Climbing the Peak
Artwork
Medium:
Acrylic on Canvas
Date:
circa 2000
Dimensions:
Artworks -
Height: 72 in
Width: 60 in
Historical Context:
The work of Delbert Michel is inspired by the Impressionist and Abstract Expressionist art movements, light and color, and Michel's travels around the world. Michel began creating art in 1960s, where started experimenting with the abstract compositions that would dominate his later artworks. As his career progressed, Michel incorporated more shapes, designs, and colors into his art, creating landscapes inspired by nature but far from a realistic depiction. Michel currently lives in Suttons Bay, Michigan, where he continues to work as an artist.