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Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
36” x 48” Oil on Canvas
37” x 49” 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. 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.
Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
24” x 32” Oil on Linen
25” x 33” Framed
Where Evening Rests reflects the quiet stillness that settles over the landscape as daylight gives way to evening. A stand of cottonwoods rises from the meadow beneath the last soft bands of light, their forms simplified into broad passages of color and value. Painted from direct observation, the work is less about describing a place than conveying the atmosphere of a fleeting moment when the landscape seems to pause before nightfall.
Rooted in careful observation yet distilled through a restrained visual language, Where Evening Rests invites the viewer to slow down and experience the quiet beauty of the American West. The subtle harmony of greens, violets, and fading light creates a sense of peace that lingers well beyond the moment itself.
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12” x 16” Oil on Linen
18” x 22” Framed
Where Evening Rests captures the quiet transition from day to night as the last light settles over a stand of cottonwoods on the Colorado plains. Painted from direct observation, the composition is built on subtle shifts of color and value, where deep greens, soft violets, and fading light create a sense of calm that lingers long after sunset.
Rather than describing a specific location, the painting reflects the quiet atmosphere of evening itself—a moment when the landscape grows still and the day's activity gently gives way to rest. Through simplified forms and carefully observed relationships of light and shadow, Where Evening Rests invites the viewer to pause and experience the peaceful rhythm of the western landscape..
Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
12” x 12” Oil on Linen
18” x 18” Framed
Expanse Remembered reflects the enduring openness of the American West, where passing clouds drift across an expansive Colorado sky above distant mountain ranges and sage-covered plains. Painted from direct observation, the composition balances broad atmospheric forms with a quiet horizon, inviting the eye to move between the vastness above and the stillness below.
Rather than capturing a singular event, the painting distills the lasting impression of a place—the feeling of standing beneath an immense sky where light, atmosphere, and distance seem to slow the passage of time. Through simplified forms and carefully observed relationships of color and value, Expanse Remembered celebrates the quiet grandeur that continues to shape the western landscape.
Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
10” x 16” Oil on Linen
16” x 22” Framed
Held in Stillness captures the final quiet moments of dusk as the last warmth of daylight lingers beneath a canopy of drifting clouds. Painted from direct observation on the Colorado plains, the composition is built upon subtle shifts of value and restrained color, where soft violets, muted blues, and warm rose tones create a sense of calm that settles over the landscape.
Rather than describing a particular place, the painting reflects the quiet experience of evening itself—a fleeting pause when the land grows still and the sky gently releases the day. Through simplified forms and carefully observed relationships of light and atmosphere, Held in Stillness invites the viewer into a moment of reflection, where beauty is found not in spectacle, but in quiet presence.
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36” x 48” Oil on Canvas
37” x 49” Framed in an American Maple Float Frame
Gathering Form celebrates the quiet monumentality of the western sky, where a towering summer cloud rises above the open Colorado plains. Painted from direct observation, the composition is built on the interplay of luminous whites, cool grays, and expansive blue, allowing the cloud to emerge as both structure and atmosphere. The landscape below remains understated, grounding the composition while giving full voice to the ever-changing rhythms overhead.
Rather than depicting a dramatic storm, the painting lingers in a quieter moment—one of growth, balance, and anticipation. Through simplified forms and carefully observed relationships of light and value, Gathering Form invites the viewer to experience the vastness, stillness, and enduring beauty of the American West.
Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
12” x 16” Oil on Canvas
18” x 22” Framed
Gathering Form explores the quiet architecture of the western sky, where towering summer clouds slowly take shape above the open plains. Painted from direct observation, the study distills the shifting relationships of light, shadow, and atmosphere into a simple, balanced composition. Rather than capturing a dramatic event, it reflects the quiet beauty of a landscape in transition—a fleeting moment when the sky gathers itself before continuing on.
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35” x 60” Oil on Canvas
36” x 61” Framed in an American Maple Float Frame
Where It Gathers explores the meeting of sky and land at the moment a summer storm begins to take shape. Expansive cloud forms build above the Colorado plains, creating a quiet dialogue between light, shadow, and open space. Rooted in direct observation yet distilled through a restrained visual language, the painting reflects the fleeting beauty of an ordinary moment transformed by atmosphere. It is an invitation to slow down—to experience the subtle grandeur of the western landscape as weather, light, and stillness converge.
Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
35” x 60” Oil on Canvas
36” x 61” Framed
Where the Light Breaks reflects a moment when shifting light transforms the western landscape. Towering clouds gather above the mountains of southwestern Colorado as sunlight briefly breaks across the distant ridges before giving way once again to shadow. Painted from life, the work distills the vastness and quiet power of the American West into a composition that invites contemplation long after the moment has passed.
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9 1/2”” x 16” Oil on Linen
15 1/2"” x 22” Framed
Where the Light Breaks captures a passing summer sky over the sage-covered hills of southwestern Colorado. Towering clouds gather and part as shafts of light emerge, briefly illuminating the distant landscape before drifting on. Painted from direct observation, this study reflects the fleeting beauty of changing weather and the quiet rhythm of the western sky.
