I'm an artist through and through. All my interest have to do with artistry in some form. I love sneaking into movie theatres seeing two or three movies in one sitting, reflexology and massage therapy, singing when no one is around or in earshot to my knowledge anyway:), cooking(fried chicken is my speciality), reading anything from biographies, famous&unknown or forgotten poets and philosophers. Spending ungodly amounts of hours debating and enjoying friends' company, doing absolutely nothing and reflecting on my experiences and unexpected encounters and lessons learned along the way.
Music
I'm a mood music kind of person. My taste is so varied and seasonal that it is impossible to list all of my musical taste. Let's put it this way, i have over 400 CDs and counting. I will tell you this though, i love stumbling upon old and undiscovered talent. Jonatha Brookes is my all time favorite discovery and Nina Simone is timeless. Alright, i'm gonna stop there cause i can go on and on. I love music as much as i love art, they are one in the same. I can't draw without it!
Movies
Too many to even try to list. Depends on my mood again. What i thought was the ultimate movie falls short from the next best thing. Like life, my favorite movie changes and evolves.
Television
Cold Case,CSI,Grey's Anatomy, SuperNatural, Smallville, ER, America's Next top Model, Oprah Winfrey Show,Fear Factor and sorry for the cheese factor but (American Idol) it appeals to my inner singer that comes barreling out in the shower to my neighbors' horror:) Judging Amy(R.I.P)So you Think You Can Dance, I'm gonna stop now cause all my guilty pleasures are falling out of the TV closet.
Books
Ralph Waldo Emerson: anything and everything with his name on it,i quote from him constantly, Langston Hughes, Walt Witman, Rumi,Confucious:The Essential Confucious, Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise, Even The Stars Look Lonesome, The Heart of a Woman,
The Dalai Lama:An Open Heart,
J.Krishnamurti:Total freedom, On Relationship, Can Humanity Change?, Freedom from The Known,
Rainer Maria Rilke:Letters To a Young Poet,
Frank Lloyd wright:A Testament,
Pearl Cleage:We Speak Your Names,
Christopher Reeve:Nothing Is impossible and Still Me,
Norman Rockwell:A Life by Norman Rockwell,
Carl G. Jung:Memories,Dreams,Reflections,
Dr.Wayne W.Dyer:There's A Spiritual Solution To Every Problem, The Power of Intention, Manifest Your Destiny, Wisdom of the Ages,
Donald Trump:How to Get Rich, Think Like A Billionaire,
Harvey Mackay:Pushing The Envelope, Beware of the Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt, Swim With the sharks Without Being Eaten,
Marlon Brando:Songs My Mother Taught Me,
Phillip McGraw:Self Matters,
William S.Pollack:Real Boys'Voices,
Larry king:How to Talk to Anyone,Anytime,Anywhere,
Hermann Hesse:Siddhartha(Favorite coming of age book)
Heroes
I don't believe in heroes, it gives people a false sense of security. Making a human being your foundation is a dangerous and often, more than not, a disappointing experience. Humanity is a fragile foundation, one must be their own hero in life or run the risk of having false expections and delusions.
Joy,Hope,Pain,Depression,Ecstasy,Despair,Rage,Hatred,Acceptance and Back to Love.... The duality of life and the human existence
Every drawing displayed comes as a 11x17" print for $29.95 now this is separate from the custom artwork which is more. Payments can be made by check or money order and the shipping and handling is free of charge. If you would like to talk to me directly beyond myspace you can reach me at ptmikebrown@yahoo.com I enjoy making friends on this forum and forming relationships but understand me when i say that i am here for the selling and displaying of my art. No rude comments or come ons, get to know me before you insult me, play with me, or flirt with me. I'm not that kind of fella and you will be deleted without warning if you wear out ya welcome with me. Believe that!! Be respectful and display good manners and i will do the same. Born into a family of artists in St Louis, Michael can't remember life before art. He currently resides in Kansas City. If you are interested in purchasing any of Michael's work, or would like to commision Michael to draw a piece for you (based on a photograph that you provide), leave him a message here, or contact him at ptmikebrown@yahoo.com
Who I'd like to meet: Anyone that has a story i want to meet, which in fact is every man. No man is insignificant. It's the unsung heroes, the everyday common man that interest me. There is where beauty, reality, and art collide. The underdog that society has cast out of it's midst is a definite interest. I enjoy meeting and finding value in things and people that on the average go unnoticed. Celebrities, i got a few i would love to meet, but ultimately the best meetings are the unpredictable and unplanned kind. There is beauty in the unknown, life's mysteries can be captavating, you just have to have the balls to look and meet it straight on is all. That's the reward for living.
yea? i'll let u know... thanks for the request- u have awesome drawings. u know I do draw too but haven't since a while now...God I think I miss it...but anyways...hope ur swell.... -G
haha, you surprised me, I wasn't expecting it...thanks, you're always so kind bro. I need to work with larger sizes 9"x12" is so small it's hard to get the detail I like, I think Im gonna go up to 14x17 watcha think mike?
hey, I was checking out your profile and your comments, and saw the piece you did for tony, the "rocky" robe and gloves. I love it beyond words, absolutely stunning, dude a compliment from you makes my day. thank you
Sorry I havent talked too you in a while, I was just wondering would you do a picture, Of my fiance and I we have pictures on myspace her name is shanda and a picture of my dad i would like to no how much this would cost my price range would probably be around,$400 too $600 dollars I would have to say that these pictures that you draw are very good what an artist you are comment back I am very interested now..corey
Hello my sweet friend, Just sending a quick note to say I’m thinking of you and sending you my best wishes for a wonderful weekend. I know I owe you a proper letter and I will send one soon. I’m staying positive regarding all of life’s challenges and opportunities (I had a “little” set back). I think of you often and send you love and a great big HUG!!! Thank you for your continued friendship Love from Katherine
THAT SOUNDS FREAKEN COOL MAN ON THE REAL 4 SURE WE WILL HAVE 2 TALK SOON I REALY DO LOVE YOUR WORK AND A PARIS HILTON DRAWING WOULD JUST BE MIND BLOWING 4 ME SO ILL BE WRITING YOU A MESSAGE WITH SOME INFO THANKS MAN 4 DA ADD AND GIVING ME THE RUN DOWN
Hello there my amazing freind i have been out of touch Make me a super Model, for the last month and a half and I have just got back, I walked off the show! It was rediculas and was all just designed to exploit vain young adults! I had enough after week 6 and walked off the show... You would be soo proud of me Mike lol.. It was for the best! A man has to go his own way and there are more important things in life then being on tv and self respect and common sence is a start! The first contestant to walk off a reality tv show and tell them to get "****" Lol God i really am going up arnt i lol.. I hope that your doing well.. Its so nice to be able to talk to you again! The art is look more amazing then ever! Your the best! Love ya Lucas xxx If you wanna check out the show or my exit on stage you can u tube it babes or just head to the yahoo Web Site. Much love ME!
