Michael Magrin Works
Aurora, Colorado
Since moving to Colorado from New York in 2001, I have sought to capture the elements that are ubiquitous to the western landscape through oil painting with an emphasis on the sky. I am interested in how we visually and emotionally experience the landscape. My paintings reflect a nostalgia of place and render a feeling of peace while trying not to sacrifice these greater truths for lesser details. Mindful of a contemporary expression, my earlier work focused on the elements of composition and value all within a square format. Often rendered with a muted high-key palette, I emphasized big shapes within a clear value plan. This allowed me to suggest the subtle colors and textures of each surface. As of late, I’m exploring the visual perception of color as it relates to the landscape. This next step in my artwork represents a new time of growth. I’m motivated by the idea that through using the language of color; alongside composition and value, I can find a more nuanced way to express the landscape. “The heavens declare the glory of God, the skies proclaim his handiwork.” - Psalm 19:1
Education
2019 Jay Moore Mentorship
2001 Masters in Secondary Science Education; University of Rochester, NY
2000 Bachelors of Science; Biomedical Illustration; Iowa State University Selected
Exhibitions and Publications
2022 Cherry Creek Arts Festival, Cherry Creek, Colorado
2022 Denver Art Showcase 2022 Des Moines Art Festival, Des Moines, Iowa
2022 “The Heaven’s Declare” Exhibition, Museum of Western Art, Kerrville, Texas, April - July
2022 Southwest Art Magazine - April Issue 2021 Cherry Creek Arts Festival, Cherry Creek, Colorado
2021 Colorado Governor's Art Show, Loveland Art Museum
2020 Oil Painters of America National Juried Exhibition of Traditional Oils, The Hanna Gallery, Fredericksburg, TX
2020 New Western Talent Exhibition 2020 National Sunrise Sunset Show, The Rice Gallery, Kansas City, KS
Collections UC Health University of Colorado Hospital
Vectra Bank Corporate Headquarters