Landscape painting depicting a vast canyon with rock formations, a person on horseback observing the view, and flowering shrubs in the foreground under a vibrant sky.

MICHAEL CHITTOCK

Surreal painting depicting abstract human figures and objects in a dreamlike setting. Features muted colors and textured surfaces, combining nature elements and geometric shapes for a fragmented, introspective atmosphere.
Abstract watercolor painting with pastel tones and horizontal lines
Colorful abstract painting of a rocky landscape with towering cliffs, vibrant plants, and swirling sky.

Introduction

By the age of eleven Michael started copying images from comic books but soon migrated to drawing monsters and fanciful creatures from his imagination, rather poorly at first, but he persevered with dedication and enthusiasm.

Time passed, by High School he was working with oil paint producing landscape and animal paintings, often copied with increasing skill from magazines such as National Geographic.

1980 he moved to Tucson AZ, worked various jobs but always produced art. 1985 started a BFA degree at the University of Arizona.

The BFA degree proved pivotal to the development of his art. Introduction to modern art dramatically influenced the style and development of Michael’s creative process. He met other students all struggling to find their artistic voice, a few of these peers would become lifelong friends.