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Archived Artwork
Available directly through Insight Gallery.
A Softer Light
Oil on linen, 8" x 10"
A Softer Light captures the quiet stillness of the Western landscape beneath the glow of a full moon. Soft layers of cool blues and muted earth tones settle gently across open land, while distant hills dissolve into the night sky.
The painting reflects a moment of calm and reflection, when light becomes subtle and the world feels hushed and expansive. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes atmosphere, simplicity, and the quiet beauty of the landscape under moonlight.
Available directly through Insight Gallery.
Passing Clouds
Oil on linen, 8" x 10"
Passing Clouds captures the dynamic movement of clouds drifting across the open sky above the Eastern Colorado plains. Broad, layered forms move gently through soft blues and cool grays, creating a sense of motion and spaciousness over the quiet landscape below.
The painting reflects a moment of subtle transition—when light, air, and atmosphere are in constant motion, yet the land remains still and grounded. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes movement, openness, and the ever-changing rhythm of the Western sky.
Passing Clouds will be part of the Beyond the Western Horizon exhibition at the Mullen Gallery in Denver, Colorado. March - August 2026.
9 1/2”” x 16” Oil on Linen
15 1/2"” x 22” Framed
Where It Gathers reflects the moment when the landscape grows still and the sky begins to take command. Broad cloud formations gather above the Colorado plains, carrying a quiet sense of movement and possibility as light shifts across the distant hills. Painted from life, the study distills the simplicity and grandeur of the western landscape into an intimate work that celebrates the enduring rhythm of sky and land.
12” x 16” Oil on Linen
18” x 22” Framed
The Rhythm of the Sky celebrates the ever-changing cadence of light and atmosphere above the mountains of southwestern Colorado. Towering clouds drift across the landscape in layered passages of light and shadow, revealing the quiet movement that unfolds overhead throughout the day. Painted from direct observation, the composition is built upon simplified forms and carefully observed relationships of value, allowing the sky to become both the subject and the structure of the painting.
Rather than capturing a single dramatic moment, The Rhythm of the Sky reflects the enduring patterns that define the western landscape—the rise and fall of clouds, the shifting quality of light, and the expansive sense of space that invites quiet contemplation. It is a painting that encourages the viewer to slow down and experience the timeless rhythm of the American West.
9 1/2” x 16” Oil on Linen
15 1/2” x 22” Framed
Where the Light Remains captures the final glow of sunset as the last warmth of the day lingers across the sage-covered plains of the American West. Broad passages of violet and rose drift beneath an open evening sky, while the fading light at the horizon quietly anchors the composition. The work distills a fleeting transition into a simple arrangement of light, color, and atmosphere.
Rather than focusing on the spectacle of sunset, the painting lingers on what remains after it—the quiet radiance that settles over the landscape before night arrives. Through restrained color, simplified forms, and carefully observed relationships of value, Where the Light Remains invites the viewer into a moment of reflection and stillness that endures beyond the passing day.
6" x 8" Oil on Linen | Framed Dimensions: 12" x 14"
This captivating oil painting, "Towards Stillness," embodies the serene beauty of dusk as it blankets the landscape in quiet colors. Rendered on mounted linen, the scene draws viewers into a moment of calm, with gentle hues capturing the subtle transition from day to night. The composition invites contemplation, with its softened edges and harmonious blending of colors reflecting the stillness of trees as they settle under the fading light.
Elegantly framed in a hand-carved, museum-quality frame, this piece extends its presence beyond its borders, enhancing any space with a touch of tranquility and refined artistry.
Directly Available Through the Broadmoor Galleries
48” x 48”
54” x 54” Framed
O Precious Thought captures the immensity of the western sky stretching endlessly above the horizon. With bold shapes and a contemporary, design-forward aesthetic, the painting distills the landscape into its essential rhythms of land, light, and sky. The work stands as a modern expression of the American West—timeless yet fresh—reflecting both the grandeur of open space and the quiet meditation it invites.
Directly Available Through the Broadmoor Galleries
Available directly through Insight Gallery.
Open Pause
Oil on linen, 9" x 12"
Open Pause captures a quiet moment of stillness within a wide field of sagebrush, as a lone rider on horseback moves gently through the open land. Soft layers of muted violets, greens, and warm earth tones create a sense of space and calm, while distant mountains settle into the horizon.
The painting reflects a moment suspended in time—neither arrival nor departure, but a pause within the journey itself. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes atmosphere, simplicity, and the contemplative rhythm of the Western landscape.
Available directly through Insight Gallery.
