Michael Steirnagle’s experience in the art arena is extensive and varied.  He is currently an Associate Professor of Art at Palomar College , San Marcos . He was originally a freelance art illustrator and received several awards for his work in that field.   He has illustrated a number of children’s books, as well as many other publications. Among his long list of commissions are Pepsi, American Airlines, AT&T, and Major League Baseball.

 Michael’s work hangs in an impressive number of  public and private collections throughout the country.  He is represented locally by the Rancho Santa Fe Art Gallery , and in Arizona by Gasov and Gurule in Scottsdale.  Michael has been exhibiting his work since the 1980’s in several states, including California, Arizona, Illinois, New Mexico, New York, and Texas. He has an ongoing exhibit at the Gallery E Sports Gallery, Baltimore Orioles Baseball Team Gallery.

 For a full list of Michael’s many accomplishments and for a sample of his beautiful female figure paintings, please go to www.Steirnagle.com.  In his Artist’s Statement Mike explains that he considers himself an abstract artist, although he paints representationally.     

On the second Saturday of each month Mike’s studio/gallery will be open along with gallery openings at the Municipal Gallery in Escondido (which is attached to his studio) and Distinction gallery across the street. The address of his studio is: 262 E. Grand, Studio B, Escondido , CA .