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10” x 12” Oil on Linen
16” x 18” Framed
Remembering Today captures the quiet transition between day and evening across the Colorado plains. Broad passages of cloud drift overhead as the last warm light settles along the horizon, where fleeting bands of pink and gold offer a moment of unexpected color. With its restrained palette and expansive composition, the painting invites reflection on the beauty found in ordinary moments that are so often gone before we realize their significance.
36” x 36” Oil on Canvas
Endless Return celebrates the enduring rhythm of the western landscape, where drifting clouds cast ever-changing patterns across the front range. Simplified shapes, luminous color, and expansive space create a sense of quiet movement and familiarity—an experience that feels both fleeting and timeless. The painting reflects the daily return of light, atmosphere, and sky that continually draws us back to the landscape.
Framed in an American Maple float frame.
24” x 24” Oil on Canvas
captures the quiet beauty of a Colorado Front Range sunset as the last light of day slips beneath a dramatic expanse of clouds. Layers of soft color and atmospheric distance create a sense of calm and possibility, while the vast sky serves as a reminder of the enduring promise found on the horizon. Painted with a simplified, design-driven approach, the work invites contemplation and stillness.
Framed in an American Maple float frame.
48" x 48" | Oil on Canvas
Available for purchase through Insight Gallery.
As the final light of day settles over the Colorado Front Range, color softens and the landscape slips into quiet shadow. Gentle Ending captures the calm and stillness that emerge in the brief passage between day and night.
Evening Over Sage
Oil on Linen, 9" x 12"
As the sun slips below the horizon, the vast sage-covered landscape settles into quiet stillness. A band of lingering light stretches across the distance, illuminating the final moments of day while soft violets, blues, and rose-colored hues drift across the evening sky.
Inspired by the open spaces of the American Southwest, Evening Over Sage reflects the beauty found in simplicity—the subtle transition between day and night, the rhythm of the land, and the sense of peace that comes when the landscape grows quiet. Through a restrained palette and an emphasis on atmosphere, the painting invites the viewer to pause and experience a fleeting moment of calm beneath an expansive western sky.
Available for purchase through Abend Gallery.
Under Open Skies
Oil on linen, 8" x 10"
Under Open Skies captures the quiet expansiveness of the Southwest Colorado landscape, where broad clouds drift across a luminous sky above fields of sagebrush and distant mountains. Soft transitions of light and color move gently through the scene, creating a sense of openness and calm.
The painting reflects a moment of spacious stillness—when the land feels grounded and the sky seems to stretch endlessly overhead. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes atmosphere, simplicity, and the subtle beauty of the Western sky.
Available for purchase directly through Abend Gallery.
First Light
Oil on linen, 8" x 10"
First Light captures the quiet emergence of day, as the first bands of color rise gently across the horizon. Soft layers of cool blues and muted violets give way to warm, glowing tones, marking the subtle transition from night into morning.
The painting reflects a moment of stillness and anticipation—when light begins to return and the landscape feels suspended between rest and renewal. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes atmosphere, simplicity, and the quiet beauty of the Western sky at dawn.
Directly available through Insight Gallery.
Quiet Reflections
Oil on linen, 9" x 12"
Quiet Reflections captures a peaceful stand of cottonwood trees resting along the banks of calm water. Soft greens and warm earth tones dissolve gently into their mirrored reflections, creating a sense of stillness and quiet balance.
The painting emphasizes atmosphere over detail, inviting the viewer to slow down and linger in the moment. Painted in oil on linen, this work reflects the subtle beauty of light, water, and the natural rhythm of the Western landscape.
Directly available through Insight Gallery.
Directly available through the Broadmoor Galleries.
Towards Pikes Peak
Oil on linen, 12" x 12"
Towards Pikes Peak captures a quiet rural moment as the day draws to a close, with a winding dirt road leading the viewer toward the distant silhouette of Pikes Peak. The warm, fading light softens the landscape, revealing subtle shifts of color across open fields and low mountain forms.
The composition invites a sense of movement and reflection—an understated journey through space and time. Painted in oil on linen, this work emphasizes atmosphere, simplicity, and the enduring presence of one of Colorado’s most iconic landmarks.
Directly available through the Broadmoor Galleries.
Available directly through the Broadmoor Galleries.
Oil on linen, 8" x 10"
Returning Home captures a quiet moment at the end of the day, as four riders make their way across the open land beneath a fading sky. The warm glow of the setting sun filters through soft clouds, casting subtle light across the landscape and gently silhouetting the figures on horseback.
Rather than focusing on detail, the painting emphasizes mood, movement, and atmosphere—inviting the viewer into a timeless narrative of journey, companionship, and return. Painted in oil on linen, this small work reflects the enduring romance of the Western landscape and the quiet rhythms of life lived close to the land.
Available directly through the Broadmoor Galleries.
