"It's not about the bike"

1/26/2021

"It's not about the bike"
Stolen from Lance You Know Who

I had a bike once.
It was stolen (along with the extension cord for the deepfreeze). I thought it a direct message from God. Clearly I wasn't meant to have a bike.
No more cycling for me.
Reading a book is just fine too....

Painting cyclists was always about the movement. The light. And not about the bike, the detail or the sport. But maybe now its about the freedom. The freedom to bugger off into the distance and enjoy the fresh air during covid?

Voyages in the Wind...
Cyclist Series - 90x150cm

Spiritual Journey...
Cyclist Series - 90x150cm

Courage and Fortitude...
Cyclist Series - 90x120cm

4 Comments

Raphael Soetan

2/16/2026 07:47:45 pm

Hello Nicole,

Do you still have some bike pantings left? I’m referring to something like the “Spiritual Journey”. Also, what currency is your price list in?

Thanks,
Raphael

Nicole link

5/19/2026 01:43:04 am

Hi Raphael. I think I may have one cyclist painting in circulation. I can check for you if you like or can paint a bespoke cycling artwork for you? My currency is South African Rands.

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3/9/2026 01:57:03 am

I love how you capture the essence of freedom in your paintings.

Nicole link

5/19/2026 01:44:05 am

Thank you so much :)