of human suffering, with no home and scant food. In an unprecedented time, there are thousands of people barely existing in a world that is on the brink, tetering toward annihilation.