Aileen N. Nichols

Hello! My name is Aileen (pronounced: A-lean) : artist, educator, nature enthusiast, library geek. (Oh yes, and aficionado of excellent snackies).

Welcome to my art portfolio! I'm from the San Francisco Bay Area (and a Star Wars Jedi at heart!). Creative practices are essential to my work in education. Prior to becoming a public school teacher in California, I received my Bachelor of Arts in English, with minors in Art Studio and Music at the University of California, Davis. When not teaching, I enjoy food excursions, hiking, drawing, painting, printmaking, and hanging with my tortoise, Buddy.

A lifelong learner, I have ventured from classroom teaching into the world of outdoor education with the IslandWood Environment, Education, & Community graduate program. As I pursue a Masters in Education with the University of Washington, I seek to deepen my understanding of environmental and cultural connection, mindfulness, and transdisciplinary learning through art and science. Curiosity and creativity offer limitless opportunities to learn. Happy exploring!