Contemporary Abstract Pop Art & Fine Commissions
Bold, expressive pop art that embodies humor and heart. Experience creativity and joy in every piece.
“I create art inspired by the humor, heart, and everyday moments we all recognize. My work blends storytelling, color, and a touch of mischief — capturing life as we actually live it.”
The Story Behind the Canvas
Every canvas starts as a blank stare. A big, white, "well — impress me" stare. And I never quite know who's going to win the staring contest.
I don't paint with a plan. I paint with a playlist. The music goes on, the brushes come out, and the colors start arguing among themselves about who gets to be the loudest. My job is mostly to referee — and to know when to get out of the way.
There's a moment in every painting — I call it the tilt — when it stops being paint on canvas and starts being a personality. It leans in. It gets a sense of humor. Sometimes it gets a little mischievous, and I've learned not to fight that. The best pieces are the ones that surprise me.
That's really what I'm after: art that doesn't just hang on your wall, but talks to it. Art with a pulse, a punchline, and a past. If one of my paintings makes you laugh, or lean in closer, or feel something you weren't expecting at 9 AM on a Tuesday — then the canvas won the staring contest. And honestly? It usually does.
Notable Exhibitions & Public Projects
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ASU Gammage Art Gallery | Tempe, AZ
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Scottsdale Civic Center Library Gallery | Scottsdale, AZ
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Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Gallery | Phoenix, AZ
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Peoria "2024 Utility Box Art Wrap" Public Project | Peoria, AZ
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Channel 12 News Phoenix | Featured on Art Pops
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Stuart Weitzman | Custom Shoe Collection Design
My work is prized in prominent private collections alongside masters like Agam, Shemi, Max, and Linderman.
Art with Purpose
A committed philanthropist, Mike proudly supports Emily Yates Cancer Research, Donors are Heroes, and Whisk Away, benefiting Mother’s Grace—a community-driven organization providing essential support for mothers and children facing acute life challenges. Through exhibitions, media, and charity, his art serves as a vibrant bridge for dialogue, inspiration, and community enrichment.
© 2026 by Mike Margolis Art