About Nicole
Earth is Art. The Photographer is the only Witness. Yann Arthus-Bertrand
About Me
I’ve always been drawn to the natural world—not just the sweeping views, but the quiet, intricate details most people miss. The way light skims over a hidden corner, the texture in something ordinary, or the play between reflection and shadow—those are the moments that captivate me.
Photography, to me, is about more than documentation. It’s about emotion, curiosity, and connection. I want my images to spark questions, stir longing, or linger in the mind long after the moment has passed.
Through my lens, I try to reveal not just the beauty of a place, but its spirit—the history, whispers, and untold stories beneath the surface. When a photograph invites someone into that hidden narrative or leaves them imagining what lies beyond the frame, I know I’ve done my job.
Join me on this visual journey. Whether it’s a place we call home or one we’ve only dreamed of, may these images stir a sense of awe that stays with you long after the shutter closes.
Where to See
What began as a custom framing shop has grown into a full-fledged gallery showcasing paintings, sculpture, photography, pottery, glass, and bronze—all with a special emphasis on Lowcountry themes and regional talent.
Owner Charlene Gardner — who first moved to the area in 1985 — has shaped Four Corners into a collector’s destination where art and service go hand in hand. On top of exhibiting artwork, the gallery offers museum-quality framing, custom installations, and support for artists and collectors alike.
LOWCOUNTRY ARTISTS GALLERY 148 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC
A pioneer in gallery ownership by nine local artists, The Lowcountry Artists Gallery is the oldest artist-owned gallery in Charleston. This cutting-edge gallery showcases exceptional work by selected local artists and entices national and international collectors with multiple styles and subjects.
Open daily and staffed by artists/owners, make plans to stay a while, meet the artists, and select your personal Lowcountry treasure!
CATCHLIGHT GALLERY 118 N Jefferson Ave, West Jefferson NC
The Catchlight Gallery is dedicated solely to the art of photography. In the spring of 2012, photographer Nicole Robinson decided to create a space where talented photographers would have the opportunity to display and sell their work.
A beautiful gallery space grew from a dream into a wonderful reality, evolving into a haven which became available to photographers and the viewing public in the arts district of downtown West Jefferson. This amazing space is still home to a number of fantastic photographic artists.
Exhibits and Honors
- 2025 Academy Center of the Arts: National Juried Photography Exhibit: 2nd Place
- 2025 August Feature: Still Waters: Lowcountry Artists Gallery
- 2024 19th Annual BW Spider Awards: Honorable Mention
- 2024 Charleston Style and Design Feature: Storytelling
- 2023 September: Wickford Art Association: From Ordinary to Extraordinary
- 2023 June Feature: Wave Therapy: Lowcountry Artists Gallery
- 2021 Academy Center of the Arts: National Juried Photography Exhibit:Best in Show
- 2021 Gallery 26: Vendue Hotel: Community Collection
- 2021 16th Annual BW Spider Awards: Honorable Mention
- 2021 September Feature: Dusk to Dawn: Lowcountry Artists Gallery
- 2020 August Feature: Shore Thing: Lowcountry Artists Gallery
- 2020 N. Charleston City Gallery: Solo Exhibit: Abstraction: Tidal Obsession
- 2017-23 Annual Spider B/W Awards Nominee
- 2019 Maryland Federation of Art: Stormy Weather
- 2019 Fuji PrintLife: Grand Central Station NYC
- 2019 March Featured Artist: Lowcountry Artists Gallery: Tidal Obsession
- 2018 Wanderlust: Long Island Photography Gallery
- 2016-17 Souvenirs of Summer: Fabulon Gallery
- 2017 Not Your Typical Love Story: Fabulon Gallery
- 2016 I Live Here: Fabulon Gallery
- 2016-19 Charleston Artis Guild: Juried Signature Exhibit
- 2016-19 Charleston ArtsFest: Black White/Mono
- 2015 Center for Fine Art Photography: Water Exhibit
- 2012-14 Appalachian Mountain: Photography Competition Finalist
- 2012 The Lansing Project