Jason Nicholas

Jason Nicholas is an architect, artist, and high school teacher dedicated to inspiring creative confidence and helping others explore their artistic potential. With a career rooted in architecture and design, Jason shares his passion for loose-style architectural sketching—a method that emphasizes capturing the essence and personality of structures while embracing imperfection and spontaneity. Jason’s influences include Bob Ross, Jim Henson, and Walt Disney, whose work inspired his belief in creativity as a tool for connection, mindfulness, and joy. Whether sketching New York City skyscrapers, coastal shacks, or whimsical imaginary buildings, Jason’s work reflects his fascination with the built environment and his commitment to capturing its unique character. Jason mentors students to discover their creative voices. His teaching extends beyond the classroom through workshops, online courses, and his YouTube channel, The Inkspired Life, where he shares sketching techniques, mindset tips, and his infectious enthusiasm for art. Jason’s SKETCH framework—focused on seeking inspiration, keeping an open mind, embracing imperfections, taking a loose approach, capturing personality, and having fun—guides artists to develop their skills and confidence. Through his work, Jason aims to connect, inspire, and transform, encouraging others to embrace their unique artistic journeys.