Location: Canada
Artist’s B I O
Stephen Nicholas is an internationally recognized sculptor whose practice spans over
four decades, blending spiritual symbolism with refined craftsmanship. Trained in both
mechanical technology and fine arts, Nicholas brings exceptional structural precision to
marble, onyx, fiberglass, and mixed-media sculptures. His work draws inspiration from
Gandhara statuary, Buddhist philosophy, and South Asian sacred traditions, resulting in
timeless forms that balance serenity, movement, and cultural depth.
Nicholas’s signature series—Laughing Buddha, Fasting Buddha, Gandhara-style
Bodhisattvas, and Dancing Horses—are sought after by private collectors, interior
designers, and galleries for their enduring aesthetic and contemplative presence. His
sculptures are held in private collections and permanent installations across Asia and
North America.
Now based in Canada, Nicholas continues to produce limited, collectible works that offer
both artistic integrity and long-term value for discerning collectors.
Artist Statement – Stephen Nicholas
Stone & Fiberglass Sculptor | Traditional to Contemporary Forms
For over two decades, I have shaped timeless stories from stone—bringing ancient aesthetics and cultural symbolism into the spaces of today. As a Ontario-based sculptor working with marble, onyx, and fiberglass, my work bridges classical traditions with contemporary interior design needs.
My journey began quietly in the heart of Karachi—once known as the City of Lights—where I sculpted in solitude, unknown yet deeply committed to my craft. Over the years, my name became recognized among gallery owners, interior designers, and exporters for delivering sculptures that capture both historical reverence and modern sensibility.
I am best known for my Gandhara-inspired statuary—particularly my representations of the serene Buddha, the meditative “Fastening Buddha,” and the joyful Far-Eastern Laughing Buddha. These works, often carved in fine marble and rich green onyx, resonate with spiritual harmony and cultural depth.
Another recurring theme in my portfolio is the "Dancing Horse" series, inspired by the annual Cattle Show of the Indus Valley—a celebration of heritage and rhythm captured in form and motion. These equine sculptures evoke energy, elegance, and historical pride.
Today, I continue to collaborate closely with interior designers, showroom curators, and art buyers—offering custom and ready-made sculptures in a variety of styles and materials. My aim is to create pieces that not only complement sophisticated interiors but also carry a soul, a history, and a sense of place.
Whether you are a collector, designer, or curator, I invite you to explore a sculptural journey where tradition meets innovation—and where each form tells a story in stone sculptures.
– Stephen Nicholas
Stone & Sculpture Artisan
"The Lost Coin" a relief sculpture carved on styrofoam, mounted on wooden panel, covered with sculpturing clay and finished with spray paint. Also a version of my collection of 13 "French Curve Art Illustrations". I draw from June - December 1989. Now I reform these illustrations into painting and relief sculptures in modern material and techniques.
Girls on Lakeshore 18x24-24x36 2024 $1600-2000 (W: 3.306lb)
"The Lost Coin" is an acrylic painting version of the "French Curve Art Illustration" series of 13 Illustrations, I drew in 1989. Available in 18" x 24" and 24" x 36" sizes.
"The Wine Serving Girl" is an acrylic painting version of the "French Curve Art Illustration" series of 13 Illustrations, I drew in 1989. Available in 18" x 24" and 24" x 36" sizes.
"The Lost Coin" a relief sculpture carved on Styrofoam, mounted on the wooden panel, covered with sculpturing clay and finished with spray paint. Also a version of my collection of 13 "French Curve Art Illustrations". I draw from June - December 1989. Now I reform these illustrations into painting and relief sculptures in modern material and techniques.
“The Lost Coin”
“Girls on Lakeshore”
“The Wine Serving Girl”
“The Lost Coin (Relief)”
