Michael Greenspan is concerned with the quality and nature of line and how it defines space. The textures and inconsistencies of his plater surfaces acts as a catalyst. Greenspan's imagery is a representation of his everyday environment and the effect of the physical forces he sees and feels around him. His use of color implies qualities of the landscape elements. The paintings are in fact snapshots of larger scenes, implying content beyond the confines of the painting. The intention of Greenspan is to challenge the viewer to take time to inspect the work closely, to be drawn in, suspending preconceptions and viscerally filling in the blanks.

Greenspan received a B.A. in Fine Art from the University of Nevada and worked as a general contractor for 25 years in the Seattle area. He currently resides in the High Desert of Southern Oregon.