Nickol Ortiz is a Houston-based ceramic artist. After working as a Registered Dental Assistant for a decade, she decided to pursue her lifelong creative passion by enrolling in the University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Art and Design Program. In 2023, she discovered her love for the ceramic arts and the limitless creative opportunities it brings, combining her love of illustration with ceramics pieces.  She enjoys creating fun and functional pieces that bring color and joy into the homes of others.