Kansas City artist Mike Savage needs no introduction to the local community as his vibrant and joyful paintings are instantly recognized around the city. This larger than life artist shares his works in his gallery, at premier art fairs and also graces the walls of some of the finest homes in the world. Please enjoy our conversation below and some of Mike's delightfully exuberant paintings.
1) Mike, thank you so much for participating in this interview. Tell us about when you first became interested in painting.
When I could see. But seriously, since I could start drawing! Always. It always seemed innate.
2) I remember having dinner at JJ's (an iconic restaurant) on the Country Club Plaza and seeing your works of art on the walls; it was so vivid in color and style; how did that commission come about?
My buddy Charlie Podrebarac and I used to hang out there when it was Don Pepe’s. When Jimmy bought the restaurant, a friend from college in the art department was dating him. She suggested my work to hang there. I really believe he was the first to do this in town. It was supposed to be for a month and then I suggested other friend's art for the next two months. He (the owner) said that everyone had missed my art and the rest is history.
3) Where do you find inspiration for your art?
Everywhere. Just look, it’s there.
4) Did you have mentors or others who encouraged you to be creative and to paint?
Sister Francis Grady at Bishop Ward High School. She pushed, meaning educated me and made me “See”. Also the instructors at KU. All they ever did was say, “Look, see, feel”.
5) Who are some of the artists whose work you admire?
I always have my main three: Monet, John Singer Sargent and Rothko.
6) Where can readers find your art? Do you have upcoming exhibits?
My website: http://www.sav-art.com , on Facebook , at The Sav-Art Gallery: located at 4504 State Line Road. KCKs. 913.236.9400.
JJ’s, And other places…I think! The Blue Dot Salon in Lawrence. Margaritas, the KU Union Restaurant, Shop Beautiful in Leawood…..I’m sure I’m missing somewhere.
JJ’s, And other places…I think! The Blue Dot Salon in Lawrence. Margaritas, the KU Union Restaurant, Shop Beautiful in Leawood…..I’m sure I’m missing somewhere.
Indeed, as I have seen some of your private commissions! I also just noticed that you have generously donated paintings of our Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals stadiums to for a local charity's auction event!
7) Mike, what advice would you give to the aspiring artist of any age?
Hone your fundamentals and the medium of choice. Make mistakes, and look for yourself in your work. Be honest with yourself and don’t listen to critics. And have fun.
It is a pleasure to know you Mike, you are truly an inspiration!
Thank you to my Family, Friends and Followers who support The Arts!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
26 comments:
Thank you Karena to showing us this artist's work. I really liked his advice. One of the hardest things for aspiring artists to get in the business or be able to make a living at it is to find your own style.
Beautiful work! I would love to nab that gorgeous rooster. Have a great week, Karena.
Thanks for the introduction! I love his use of purple.
I know I have heard his name and thanks for putting his images on the radar for me. Going to see Vermeer today!
Great artist/ talent!And interview!
Great artist/ talent!And interview!
Love his art and love that he uses such great color!...Magnificent art and great interview Karena....have a great week!
Karena,
I love his work. It reminds me of California.
Happy Thursday!
xo,
Karen
HI Karena,
Something about colour that just seems to fit in anywhere, from the palest to the brightest of home designs it just speaks to you.
Karen is so right his work is so California....
I have been painting again, and painted 4 sea painting on wood, having only one left in my etsy it was a sad moment for me to see them go. An artist has such an attachment to ones art, I know you know exactly how I feel about art you being one of us artist as well.
Again, you need to do a self interview and show some of your art my dear.
See you soon,
I am off to go back and read some of your older postings.
Xx
Dore
Love the brushstrokes, the color, subjects and the life.
What a wonderful interview and talented artist! Happy weekend!
I love all the bold colors in his work. That first one especially captures me. Living the good life in color! Fun post!
Happy Sunday, Karena!
xx
Hi Karena, These are amazingly happy works of art. Thanks for highlighting this KC artist. xoxo Mary
Oh Em Gee...I love his happy colorful work...might need to have a chicken! Hope you are enjoying the promise of spring my friend! xoxoxo
What cheerful paintings! The first one reminds me of Ireland I love it! xo Karolyn
Lovely post, I appreciate his color and whimsy! xx Rié | Portobello Design
Sister gave great advice. I have been painting again. Come Spring it will be yard work. I also am in the mood.. yvonne
Whimsical and beautiful! I love them all.
I love the colours; they are delightful, Karena. I'd own them all ;)
Have a lovely weekend. xx
This is a wonderful style of painting! It is simple looking (which I prefer) but certainly not easy to produce. Sometimes I think it takes more genius to simply a larger concept than it is to take something common and exaggerate it. LOVELY WORK! And Karena dear, thank you for visiting. Happy spring!
Karena, I absolutely adore this artist. I can see the influence of Monet in his work. You should link of this gem on Thought of Home on Thursday. Have a wonderful Easter!
LOVE his work!! Thank you so much for sharing!
His art really is "vibrant and joyful" - I'm glad to have "discovered" him here on your website!!
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Ich möchte DR. AKHERE für die wundervolle Arbeit danken, die er für mich und meine Familie geleistet hat. Ich hatte eine ernsthafte Trennung von meinem Ex, aber als ich ihn um Hilfe bat, brachte er ihn mit seinen historischen Kräften zu mir zurück und half mir auch dabei einen Job zu bekommen, da er mich verzaubert hat, hat es mir wirklich gut getan und seit ich ihn kenne, ist mein Mann mir treu geblieben Hilfe, wenn Sie mit einer Trennung oder einem Eheproblem konfrontiert sind, wenden Sie sich einfach an diesen Mann, um Hilfe zu erhalten. Er wird Ihnen helfen, alles mit seiner Macht zu regeln. Bitte kontaktieren Sie ihn über seine E-Mail: AKHERETEMPLE@gmail.com oder rufen Sie / whatsapp: +2349057261346 an Ihre Probleme werden gelöst.
Ich möchte DR. AKHERE für die wundervolle Arbeit danken, die er für mich und meine Familie geleistet hat. Ich hatte eine ernsthafte Trennung von meinem Ex, aber als ich ihn um Hilfe bat, brachte er ihn mit seinen historischen Kräften zu mir zurück und half mir auch dabei einen Job zu bekommen, da er mich verzaubert hat, hat es mir wirklich gut getan und seit ich ihn kenne, ist mein Mann mir treu geblieben Hilfe, wenn Sie mit einer Trennung oder einem Eheproblem konfrontiert sind, wenden Sie sich einfach an diesen Mann, um Hilfe zu erhalten. Er wird Ihnen helfen, alles mit seiner Macht zu regeln. Bitte kontaktieren Sie ihn über seine E-Mail: AKHERETEMPLE@gmail.com oder rufen Sie / whatsapp: +2349057261346 an Ihre Probleme werden gelöst.
I just remembered the starry night by Van Gogh through these paintings and my son actually loves to paint and he continues to do it even though people let him down and of course as a mom, I always made it to the point that I am his umber one fan.
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