Karen Nikgol (b.1983) is a painter, director, filmmaker and curator. His work is often centered around power, mysticism, the erotic and contemporary subcultural structures. Nikgols paintings are surreal, expressive, vibrant and often tell narratives of outsiders- communicating with the Weimar painting tradition of Neue Sachlicheit.

In his performance productions, Nikgol works with dancers, scenographers and actors to create mystical narratives that produce a spiritual and vital energy for the audience, a ritualistic club experience. Nikgol has directed 4 stage productions.

His works have been shown in the US, Italy, England and Norway.