Art of the State: Pennsylvania 2012

I am honored to announce "Origin" has been selected for exhibition at "Art of the State: Pennsylvania 2012" hosted in The State Museum of Pennsylvania.

"Origin"

© 2010 by Mike Hale

Acrylic & Sand on Canvas

8' x 4' x 3"

The 45th annual exhibit showcases the talents of Pennsylvania artists and includes works by 115 artists from 30 Pennsylvania counties. Astonishingly, there were 1,836 entries received from 680 artists which means only 6% of the work was selected!

The show opens to the public on June 17, 2012 and runs through September 9, 2012.

The State Museum of Pennsylvania is located adjacent to the State Capitol in Harrisburg and offers not only this wonderful exhibition but expansive permanent collections of our state's heritage. 

Please visit this link for more information and museum hours:  http://www.statemuseumpa.org/museum.html

"The Last One"

I am proud to announce my painting, "The Last One", has been selected to exhibit in the Philadelphia/Tri State Artists Equity Association 63rd Anniversary Members' Juried Exhibition.

 "The Last One"

© 2011 by Mike Hale

Acrylic & Gold Leaf on Wood Panel

48" x 32" x 3"

Acclaimed Philadelphia founder and gallery owner, Sande Webster of Sande Webster Gallery tackled the overwhelming process of selecting the art for this show.  For over 42 years Sande Webster has remained committed to the arts, gaining worldwide respect as a pioneer exhibiting artists because of their talents, not race, and bringing diversity to the art world.

Until all was said and done, only 52 pieces were chosen out of the 250 pieces submitted.  It is an amazing collection of work and an impressive show.  If you are in the area, stop by the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts at West Chester University, West Chester PA.  The show will be on exhibit through April 24, 2012.

There is still time!

If you haven't had a chance to visit my show at LGTripp Gallery there is still time!  The work will be on exhibit through February 25, 2012 so stop by and enjoy this event.

"Then" - © 2012 by Mike Hale
95" x 19"
Acrylic on Wood Panel

The response has been phenomenal and I am very thankful for the support. A great deal of time and energy goes into putting a show like this together, but it is You who make all the difference.

"Moment" - © 2012 by Mike Hale
96" x 28"
Acrylic on Wood Panel

It is You, who come and share in the excitement.

"Impulse" - © 2012 by Mike Hale
95" x 19"
Acrylic on Wood Panel

It is You who stop to observe, ask questions, and express your thoughts.

"Aurora" - © 2012 by Mike Hale

96" x 28"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

It is You who become the final piece that completes the show.

"Parallel" - © 2012 by Mike Hale

96" x 28"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

...and that is why I want to say - "Thank You!"

 LGTripp Gallery

47 N. 2nd St.

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Gallery Hours:

Tuesday by Appointment

Wednesday, 12 - 5 pm

Thursday - Saturday, 11 - 6 pm 

Come see the "Aurora" Borealis at LGTripp Gallery

"Aurora" - © 2012 by Mike Hale
96" x 28"
Acrylic on Wood Panel

If you have seen the aurora borealis you will agree the color is magnificent.  If you have yet to share in the phenomena, stop by LGTripp Gallery and enjoy the experience.

"Aurora" - © 2012 by Mike Hale - Detail 

Primarily a show of black and white paintings - "Aurora" boasts 8 feet of spectacular color!

The exhibit features an exciting new series of work based upon pushing boundaries, altering techniques and inventing new forms of application.

...through February 25, 2012.

 LGTripp Gallery

47 N. 2nd St.

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Gallery Hours:

Tuesday by Appointment

Wednesday, 12 - 5 pm

Thursday - Saturday, 11 - 6 pm

New Work at LGTripp Gallery

 

"Child" - © 2012 by Mike Hale

My exhibition at LGTripp Gallery in Philadelphia, PA is underway. This show features new work, some very large...8 feet, and some very small...4 inches. The exhibit runs from from February 3 - 25, 2012. If you happen to be in Philadelphia please stop by.

