Michael Schaffer (1955-) American

Artists Statement

Space, many times, is referred to as the final frontier. It has been an inspiration to humans since we have stood upright. Today, the Hubble Space Telescope brings us the wonders and beauty of deep space in beautiful photos. Now, imagine a whole new style of action painting that enhances our imagination to help us deal with the vastness and uniqueness of space. Imagine the splash of acrylic paint, acrylic ink, rubbing alcohol, and water creating a swirl of color that is as beautiful and unpredictable as the gases and dusts of deep space that form the planets, nebulae, and other beautiful phenomenon of our universe. Enjoy this coming together of abstract art and the beauty of outer space. Both entice us and challenge our imagination.

Primary Mediums

Oil and acrylic on canvas

Private Collections

The works of Michael Schaffer are on display in these cities in California– Irvine, Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades, Palm Desert, Burbank, Sacramento, and Carmichael.

Exhibitions

Since 1985, Michael Schaffer has had solo and group shows in New York City, NY, throughout California including Irvine, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Pacific Palisades, Sacramento, and Auburn.

Awards

Award of Merit - 1997 California Works, California State Fair, Sacramento CA
Award of Merit - 2003 California Works, California State Fair, Sacramento CA
Honorable Mention - 2003 Summer Splash Show - Hillel
Award of Merit - 2006 California Works, California State Fair, Sacramento CA

International Studies

In May of 2002,Michael Schaffer attended an advanced art workshop in Majorca, Spain. The instructor, Leigh Hyams, was a University of California at Berkeley Art Department faculty member, as well as an internationally exhibited artist.

The workshop lasted 10 days and focused on the process of reinvigorating the artist’s inner perspective and the creative process.