Birthday Surprise!

Who doesn't love a birthday surprise?!?

©2009 By Mike Hale

After a recent visit to our studio Matt was captivated with Mike Hale's epoxy painting series, describing them as "graffiti under glass". Then and there, Mom and Dad knew their search was over and commissioned Mike Hale to produce a piece just for him. With insider information (wink-wink), Mike Hale created an abstract piece based on some of Matt's favorites...golf, science, and of course on top of the list...Sarah! Incorporating epoxy, gold leaf, sand and foil, using representational shapes, embossed images and intentional color fields, the painting took on a life of it's own.

(Detail) ©2009 By Mike Hale

(Detail) ©2009 By Mike Hale

(Detail) ©2009 By Mike Hale

When it came time to open his gift, the man of the hour just couldn't believe his eyes...his very own original Mike Hale painting! It's truly a gift that will be treasured for a lifetime!

Happy Birthday Matt!

Enjoy!

Eat In or TwEAT Out!

BIRDY'S PLACE
Fly on in and pull up a perch!
Today's Sunrise Special
Mealy Worms Over Easy
comes with a...
Side of Suet, Sunflower Seeds & Home Flies
EAT in or TwEAT out!

Another fun American icon to celebrate is the fabulous Diner! Inspired by these stainless steel clad beauties, Mike Hale handcrafts diner-esque, one of a kind birdhouses with our hungry feathered friends in mind! What a great gift idea for the bird enthusiast! ~ Co.

Check please!

Diner Birdhouse © 2009 by MIKE HALE

Migrate in Style with an Airstream Birdhouse!

Equipped with all the amenities of home, your feathered friends will migrate in style in their very own Airstream birdhouse. A luxury hotel on wheels and a welcome change for those weary wings!



Mike Hale's original Airstream birdhouses are a fun way to celebrate the iconic legend of the Airstream. The attention to detail is what gives these beauties such unique character! From bubble windows to TV antennae, spare tires and signature wings...even the metal body has faux rivets! ~ & Co.

Birdhouse ©2009 By MIKE HALE

Sideshow Art

STEP RIGHT UP FOLKS!
Prepare to be SHOCKED and AMAZED
at the sights you are about to see!

Throughout the years Sideshows have been a favorite of all ages, and during the mid 1800's to mid 1900's they played an integral part in most circuses and fairs. For those daring enough to step inside the tent, unimaginable sights and chilling feats were sure to unnerve even the strongest of will. Sword-Swallowers, Contortionists and Human Pincushions were just a few of the oddities hidden behind the canvas walls.

Mike Hale's recent collection of Sideshow paintings is a tribute to the bizarre acts and grand banners that lured in curious onlookers. Below are just a few of the pieces that are currently on display at Sweet Mabel in Narberth, PA. Be sure to stop by for a visit and you too will be SHOCKED and AMAZED!!! ~ Co.

All Paintings: ©2009 By Mike Hale

Personalized Artwork is the Perfect Gift!

In need of a perfect gift for someone special?
Personalized artwork is the answer!

©2009 by Mike Hale

Finding the perfect gift can sometimes be a challenging task, and when our dear friends found themselves in such a predicament Mike Hale came to the rescue! With a bit of insider information in mind, Mike Hale set out to create a unique, personalized, abstract painting for the special Birthday Girl! Being a math major, the incorporation of math equations for this 12" x 12" x 2.5" painting was a must. Her interest in architecture, and favorite color purple also played a part in the composition. The icing on the cake...gold leaf, foil and a bit of texture! What a great way to celebrate! We hope you love it Sarah! Happy Birthday to You! ~ & Co.

UFO Sighting!

UFO sightings over Gilbertsville!
Reports of little green men jam area phone lines!

This out-of-this-world painting is part of a series Mike Hale dedicated to our star-bound neighbors! Made of acrylic, metallic foil, a sprinkle of space dust and a spattering of extra-terrestrial goo, it will surely make you ponder that age-old question...are we truly alone?

© 2009 Mike Hale

The first in the series is "Space Girl" - (15.5" x 13"), complete with polka dot dress, 5 legs, and a cheesy smile! (Hmmm...maybe the moon really IS made of cheese!) ~ & Co.

© 2009 Mike Hale

Necessity IS the Mother of Invention

Out of wrapping paper?!? What to do...what to do... A-ha! Grab that stack of magazines that's been toppling over every time you walk by and snip away! It's a great way to personalize a gift and be green at the same time!

The birthday boy was so impressed with the wrap job...I could of just given him the box! - & Co.

Mike Hale's New Website

Great News! Mike Hale's official website is now up and running. This site focuses strictly on his abstract work, but as you will come to find he expresses his talent in many forms. Please stop by for a visit. mikehaleartist.com

"Edge"
Acrylic & Gold Leaf on Paper
36" x 42"
© 2009 Mike Hale

The website was designed by Linda Jacobs - Art Director Extraordinaire, and brought to life by Rich Moon - Web Developer, both of Epps Advertising. Great job!

Welcome to Our Studio!

Finger painting allowed!
...and all those things you wanted to do growing up.

You just never know what you might find when you walk into our studio.
One thing is for certain, there's never a dull moment...or a clear space to work!

So much to do...so little time!

- & co.

Our world!

Works in progress.


More works in progress.


Like a kid in the candy store!


Future masterpieces!

Bargain bin paints.


The warriors!

Thank You

Because of my 2 greatest motivators I am writing my first post! Girls...you never cease to amaze and inspire me! Thanks so much Leann, of The Old Parsonage, and Linda - Art Director Extraordinaire! Your enthusiasm is contagious! - & Co.