Come and explore the wonderful fanciful worlds created by artist Mike Smith who for many years has been an influential artist both nationally and internationally. Return frequently to see the artist's newest pieces displayed in the gallery. You will find his original watercolors, oils, pastels, bronze sculpture, and acrylics here.
While
in the Army, Mike was stationed in Germany, but, aside from that, he
has spent his life living in and observing the beauty of the Pacific
Northwest. He began sculpting and drawing as a child. Mike received
a degree in English Literature from the University of Portland, taught
briefly, and then became committed to developing his art on a professional
level. Early work was abstract, but Mike soon abandoned schools of
art and developed his unique, colorful style which has subsequently
influenced other artists. His work contains worldwide themes and ideas,
but the focus of his painting and sculpture remains the hill where
he lives. In his thirty plus year career, he has had almost 100 solo
exhibitions of his work which includes watercolor, oil, acrylic, bronze,
ceramic, and printmaking. Mike has had solo shows across the United
States, including Hawaii, as well as in Europe. His work is in public
and private collections around the world.
All
artwork © Mike Smith |