Mike Bily

Early Fruit

24 x 30 x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

$297

The inspiration for this painting came from my neighbors front yard. They have a large stand of beavertail cactus that fruits for the benefit of our local wens. Besides the admiring dynamic structure of the plant, I also enjoy watching the birds swoop in to feed.

Artist's Statement:

As an artist, my work leans towards figurative art, and in some cases, it can be categorized as alla prima brush work or impressionism. I attribute this to my spontaneous depiction of the subject matter that to the passing eyes may only record it as a blur. My objective is to capture these fleeting moments for others to witness and enjoy.

I believe art should not only be decorative but also tell a story…to educate and stimulate the viewer. The spectator should never stop learning with unexpected wonder and enjoyment.