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Welcome to Michael's Art
Hi, My name is Michael.  I studied oil painting for five years under the direction of Guy Steele Fairlamb, a professional artist from Washington D.C.  Guy taught his students the "Masters" techniques, and we learned by copying their works of art.  Later I developed my own style of painting.  My biggest influence is American artist, Thomas Cole.  His series of paintings "The Voyage Of Life" is captivating and my personal favorite.  

I enjoy teaching others how to paint.  In reality, I believe I am opening the door to my students own creativity.  

I also love writing poetry to express my innermost feelings about the wonderful things in our world.

Laughing is contagious, pass it on.  A smile and kind gesture will improve happiness.

So, please take a look around and enjoy yourself.  Click below to get around my homepage.  I am new at this and I will make an effort to improve it. 

If you like my home page, please send me an email at
paintinghappiness@yahoo.com

Stuff about me
Family  Photos
Friends  Photos
My Original  Award Winning Art
I have several of my favorite paintings attached.
"Back Bay" - a sunset on the Chesapeake Bay.
"Tim's Pleasure" - a boy flying a kite with his dog.
"Misty" - a secluded hideaway
"The Collector" - a still life of old bottles. 
"Lazy Day" - ducks landing in a pond.
"Holly's Dream" - an imaginary lighthouse.
"Future Fight" - futuristic space battle. 
My Students Art
Chris 2nd painting
Brenda 1st painting
Maureen 1st painting
Erica 1st painting
Jessica 1st painting
Other works of untitled art
a boy fishing- what is missing here?
waterfall scene- do you see the girl?
winter scene
ocean view
Copied Art
"The Veil of Veronica" by Domenico Fetti (this is a copy)
Indian -  I don't remember the exact title or artist (this is a copy)