Michael is a Signature member of Hudson Valley Art Association, NY
Michael is also Artist Member of Connecticut Academy of Fine Art, CT. Michael’s work stems from an aesthetic sense rooted in the beauty of light combined with an understanding of the subject matter. (photo by Jose Leiva)
Interpreting from nature, he sees objects in the visual world created out of abstract shapes as explained by an undulating rise and fall of light and color. In producing still life pieces, Michael works exclusively from life. His compositions most often utilize common or rustic objects.
Michael’s home state of Maine has endless locations for inspiring landscape subject matter. His love of plein air painting frequently brings him to locations along Maine’s coast and inland- as well as around the country. The works made during these trips are exhibited as plein air works, and also used as references for studio works to be painted later.
Michael’s thoughts: “Creating artwork is a life long learning process. I see learning as a central tenant to the creative process. Each work is new, and to create an inspired image, requires unique thinking to bring it to completion. How technique is used so as to carve out emotion and 
beauty must be infused anew into each work – and cannot be copied from previous works. Each work is a new journey in learning how to make that happen. Having said that- for me there is a kind of dichotomy present because in order for a painting to be considered a work of art, one must be free enough to not over think the work at hand. The work is completed in a frame of mind that is almost (or is) subconscious – the painting gets to be beautiful because the artist drove it there. Instinct tamed by intentionality and principals, not formula.
National and Regional Exhibits 2004 to present
Oil Painters of America National Exhibition, Oil Painters of America Eastern Regional Exhibit, The Boston Guild of Artists, Allied Artists of America, Salmagundi Club, Hudson Valley Art Association, Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts, Richeson International, Lyceum Gallery, Gallery 5, Prouts Neck Country Club, Turner Center for the Arts, Calitano Gallery, Nettie Ricker Gallery, Design Center, Atrium Gallery, Artist Magazine 28th Annual, Hilton Garden Exhibit, and others including hosting at converted barn – home studio.