Welcome to the world of Artist Michael Tickner

Michael Tickner was born in London, England in 1947. His artwork was first exhibited in a group show at the Passmore Art Gallery when he was eight years old. He was accepted into the prestigious London School Of Art after graduating with honours from High School. Since 1973, Michael has dedicated his life to his art, including a period of paintings done with palette knife and ink washes, and fine detailed pen and ink drawings.

In 1987 he started a new style of artwork, which is making him world renowned. Based on a primitive style, Michael has taken primitive a step farther and added depth and perspective. Michael calls it contemporary/primitive, which is a great oxymoron.

Above: "THE MOUNTAINS WATCH THE CITY RISE" by Michael Tickner - Michael's new 25th year celebration print; Left: Artist Michael Tickner

Shown on television with Vicki Gabereau, a Shaw Cable Feature and a Global Feature, Michael has also completed an eight foot by four foot letter "M", as shown above, which was used in the phrase by Shaw Cable, "Together Is Amazing".

The Vancouver Olympic Bid Committee, used Michael Tickner's two images, The Best of Whistler and The Best Of Vancouver, around Jack Poole and John Furlong's final letter to the IOC Members when going for the 2010 Olympic Bid. Michael was not able to go to Prague for the presentation but his son, Richard Tickner was present, as well as many people acquainted with Michael.

Presently, Michael is part of the Necklace Project in Richmond, at the Aberdeen Station on No. 3 Road. The images are backlit at night and we have only seen them in the daytime. We will replace these images with nightime shots as soon as we are able to get them. While out in Richmond, you can also see Michael's ten foot by thirty foot mural "Safe Haven" that is at the Richmond Hospital. You will have to park the car and walk under the concrete overhead covering at the emergency entrance. There you will see Michael's wonderful image of Steveston from the water, and you can even purchase one of the prints that helps to support the Richmond Hospital Foundation.

"A Growing Landscape" and "The Pumkin Patch" by Michael Tickner

In the summer of 2010, Michael Tickner was chosen as the Signature Artist for the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver, the largest arts festival in Canada. Michael's daringness with colour, combined with his artistic ability and patience, creates bold, uplifting images that make a powerful statement. To Michael, spreading joy with his artwork is the most important gift that he can give.

Michael Tickner has always been very generous and donates not only his artwork, but also his time to children at schools.

His success is on a continuous journey and we highly recommend his work as investment pieces financially as well as emotionally.

Michael Tickner's artwork is featured exclusively at the Lions Bay Art Gallery. www.lionsbayartgallery.com 604-921-7865.