With design influences from Art Nouveau, color inspired from tonalism, combined with the brushwork of impressionism, Michael creates timeless art. Michael's new show "Tonal Beauty" portrays reflective ponds and streams, glowing sunsets and backlit landscapes with soft hues. Each piece carries a sense of tranquility, quiet and beauty.   Michael states: "As a painter, the effects of light and atmosphere are what I remember about a location and what inspires me most. Light transforms the ordinary or even beautiful into the exceptional. My quest is to capture these fleeting moments and help people see things again through new eyes."