Original Art. Lasting Presence.
Carter Nolden is the creative studio of artist Roland Carter, presenting original contemporary paintings and new works for collectors.
At the heart of Carter Nolden is a belief that art is more than something to look at — it is something to feel. Each work is created to bring character, emotion and a distinct presence into the spaces in which people live.
Alongside Roland Carter’s work, Carter Nolden presents a considered selection of contemporary artists chosen for their originality, craftsmanship and individual vision.
The Artist Behind the Work
Roland Carter’s work is shaped by travel, colour and a deeply personal sense of spirituality.
Inspired by time spent in the Caribbean, Roland draws from its intense light, vibrant colours and natural energy. These experiences have become part of his visual language — transformed into paintings that balance freedom, emotion and intuition.
For Roland, colour is more than something to see. It carries memory, energy and spirit. Each painting is an original expression of that connection, created to bring its own presence and atmosphere into a space.