Michael earned his B.A. degree in 2002 from the University of Vermont where he studied Studio Art and Art History. During this time he molded his artistic vision, drawing inspiration from his life and from his favorite artists, both living and deceased. Some of these artists include David Lynch, Tim Burton, Albert Watson, Gustav Klimt, Damien Hirst, Edward Weston, and Francisco de Zurbaran. From 2004-2005, He attended the New England School of Photography in Boston, where he graduated with honors in both Advertising and Fashion Photography, and gained a working knowledge of studio and commercial photography. Michael's client list includes Hasbro, Inc., Swindle Magazine, Amana Images, Anichini, and Swarovski Crystal. Michael currently spends his time living and working in Burlington, Vermont and Manhattan, NY.