Nelson is a soon-to-be graduate of Point Loma Nazarene’s College of Art and Design in San Diego.
They grew up making art, and found a deep love of oil paint in college. They specialize in oil painting, printmaking, and finding new ways to make weird art.
They enjoy looking for beauty in the mundane, the uncomfortable, and the strange. Their work has always been extremely genuine and open, whether they are portraying loved ones, religious icons, or personal stories.
They have had several solo exhibitions, and have been included in a handful of group shows. Recently, Nelson had a solo exhibition in the spring of 2025 in San Diego. Nelson intends to keep creating art until they drop, and has high aspirations for their future.
Milla Nelson is a painter and fine artist born and raised in Southern California.
Specialties
Painting
Drawing
Printmaking
Curriculum Vitae
Education
2021-Present
BA, Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego CA
Solo Exhibitions
2025
Have You Ever Been in Love?, Cabrillo Gallery, PLNU, San Diego CA
2025
Revenant, Keller Gallery, PLNU, San Diego CA
2023
Portrait Series, Mike Hess Brewery, Point Loma, San Diego CA
Group Exhibitions
2025
Various Sculpture Pieces, Único Coffee Co., Día de los Muertos Group Show, San Diego CA
2025
“Les Filles,” Lovesick Group Show, Único Coffee Co., San Diego CA
2025
“Lamb of God,” Highlights Show 2025, Keller Gallery, PLNU, San Diego CA
2023
“Lamentations of Womanhood,” March Group Show at Mike Hess Brewery, San Diego CA
2022
“Manhunt,” November Group Show at Mike Hess Brewery, San Diego CA
2022
“Robot,” October Group Show, Mike Hess Brewery, San Diego CA