Meet the Artist: Daniel Nie

More than 250 artists from around the country will descend upon the city to sell their creations at the 50th annual on July 13-16. As part of our continued coverage of the fair, Wyandotte Patch is highlighting select artists.

Daniel Nie of DanNie Studio
Ashburn, VA (greater Washington, D.C., area)

How long have you been selling at the Wyandotte Street Art Fair? 8 years

What do you sell? I take the letters from a person's name, then hand paint a stylish design that I call "Coolligraphy." This design can be used as a logo for a pendant, Facebook, embroidery, tattoo, etc.

What is your booth number at this year's fair? 35

Out of all the fairs in the country, why do you choose to participate in Wyandotte’s? It is a very organized festival. Plus, the public just loves my work. They love to watch me getting their names done on the spot.

Tell us an interesting tidbit about yourself or your work. I graduated with an art degree from Wake Forest University in 1984. I was one of the first students from “Red” China to graduate from the U.S. I received a master's degree in fine arts from American University in 1987. I've studied classical art with traditional landscapes and portraits. I've worked on all mediums, including Chinese watercolors, oils and acrylics.