Michael Yates
Painter (Gladesville NSW)

Colour dominates Michael’s works whether it be acrylic or oil on canvas or bright primaries on metal – pastels, wax and other mediums are used as well.

Michael tends to work quickly not letting his thoughts get to much in the way of his emotional input. With a motto “variety is the spice of life”, this is reflected in a diverse range of subjects & styles.

He also enjoys participating in workshops with other artists – “ One sees many Interesting approaches to art & I realy enjoy meeting all the varied people who have this common interest”

Born in Sydney, Michael started drawing in primary school with coloured pencils – jaguars, horses, planes & cars. With over 35 years years in business & travelling overseas to diverse countries, he has many fantastic visions & memories to work from with his artworks.

In recent years, Michael has pursued his art with a passion recently completing certificate courses in visual arts. He is continuing further studies at the Sydney Gallery School including Sculpture & Photography.

“Painting is like moving meditation – it can take you to a place of peace and quiet”

Michael exhibits regularly in galleries and shows in Sydney. For information on how to purchase / commision his work please contact him below or call 0418 186 000 during business hours. Gallery enquiries welcome.

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Studies:
Studies – Fine Arts Diploma @ Sydney Gallery School – Meadowbank, Sydney
Visual Arts Certificate @ International School of Colour and Design Australia, Sydney
Visual Arts Diploma @ Northbridge School of Visual Arts, Sydney

Selected Exhibitions 2009:
NSW Parliament Group Show
Ethical Art Prize
Mosman Art Society Group Show
Riverview Art Show
Gallery 41 Group Exhibition
Selected – Eco Forum Exhibition - Kimbriki Project
Trio Show – Northbridge Gallery
Royal Easter Art Show

Selected Exhibitions 2008:
Art Sydney 08
Selected - Frameworks Exhibition - Manly Art Gallery
Selected – Northbridge Art Prize Global Gallery Paddington – Group Show
Selected - Hunters Hill Art Show Duo Show – Gallery 307
NSW Parliament House – Group Show
Gallery 41 Wooloomooloo
See Street Gallery Art Show
Pymble Gallery
Riverview Art Show

Selected Exhibitions 2007:
“Harmony Day” Exhibition – Willoughby Council
Solo Show – Momo Art Gallery
“8 Artists” Show – Gallery 307
Riverview Art Show  
Lane Cove Art Show
See Street Gallery MCA Art Show
Selected - Northbridge Art Prize Show
Balmain Art Show
Gallery 41 Exhibition 
                                        
Awards
2009 Ethical Art Prize (1st)
2008 Northbridge Art Prize - Commended

Collections
Westmead Hospital Collection
Private in Australia & Overseas                      

Member
Northern Expressions Artist Collective
Kuringai Art Society
Mosman Art Society
National Association for the Visual Arts