about — maddienicolas.studio
Join me for a workshop!
Make a BAG x U Workshop Series | Oct-Nov 2026 in Chicago, IL
I'm Maddie, the face behind maddienicolas.studio.
I create and transform textiles into wearable and functional works of art, with a focus on material reuse, zero waste methods, and storytelling through photography.
On View | Current & Upcoming
2026
Chicago Textile Fair: Sustainable Communities | Gallery Wrightwood, Chicago, IL
Opens October 9
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YEA! Exhibit | International Quilt Festival, Houston, TX
Opens November 12
Past
Balikbayan Book Club Fundraiser | Rizal Center, Chicago, IL
Featured Artist | 2026
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Home Improvements | Kavanagh Gallery of Fine Line Creative Arts Center, St. Charles, IL
Group Exhibition | 2026
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Lines & Language | Prism Spaces Gallery, Chicago, IL
Group Exhibition | 2026
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Mobilize | Art Inspiring Activism with Wild & Scenic Film Festival | The Granucci Gallery, Grass Valley, CA & Rood Center, Nevada City, CA
Winner of the Best in Photography Award | Group Exhibition | 2026
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Taking Pictures: 2026 | Black Box Gallery, Portland, OR
Group Exhibition | 2026
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Hold Space Retreat | Ox-Bow School of Art and Artist Residency, Saugatuck, MI
Artist in Residence | 2025
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Earth Day Sew-a-thon & Community Clothing Swap, Oakland, CA
Organizer | 2023
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SOMA Pilipinas Public Art Portfolio, San Francisco, CA
Concept Design Artist | 2021
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Kapwa Exhibit & Public Programs | PNDA LahiARTS, San Francisco, CA
Workshop Leader | 2020