By:  Michael Ethridge, American Artist

Acrylic on tile

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Michael Ethridge is now realizing his destiny as one of the country’s most sought-after abstract expressionists. His history, education, background and drive as an artist have culminated to help him reach the position he has envisioned for years.
His diverse career allows Ethridge to take his experiences and convey them on the canvas. His work incorporates deep tone, rich color and lavish texture. In each piece, Ethridge has orchestrated a work that gives excitement, evoking deep thoughts and emotions to individuals who view his art.
A multi-talented man, Michael Ethridge began his art career in Arkansas, under the capable tutelage of his mother, who was an accomplished wildlife and still life artist. Continuing art classes at Wynne High School and Arkansas State University, Michael won awards in both the fine arts and in his medical studies.
One of his most significant ventures was a commission to paint a series of luxury grand pianos for the Baldwin Piano Company. Ethridge was chosen to be Baldwin Piano's exclusive hand- painting artist. His first grand, “Beauty in B Minor”, sold to an international dealer within 15 minutes. The director of marketing for Baldwin Piano Company may have said it best when he said, “We’ve received an overwhelming response both internationally and in the U.S. (for your work.).’’
Michael's art was selected by the set director to be in the movie Nothing but the Truth. He was also awarded the title “Best of Show” at Little Rock, AR where Michael was introduced to Governor, Mike Beebe.
While art is his first love, without question, Ethridge draws from a vast array of fine art experiences including a career as a professional musician, entertaining on two Carnival Cruise Line ships. He also landed the lead role in a Memphis area theater production, had appearances on The Nashville Network, and was the band leader of the “Michael Ethridge Band”. As a professional artist and musician, I understand how art and music can enhance a person’s life with healing properties for the heart and the soul.
“My life has been a series of extraordinary events, with fine arts being my passion over the years,” Ethridge says. “My ability to inspire through my art transcends what I sometimes understand. It’s an awesome thing to be able to share something that comes from my own creative spirit."