About
Artist Statement
I create abstract, visionary and surrealist art through unique nature photographs. Creating art is a natural form of communication and therapy for me. I use the camera lens to express a mixture of inspiration, spirituality and fascination. I have always been intrigued by mysterious topics like the unconscious mind and existentialism. The creation of abstract realism allows me to explore two contrasting realms at once. A realm that is entirely interconnected and one that is not. The inter-connectivity and realism lies within the actual existence and metaphor of the subject. The abstract composition which makes a subject unfamiliar and the isolated exploration to find subjects represents the disconnection.
My abstract nature photo work is created while hiking or exploring after my inhibitions have freely dissipated. During this naturally heightened and relaxed state of mind, I become in tune with my surroundings and breathe in the experience. I then search for metaphors within organic subjects such as lichen, silt and rock. Numerous parallels of life come to mind before a composition is discovered such as chaos, order, contrast, texture, rhythm, pattern, balance, unbalance, birth and death. Above all, I am hunting for evidence of wisdom through an abstract natural vision.
My montage work is a culmination of artistic techniques, a love for nature combined with psychological, religious, and political explorations. The techniques I am using to create this work combine the many different mediums I’ve explored over the years, printmaking, sculpture, photography and graphic design. The montages represent visionary reflections of my personal experiences as well as expressing my interest in the relationships between art, existence, the unconscious, reflection, dreams, archetypes and nature. I believe that we may be able to psychically find answers within nature through acute observation and reflection techniques. My photography montage work is an organic means to meditate and contemplate ancient ideas and beliefs which have become either hidden or forgotten. The montage work is created by reflecting abstract nature photographs. I do not use layering or filter manipulations in any of my works.
Artist Biography
MF (Michael) was born in Worcester, Massachusetts. His fascination for nature, creativity and imagination began at an early age. While attending high school Michael developed a love for expression through several artistic mediums. In 2000 he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Framingham State College. The focal points of Michael’s art education were printmaking, sculpture, photography and design. Today Michael is a Visual Artist and freelance Graphic Designer who calls Vermont his home. Michael’s love for nature, hiking, adventure and exploration have brought him to many beautiful places. During his inspirational travels, Michael became creative on foot and reclaimed his love for photography. Michael’s photography and montage work is a product of a life long artistic goal, which is to create abstract imagery that many can relate to, understand and enjoy. His method of abstraction is based on the natural world, unique perception, composition, reflection, subject matter and exploration.
Exhibitions and Events
2009 Alumni Group Show, Mazmanian Gallery, Framingham State College, Framingham MA
2009 Nature’s Whispers, Nature’s Shouts, Group Show, Vermont Photo Place Gallery, Middlebury VT
2009 Private Collection, Kinzelman Art Consulting, Houston TX
2009 The Burlington International Waterfront Festival & Fine Art Fair, Burlington City Arts, Burlington VT
2009 Waterbury’s 8th Annual Stowe Street Arts Festival & Fine Art Fair, Waterbury VT
2009 Featured Artist, Market Vermont, Montpelier VT
2010 April Artist of the Month, Giclee of New England, Palmer MA
2010 Abstracts in Nature Competition Judge, Trinity Arts Photo Club, Bedford TX
2010 Featured Artist, Keith Widgor’s Surrealism Now!, New York NY