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Faces & Figures 1995
In 1987, Michael and two colleagues began a series of
world class stone sculpture exhibitions on Granville Island, Vancouver, Canada.These exhibitions showcased their art, celebrating contemporary stone sculpture.
These exhibitions were produced, curated and financed entirely by the artists, with no private or corporate sponsorship.
The exhibitions were christened "Faces & Figures" and there were
seven showings over a ten year period. The location of Granville Island was chosen as it draws many visitors to Vancouver and the artists could expand their clientel base by exposing their sculpture to an international audience.
The Faces & Figures shows were an instant success and quickly became an anticipated annual event on the Vancouver art scene.
From the opening night to the close of each show, hundreds of visitors enjoyed the talents of the sculptors and each show was a near sell-out.
This was the sixth exhibition and Michael showed solo this time in the Performance Works building. George Pratt and Babe Gunn declined to show this year. It was a massive undertaking for Michael, but he felt it important to continue the Faces & Figures series. Michael exhibited over 50 new works.
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Canfor Corp. CEO and President Mr. Peter Bentley opens the show.
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Mr. Bentley unveils Michael's "Nude with Chain".
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Opening night draws Vancouver's eager sculpture collectors.
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Peter and Sheila Bentley with Michelle and Michael Binkley and Michael's "Coy Glance".
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Collector Dr. D. Rix talks to Peter Bentley.
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Artists Ian Rowles, Monica and Barry Shelton with Michael
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Collectors Patti Leigh and Lenora Moore with Michael's "Nude with Mole".
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Ron Yoshida (left) and friends with his new aquisition, "Mr. Justin Case Calls for a Net".
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Collector Marguerite Yee with her "Jubilation".
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Jade baron Kirk Makepiece (c) and George Pratt (r) discuss Michael's "Four Wishes?" in polar jade.
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