“The artist invites the spectator to take a journey” – Mark Rothko
“Encounter” – new painting by Stephen Michael May 2026
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I am offering a digital download of the painting “My Mother’s House” on ETSY at a reduced cost of $5.00 for the next thirty days. I am doing this to celebrate the sale of the original work and to honor my mother on the two year anniversary of her passing.
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Abstract Intuitive Art
Experimental painting
Transformational art
Artist’s Statement
“Abstract intuitive art combines the structural simplicity of minimalism with the spontaneous and emotional processes of mark-making and intuitive painting. Using a ”less is more” approach to shape, line, and color, abstract intuitive art seeks beauty and meaning in the subtle means, allowing inner feelings and the subconscious to guide the creative process to create profound and often meditative visual experiences that foster a balance of flow and personal resonance, both calm and deeply expressive.”
“As suggested by the aesthetics of wabi-sabi, abstract intuitive art prefers intuitive creation – simplicity with depth, minimal forms – symmetry as well as asymmetry – inviting contemplation and emotional connection, working without preconceived plans, but rather letting gestures, colors, and materials guide the outcome.”
“As an artmaker, I allow the creative process to emerge through feeling and spontaneity, allowing lines, shapes, and textures to emerge naturally without overthinking or striving for perfection. Often, these abstract works are inspired by nature’s rhythm, creating semi-abstract forms that represent the essence of landscapes, trees, or light, rather than a literal, photorealistic representation.”
