Michael currently resides in South Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. He has studied fine art extensively, earning a BFA from the University of British Columbia. Mike's eclectic and thoughtful paintings reflect his interest in nature, philosophy, and spirituality. The goal being to create art that is both beautiful and engaging to the mind. His work hangs in collections in Europe, Asia, and throughout North America.
"In painting, as in life, my approach is built upon a foundation of creativity, imagination, and the appeal of the mysterious. I derive enormous pleasure from the exploration of colour, pattern, and design. While the mode might be loosely defined as representational, the method is highly intuitive which allows plenty of room for raw energy, traces of process, and liberal happenstance. Occasionally, I am compelled to 'work-in' areas of intense and ambiguous detail. All the while attempting to foster an energy of involvement. Creating works of art is about occupying the fulcrum between the absolute unknown and the moment of knowing - a wonderful spot to place one self."
"In painting, as in life, my approach is built upon a foundation of creativity, imagination, and the appeal of the mysterious. I derive enormous pleasure from the exploration of colour, pattern, and design. While the mode might be loosely defined as representational, the method is highly intuitive which allows plenty of room for raw energy, traces of process, and liberal happenstance. Occasionally, I am compelled to 'work-in' areas of intense and ambiguous detail. All the while attempting to foster an energy of involvement. Creating works of art is about occupying the fulcrum between the absolute unknown and the moment of knowing - a wonderful spot to place one self."
"Sensuality is our birthright.
My aim: to create a rich legacy of paintings that
sustain and celebrate this romantic spirit.
A tacit poetry. A balm to soothe the soul."
MSavage 02/14/04
My aim: to create a rich legacy of paintings that
sustain and celebrate this romantic spirit.
A tacit poetry. A balm to soothe the soul."
MSavage 02/14/04
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ExhibitionsArt in the Garden, CACWRD, South Surrey, 06/07
Spirit of Winter, Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery, Whistler, 11/06
Celebrating Small, The Avenue Gallery, Victoria, B.C. 11/06
Artsolutley Fabulous 2007, CACWRD, White Rock, 11/06
The Avenue Gallery, Victoria, B.C., Ongoing
Denise Bezanson Art Consulting, Vancouver, B.C., 05/06
Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery, Whistler, B.C., Ongoing
Vancouver International Airport, Richmond, B.C., 05/06
Heart to Hearth', Kelowna Art Gallery, Kelowna, B.C., 07/04
Jenkins Showler Gallery, White Rock, B.C., Ongoing
Liberty, Vancouver, West Vancouver, Langley, B.C. 06/03-11/05
A Taste of Ocean Park, Surrey, B.C., 03/05-06/04
Surrey Art Gallery, 'ARTS 2003', Surrey, B.C., 05/03
NAS Gallery, 'Sounds of Spring', White Rock, B.C., 05/03
NAS Gallery, 'Grand opening', White Rock, B.C., 08/02
Rendez-Vous Gallery, Vancouver, 99-04
Aim for the Arts International, Vancouver, 08/00
Winter Show, FCA Gallery, Vancouver, 02/00
Water Street Gallery, Vancouver, Summer/99
Pegasus Gallery, Salt Spring Island, Summer/95
V.C.A.C. Gallery, Vancouver, 05/90
Pitt Gallery,Vancouver, 06/88
MacEwen Fine Art, Solo, Vancouver, 05/88
Artrageous' - 20 New Painters, Vancouver, 04/88
A.M.S. Gallery, U.B.C., Solo, 02/88
Minerou Theater, Richmond, Summer/86
Images-86, Expo 86, Vancouver, Summer/86
B.C. Festival of the Arts, Prince George, Spring/86
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Publications and Reviews Magazinart, Feature, 07/04
CityTV, Cityline, Feature, Liberty Design, 10/03
The Surrey/North Delta Leader, 'Sounds of Spring', 05'02/03
The Peace Arch News, 'Louder Than Words', 04'26/03
The Langley Times, 'The Sounds of Spring', 04'26'03
The Now - Surrey/Delta/White Rock, 'Chasing Fleeting Spring', 04'16/03
The Now - Surrey/Delta/White Rock, 'Savage Beauty', 05'27/00
CBC Television, 'Break Away', 12/88
Vancouver Sun, B.C. Arts Festival Review, 05/86
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Awards
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Education
Collections
Exhibitions
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Publications and Reviews
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Awards
- ARTS 2003, Surrey Art Gallery, 2nd place - Painting, 05/03
- Helen Pitt Scholarship, /88
- B.C. Cultural Fund, /88
- B.C. Arts Festival, Award of Excellence, Painting, /86
- Delta Arts Council, Best Painting, /86
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Education
- Bachelor of Fine Arts,U.B.C., /91
- Emily Carr College of Art and Design, /82-84
Collections
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