Michael Orwick Arts

Specialties

Oregon artist Michael Orwick creates oil paintings that are glowing dialogues

of light. Orwick allows his passion for nature to work its way into each piece.

He records the poetry of place, hinting at the mood through atmospheric

brush work and serene colors, merging experience and shared sentiment,

creativity and a feeling of place. «It is what I leave untold that I hope grabs

you. It’s the quiet space that allows our brains to wander and wonder. I invite

you to become part of the paintings, and make their stories your own.»

— Cannon Beach Gazette, October 28, 2010

This is an active painting studio and I would love if you called ahead so I can clean up a wee bit.

–Oil Paintings

–Landscape Paintings of the beautiful Pacific Northwest

–Plein Air (painted outside) painted locally, many in Beaverton and Portland Oregon

–Originals available

–Prints of many paintings available, more available on demand. Printed to order size and material wise.

–Cards

–Commissions welcome.

History

Established in 2005.

Nature and the landscape have a profound impact on Michael Orwick. He has always been inspired by the ability of the landscape to tell a story. Through this love of nature, Orwick developed his signature style of «Inspired Expressionism». He is a master of creating mood through atmosphere and color, utilizing space, a sense of place, and time of day. His artwork hints at a story and invites the viewer to provide the narrative. Orwick’s paintings provide

the opportunity to explore a special place that lingers in memory and imagination.

Meet the Business Owner

Michael T.

Business Owner

I was born in 1975 on a sunny day in Astoria Oregon. Despite my near death experience at birth, my Mom thought I was perfect. My Dad, a physician, knew better. These assessments continue today.

Very early it was discovered that I had dyslexia, and that I saw things differently from most. School was difficult, but in hindsight this was one of many blessing that have led and helped shape my artful existence. I was also lucky to grow up surrounded by beautiful creeks and evergreen wilderness, and within a family that loved to travel, encouraged curiosity and stressed following one’s heart. And my heart has always told me to create.

Throughout my life, I have been lucky to know beauty and comfort, laughter and joy. These are a few of the things I hope to impart through my brushes.

I look forward to continuing my adventures, inviting inspiration and beauty into my life, and sharing it with you through my paintings.