Michael Owen and Friends Art Exhibition: XL2
At The Alchemy of Art (Baltimore)
Michael Owen returns to Baltimore for his first public gallery exhibition in twelve years! Join the journey at The Alchemy of Art, September 3, 2026, from 6-9PM. Portals, paintings and poems transform the space and lead our way, through the peaks and valleys of life. A dozen collaborators, from Baltimore, Virginia, and California, expand viewpoints, diversify mediums and represent Michael’s current communities. East coast grind meets a west coast vibe. Light poles merge into palm trees. Unused spaces transform into immersive installations. The future becomes our friend.
Michael has painted over 200 murals, created commissions for Fortune 500 companies, and developed an international collectorship of his personal art. He is best known for the Baltimore Love Project, four hands shaping the word love, stretched across the city. Shortly after graduating from MICA in 2004, Michael created a group of paintings, called “Life”, unaware that he was processing the loss of his grandmother. Could beauty come from sadness, growth from decay? This personal series continued through a multi-media show, a limited edition coffee table book, and now, decades later, through XL2.
The full list of collaborators in various mediums includes : Angelina LaPointe, B. Robinson, Billy Mitchell, Brandon Tagle, Dan Baldwin, Harper Owen, High Grounds, Jacqueline Lee, Jeff Martin, Joanna O, Leslie Stewart, Matt Schultz, Sean Scheidt, Sheridan Costa, Tracy Gold, Uptown Press, and Will Callnan.
From the artist Michael Owen – “The “Life” series was always personal, but I was never alone. Communion. Collaborators. Creative community moved me forward. Bryan made a film about “New Life” and Sean took Polaroids at the event. Billy, Jeff, Harper and Tracy helped me create “Extra Life”. Matt and Joanna responded musically, when the book was complete”.
The full film, experimental soundscape, dj mix, book and even some photos will be at XL2. All Ages.
LOCATION: The Alchemy of Art, 1637 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, MD 21231