Directly Available Through the Broadmoor Galleries
20” x 24”
26” x 30” Framed
Skies Over Dawson Butte captures the quiet grandeur of the Colorado front range. Cumulus forms drift across a softened sky, echoing the measured stillness of the land below. The painting’s simplified shapes and harmonious palette reflect a contemporary interpretation of the West—both grounded and lyrical. A sense of calm prevails, inviting the viewer to linger in the beauty of a passing afternoon.
Directly Available Through the Broadmoor Galleries
Available directly thought InSight Gallery
22" x 24" • Oil on Linen
“Colorado Skies” celebrates the grandeur of the western landscape through the brilliance of daytime clouds drifting across an expansive horizon. Painted with bold yet lyrical brushwork, the composition pays homage to Edgar Payne, echoing his sense of scale and rhythm while remaining rooted in the artist’s own vision of the Colorado Front Range.
This 22" x 24" oil on linen invites viewers to look upward and feel the quiet majesty of open air and limitless light—an enduring portrait of the western sky.
For purchase or inquiry, directly contact InSight Gallery.
Available directly through InSight Gallery
24" x 24" • Oil on Linen
“Healing Promise” reflects the quiet renewal found in the western sky at sunset. Soft violets, blush tones, and fading gold sweep across the canvas, while the horizon glows with the last warmth of day. The expansive clouds carry both movement and calm, reminding us of nature’s enduring rhythm and the promise of light beyond the fading sun.
At 24" x 24", this square-format oil on linen radiates a serene yet powerful presence, offering a moment of stillness and restoration for any space.
For purchase or inquiry, directly contact InSight Gallery
Available directly through Abend Gallery
9" x 12" • Oil on Linen
“Front Range Skies” captures the ever-changing beauty of Colorado’s daytime clouds drifting over the expansive landscape. Painted with bold, confident brushwork, the piece conveys both the freshness of open air and the vast sense of space unique to the Front Range. The interplay of bright whites and shifting blues against the distant horizon brings energy and vitality to this intimate 9" x 12" oil on linen.
A vibrant study of light and atmosphere, this work offers a timeless reminder of the drama and serenity found in the Colorado sky.
For purchase or inquiries, directly contact Abend Gallery.
Available at Abend Gallery
“Sunset West” captures the fleeting brilliance of a western sky as evening settles over the land. Layers of warm ochres and soft violets drift across the horizon, where the last light of the sun sinks gently into the distance. The bold yet harmonious brushwork evokes both serenity and grandeur, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect on the quiet beauty of the open landscape.
Painted on fine linen, this intimate 8" x 12" work distills the vastness of the West into a moment that feels timeless—making it a striking addition to any collection.
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Oil on Linen | 48" x 48"
Expansive and striking, Bluffs West captures the vast beauty of the Western landscape, where sky and land meet in a dance of light and shadow. This 48" x 48" oil painting evokes the open plains and rolling terrain with its sweeping cloud formations and soft interplay of blues, creams, and earthy greens. The composition guides the viewer’s gaze across the horizon, offering a moment of quiet reflection and connection to the land.
Perfect for collectors who appreciate bold yet serene landscapes, Bluffs West embodies the timeless beauty of the West. Framed in a handcrafted, museum-quality American maple float frame, this piece is an impressive centerpiece that invites a sense of calm and wonder into any space.
Oil on Linen | 48" x 48"
Available for purchase through the Broadmoor Galleries
Invitation to Peace draws viewers into a serene expanse of open skies and rolling landscapes, embodying the tranquility of the Western Skies. This 48" x 48" oil painting captures the interplay of light and shadow in layered clouds that stretch endlessly over the horizon, inviting a sense of calm and reflection. The delicate balance of soft blues and muted greens conveys the quiet strength of nature’s vast beauty.
This striking piece is perfect for collectors who value contemporary landscapes that evoke both stillness and majesty. Invitation to Peace brings the essence of the Western landscape into any space, providing a timeless reminder of the restorative power of the open sky.
Oil on Linen | 48" x 48"
Available for purchase directly through the Broadmoor Galleries.
Endless Return is a mesmerizing skyscape capturing the ever-shifting beauty of clouds drifting over the Colorado mountains. Soft, sculptural forms contrast with the vast, open sky, evoking a sense of peace and endless movement. This large-scale oil painting invites the viewer to pause, breathe, and return to the quiet rhythms of nature.
Perfect for collectors who appreciate contemporary landscapes and the grandeur of the Western sky.
Available for purchase directly through the Broadmoor Galleries.
36" x 36" Oil on Linen
Bluffs West offers a contemporary expression of Colorado’s expansive daytime skies over the iconic front range. This 36" x 36" oil painting captures the vastness of the landscape with clean, bold shapes and simplified forms, conveying a sense of open space and calm under the sweeping clouds. Michael’s unique approach to composition and color gives this piece a modern edge, while still honoring the beauty and serenity of Colorado’s natural scenery.
Elegantly framed in a hand-carved, museum-quality American Maple float frame, Bluffs West brings a touch of refined craftsmanship to its minimalistic style. Perfect for collectors of contemporary landscapes, this piece makes a striking statement, bringing the essence of the Colorado outdoors into any interior space.
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35” x 60” Oil on Canvas
36” x 61” 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.