User:Rachello30/Michael Summers

Michael Summers (born 1974 in Los Angeles), is a contemporary acrylic painter who lives in Oceanside, California with his wife and four cats.

Early Life
Michael moved from Los Angeles, California to Joshua Tree, California with his parents before he was able to walk. In his early twenties he left California to live in such diverse places as Virginia, Missouri, and Texas (where he met his wife). He then returned to California to study art at San Diego State University.

Career
Michael graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

Style
Michael’s style can be described as Pop Surrealist with a whimsical vibe. His inspirations include the art of the late Renaissance & Baroque, the clockwork wonders of turn of the century brass and steam, antiques, vintage 70’s & 80’s animation & toys, comic books, early science fiction, pulp fiction novels, classic monster movies, American roots music, and the dry, dusty land of the Mojave desert.

Quotation
“Our everyday lives are filled with wonder, beauty, and magic, if only we allow our eyes to see it.”

Exhibitions / Collections / Selected Works

 * "Seeking Balance" Artist Exhibition & Champagne Reception, San Diego (2012)

Awards and Honors

 * Official Poster/Brochure Artist for the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival (Nov 2011)

See Also / External Links

 * http://www.ecgallery.com