The Gentle Hour
Oil on linen, 9" x 12"
The Gentle Hour captures the quiet beauty of a western landscape as the sun slips below the horizon. Warm bands of glowing light move across a sage-covered field, while silhouetted piñon pines rest gently against a sky of softened violets, blues, and golds.
The painting reflects a fleeting moment of transition—when the day releases into evening and the land seems to exhale. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes atmosphere, subtle color, and the peaceful rhythm of the Western landscape at sunset.
South Park Spring
Oil on linen, 8" x 10"
South Park Spring captures the quiet beauty of Colorado’s South Park Valley as it emerges into the season of renewal. Soft lavender wildflowers stretch across the foreground, leading the eye into rolling green fields and distant blue mountains layered in atmospheric light. The subtle shifts in color and value reflect the expansive calm and high-altitude clarity unique to this iconic landscape.
Painted on linen with oil, this small work emphasizes simplicity, harmony, and a sense of peaceful openness—an intimate study of place that evokes the stillness and freshness of a Colorado spring.
Available through Abend Gallery.
42" x 48" • Oil on Linen
“Remembering Today” captures the fleeting poetry of the western sky as dusk settles over the horizon. Broad passages of violet and rose sweep across the canvas, their edges softened by fading light, while the land below sinks quietly into shadow. This large-scale work invites the viewer to pause in the stillness of the moment—where memory, atmosphere, and light converge.
Painted on fine linen, this 42" x 48" piece embodies both expansiveness and intimacy, making it a commanding presence in any collection.
For inquiries or purchase, directly contact Abend Gallery
Directly Available Through the Young Guns of the Coors Western Art Show and Sale December 18th, 2025
48” x 48”
54” x 54” Framed
Unhurried reflects the harmony between land, sky, and people in the western landscape. Beneath a sweeping, dynamic sky, riders on horseback move with ease across open terrain, embodying a timeless rhythm of stillness and motion. The painting’s bold design and expansive scale capture both the grandeur of the heavens and the quiet presence of human life within them, offering a contemplative vision of the West that is both grounded and free.
Directly Available Through the Young Guns of the Coors Western Art Show and Sale December 18th, 2025
Directly Available Through the Young Guns of the Coors Western Art Show and Sale December 18th, 2025
Bathed in soft light and painted with quiet resolve, Rest Assured captures the hushed beauty of the western sky at rest. Layers of drifting cloud and distant land offer a moment of calm—a visual breath, both intimate and expansive. With its balanced composition and serene palette, this piece invites the viewer into a space of stillness, reflection, and renewal.
Directly Available Through the Young Guns of the Coors Western Art Show and Sale December 18th, 2025
Available through the Coors Western Art Show and Sale
48” x 48”
54” x 54” Framed
Healing Promise captures the fleeting beauty of the western sunset as it fades into the Colorado sky. Broad passages of luminous color and shifting light evoke both nostalgia and peace—an invitation to pause, breathe, and remember the quiet strength found in nature’s transitions. This large-scale work carries a timeless presence, filling a space with warmth and tranquility while honoring the enduring promise of renewal in each day’s close.
Available through the Coors Western Art Show and Sale
Oil on Linen | 48" x 48"
Available at Abend Gallery
Immerse yourself in the vast beauty of Colorado’s iconic skies with Centennial Skies. This striking oil painting captures the layered depth of the horizon, where sweeping clouds meet the rolling plains and distant mountain ranges. With bold yet harmonious tones of cerulean, cobalt, and soft creams, the piece evokes both serenity and grandeur—a true celebration of the Centennial State’s landscape. Perfect for collectors who appreciate contemporary landscapes, Centennial Skies offers a window into the open expanse of the West, embodying a timeless connection to nature. Framed in a handcrafted, museum-quality American maple float frame, this work makes an elegant centerpiece for any space.
For inquiries or to purchase, please contact Abend Gallery.
[View at Abend](https://abendgallery.com/art/4529768)
Available directly through InSight Gallery
24" x 24" • Oil on Linen
“Unhurried” captures the expansive spirit of southern Colorado, where vast skies and rolling mountains meet in quiet harmony. Towering clouds drift lazily across the canvas, their shifting forms painted with bold yet fluid brushwork that conveys both energy and ease. The composition celebrates the grandeur of the land while inviting the viewer into a slower rhythm—one that mirrors the unhurried pace of the sky itself.
At 24" x 24", this oil on linen radiates balance and openness, offering a timeless view of the western landscape.
For purchase or inquiry, directly contact InSight Gallery.
Michael depicts the breathtaking sunset over the Moraine Valley in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. Showcasing a soft palette of warm and cool tones that evoke a sense of peace and renewal. The delicate brushwork and subtle transitions of color in the sky and clouds convey the fleeting yet profound beauty of nature.