LGTripp Gallery

47 N. 2nd St.

Philadelphia, PA 19106


Tuesday by Appointment

Wednesday, 12 - 5 pm

Thursday - Saturday, 11 - 6 pm

Be Original - Buy Original

With dozens of catalogs and e-blasts filling our mailbox and inbox everyday it's easy to get caught up in the "what's hot now" web of style. Sadly enough, today's trends quickly turn into yesterday's has been's and soon end up as dusty inhabitants living in our attics, closets and garages.

Each and everyone one of us is uniquely different and we have our own styles. We express ourselves, through clothing, cars, pets, music...the list is endless. The same goes for our homes. They are extensions of our self expression. So why be like everyone else when it comes to the way we decorate? Why hang the same print that thousands of others have hanging on their walls?  Be original, get creative, and purchase a one-of-a-kind work of art. You don't have to spend a lot of money, or travel to a big city, original art and artists can be found in virtually every neighborhood, at every social gathering, and with the help of the internet the possibilities are endless! Next time you are in the market for something new and different, be the talk of town...

BE ORIGINAL - BUY ORIGINAL!

© Some for You, More for Me

2009

Acrylic on Canvas

4" x 4"

$35

© Moment of Time
2007
Acrylic on Canvas
12" x 12" 
$250

© Invisible
*SOLD* 

 

Abstract Paintings for Corporate Spaces

Mike Hale and Co. is back to blogging! It's been a busy couple of months, with commissions coming in and more prospects on the horizon, so we want to keep everyone in touch with what's happening in the studio. 

Everyone knows how vast and vacant corporate interiors can be. Office space with stark, blank hallways tend to feel cold, unfinished and uninviting.

Fortunately, Mike Hale has just the solution...original artwork!

 ©2010 By Mike Hale

This 2 panel, 48" x 48" acrylic and mixed media painting does just the trick by brightening up this office space located in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania!

 ©2010 By Mike Hale

Because art can be very subjective and sometimes challenging to pin down, Mike Hale first presents customers with smaller versions of paintings to help with the decision making process.

©2010 By Mike Hale

With rave reviews, the painting successfully transformed the corporate interior into an inviting, warm and interesting area.  Although the photographs do not show the entire office environment, the soft colors, textures and movement of this piece compliment the designer's choice of carpet, furniture and wall colors.

Mike Hale works extraordinarily well within all budgets, both corporate and residential. He has produced pieces as small as 4" x 4" and as large as 8' x 8'. He is open to commissioned work as well as "go wild and have fun" paintings. So, if you have just the space or are looking for that unique and creative gift, give us a shout!

BE ORIGINAL - BUY ORIGINAL!

Welcome home Honeymooners!

Recently we celebrated the marriage of two incredible people! As we all know, weddings are a special event, but the time and energy it takes to pull it all together is staggering! So when the bride asked Mike Hale to create a painting especially for the groom, he couldn't pass up the "request of honor". It seems the groom has a passion for Ferrari's, but a car wasn't covered in the wedding budget. A-ha! Why not improvise? A painting of a Ferrari...Mike Hale style! After tracking down the official red paint, Mike Hale went to work incorporating an iridescent Ferrari logo (left side) that visibly changes colors from different viewing directions, and imitated a speeding Ferrari using the official paint!

 

"John"

©2009 by Mike Hale

Being that marriage is a union of two people, we decided to surprise them both with a second painting representing the bride! Marci's love for Fleur-de-lis was a must on her painting. Like John's, this too was painted in iridescence to add a watermark effect and create visual interest from different angles.

Because Marci and John both share a passion for nature, the two paintings were united together using a single motif. Leaf images (collected from Aunt Nette and Uncle Terry's house) were embossed into foil and placed across the top of both paintings.

Marci 
©2009 by Mike Hale

Like the wedding bands that now bond them as husband and wife, the paintings represent a coming together of two individuals. Here's to you Marci and John! Here's to a lifetime of love, health and happiness!
 

 

©2009 by Mike Hale

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!

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.

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!