Magical realism traditionally used when referring to literature, is the concept of fictional or mythological elements introduced into reality. The contradiction creates a dramatic effect within the works. Parks is particularly inspired by literature and his art usually consists of mythological creatures comfortably interacting with mundane items of reality in a unique way.

Michael Parkes is a master of stone lithography and also creates in a variety of mediums such as oil paintings on canvas, sketches on paper or vellum, and bronze. Michael’s work is also available in a wide range of giclee prints on canvas.

Yes! Many Michael Parkes originals have been made available as limited-edition prints. These editions may be available as giclee prints on canvas or drawing on vellum and paper.

Michael uses the Lost-wax process, also called cire-perdue. This is a method of metal casting in which a molten metal is poured into a wax mold model. Once the mold of metal has set, the wax model is melted from the metal sculpture and drained away.

Michael has spent years studying metaphysics and philosophy, he also has a passion for mythology and history. He takes common themes and ideas and represents them with iconic forms.

Michael Parkes exclusively visits our 4400 square foot showroom annually to meet his clients and fans as well as paint live. Please visit our events and calendar page for the next available show times! Dates may be tentative over the next few months due to COVID.

Stone lithography is a manual printing process that was made popular by Picasso, Giacometti, and Toulouse Lautrec in the 19th and 20th century. The artist will use stone to create an image then transferred to paper. Each color of ink is laid onto the paper separately, Parks uses up to ten colors per piece! This is a laborious task; He spent many years working with masters of stone lithography to develop a seamless creative process.