Measuring 12" x 12", rendered on linen and mounted on a panel. The piece is elegantly framed in a museum-quality, hand-carved wooden frame, enhancing its overall dimensions to 15" x 15".
"Healing Promise" captures the essence of a moment, making it a perfect addition to any fine art collection. This piece invites viewers to experience the tranquil and restorative power of nature, making it an ideal centerpiece for a sophisticated and serene environment. Own a piece of this natural beauty and let "Healing Promise" bring a sense of calm and inspiration into your space.
9" x 12" • Oil on Linen
“Towards Stillness” captures the luminous transition of a western sunset as the last light sinks over the Front Range. Warm tones of gold, violet, and rose drift across the horizon, balancing energy with calm as day yields to evening. Painted with expressive yet refined brushwork, this 9" x 12" oil on linen conveys both the vastness of the western landscape and the quiet, reflective pause found in its fleeting light.
An intimate work that holds the drama and serenity of sunset, Towards Stillness is a moment suspended in paint—inviting the viewer to linger.
8" x 10" Oil on Canvas | Framed Dimensions: 14" x 16"
Days End is a tranquil capture of the Colorado front range bathed in the final light of day. This 8" x 10" oil painting beautifully conveys the warm, gentle hues of sunset as they sweep across the landscape. The expressive brushwork and carefully chosen color palette evoke a sense of calm and closure, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the fleeting beauty of dusk.
Framed in a hand-carved, museum-quality frame, this piece brings a touch of natural elegance and warmth to any space, making it a timeless addition for collectors of fine art.
Oil on Linen | 8” x 10”
Available at Insight Gallery
Discover 'Echoes of Stillness,' an original oil painting by Michael Magrin. This framed 8x10 landscape painting captures the tranquil beauty of nature with soft, earthy tones and a peaceful atmosphere. Perfect for collectors of fine art, this piece brings a sense of calm and serenity into any space. Ideal for those who appreciate the subtle interplay of light and shadow in natural settings.
For inquiries or to purchase, please contact Insight Gallery.
Oil on Linen | 32” x 36”
Available at Insight Gallery
As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky over the Colorado Front Range transforms into a symphony of soft pastels and fleeting light. Remembering Today captures this fleeting moment of transition, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect. The interplay of warm and cool tones evokes a sense of calm, while the expansive composition offers the viewer a feeling of limitless space and serenity.
Painted with oils on fine linen, this piece reflects a dedication to craftsmanship and the timeless beauty of the Colorado landscape. Remembering Today serves as a gentle reminder to cherish the present moment, transforming any space with its peaceful energy and evocative palette.
For inquiries or to purchase, please contact Insight Gallery.
Oil on Linen | 8” x 10”
Available at Insight Gallery
Experience the serenity of 'Beyond the Fading Light,' an original oil painting by Michael Magrin. This framed 8x10 piece captures the beauty of a peaceful sunset with soft clouds and glowing colors, evoking calm and reflection. Perfect for collectors of fine art, this sunset painting brings the tranquil beauty of nature into your home. Ideal for landscape art lovers and those who appreciate the subtleties of light and color at dusk.
For inquiries or to purchase, please contact Insight Gallery.
Oil on Linen | 8” x 10”
Available at Insight Gallery
Introducing 'Golden Silence,' an original oil painting by Michael Magrin. This framed 8x10 artwork captures the serene beauty of a sunset, with warm hues and soft clouds creating a calming atmosphere. Perfect for art collectors and lovers of tranquil landscapes, this piece evokes the quiet elegance of nature at dusk. Ideal for adding a touch of peacefulness and warmth to any room.
For inquiries or to purchase, please contact Insight Gallery.
8” x 8” oil on Belgian linen mounted on a cradled panel. Framed in a 1 1/2” deep American Maple Float frame.
48” x 48” Oil on Belgian Linen and framed in a hand-crafted American Maple float frame.
8” x 8” oil on Belgian linen mounted on a cradled panel. Framed in a 1 1/2” deep American Maple Float frame.
8” x 8” oil on Belgian linen mounted on a cradled panel. Framed in a 1 1/2” deep American Maple Float frame.
8” x 8” oil on Belgian linen mounted on a cradled panel. Framed in a 1 1/2” deep American Maple Float frame.
8” x 8” oil on Belgian linen mounted on a cradled panel. Framed in a 1 1/2” deep American Maple Float frame.
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8” x 8” oil on Belgian linen mounted on a cradled panel. Framed in a 1 1/2” deep American Maple Float frame.