Nikolas Duran-Geiger spent his early childhood in Santa Fe, hunting La Llorona in the arroyo behind his house. He tucked himself in at night under his bed in hopes to befriend El Cucuy. Thus far he remains luckless in both ventures, but he remains hopeful.

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Generations of New Mexican heritage gave way to his love for local folklore and legends. His imagination spices New Mexican tradition with tales of outlaws, fortunes, and misfortune.

His artwork is inspired by ghost towns, disreputable characters, and social outcasts.  He frames the grotesque with the natural beauty of the Southwest.