Mike grew up in California surrounded by artistic influence. He has been showing and selling his pottery since age 16, when he first exhibited at the Sawdust Festival. Encouraged by scholarships and awards, he pursued ceramics as his profession. He focused on Raku while at San Diego State University and the Art Institute of Southern California.
Mike is a driven potter, and he spends countless hours creating at his studio. His wife, Kelly, is his partner in ceramics; he has a two year old daughter, Kendyl and a yellow lab, Woody. His other passion is the beach, where he is an avid surfer and volleyball player.
Mike has received awards for his skills by the Catalina Island Art, The Van Gogh Orange Show and The Sawdust Art Festival.
Mike's work can be seen in Wolfgang Puck's upscale restaurants and the new Palm's Hotel in Las Vegas.