Plein Air Painting Around the World

Perhaps the most distinctive feature of Eric Michaels' work is its international flavor. The subject matter spans four continents and both hemispheres. Painting in these various locations enables him to achieve an understanding of local light conditions and to participate in the native experience. Throughout this site, you can take a tour of the world from Eric Michaels' vision. There are galleries of past and present oils and watercolors. In addition to the landscapes, markets, and figures show here, Eric accepts commissions.

Cuenca, Spain- oil, 30" x 40"" - click to view larger

International Artist Magazine Features Article By Eric Michaels

The Dec./Jan issue of International Artist features an article entitled, "The Secret of the Inner Glow" by Eric Michaels. In it, he describes how an accidental discovery while trying to fix a failed watercolor became a eureka moment. Find it on newsstands today.

Purchased for Permanent Collection

The Booth Western Art Museum, purchased a recent work, "Chihuahua - 3 Diciembre 1913", by Eric Michaels for their permanent collection. The painting was aquired during the "Quest for the West Exhibition" at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in Indianapolis.


"Chihuahua - 3 Diciembre 1913" - Oil click to enlarge

The Watercolor Sketchbook

Eric Michaels favorite tool for en plein air painting is his watercolor sketchbook. Convenient, portable and unobtrusive, a sketchbook travels with him where ever in the world he goes to paint. Back in the studio, Eric developed oil paintings from those field studies.

"My sketchbooks have remained my faithful servants and friends throughout my entire career. They provide me with a cache of experiments and impressions, and allow me to capture the light and spontaneity of a location.".

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New Oil Painting Gallery On-Line

View recent works by Eric Michaels in our updated gallery. Go Now

Take a Workshop with Eric Michaels

His workshops are fun, lively, adventurous, oh, and yes you will learn a lot too!

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