ABOUT ME
When I moved to the Bay Area, I wasn’t sure what was ahead for me. In time I came to appreciate the pervasive optimism and inventiveness you find here in Silicon Valley. I built a rewarding career in communications with some inspiring people and remarkable organizations.
Hewlett-Packard: as Executive Communications Manager
Cisco Systems: as Communications Partner & Consultant
Brocade Communications: as Communications Partner & Consultant
Grass Valley, a Belden Brand: as Global Communications Manager
Prior to this, I spent eight years in Rochester, New York. A dynamic graduate program in imaging arts drew me to the Rochester Institute of Technology. For my thesis exhibition, I created a series of mixed-media sculpture to address issues and share insights from my time in Morocco as a Peace Corps volunteer. The exhibition was called Conscious Conscience: Cross-Cultural Art.
In Rochester, I was part of a culturally rich community focused on image making and the history of photography (think Kodak, Xerox, Bausch & Lomb). I joined the talented staff at George Eastman House, International Museum of Photography & Film. As exhibitions manager, I led a creative team that supported the preservation, interpretation and presentation of world-class photographic exhibitions for appreciative audiences around the world.
Later, I drove from New York to California seeking new adventures and opportunities. I brought with me a growing appreciation for art and a passion to create. On weekends, I continued creative pursuits from my garage studio. I’ve produced two exhibitions (Hip on Pop and My Art Nostalgic) and created three art photo books (Reflective Vision/Together/Fifty-Nine) as ways to drive focus and creative resolution while also sharing my art with friends, colleagues and former strangers.
I want to increase exposure and engagement with audiences. If you would like to learn more about, participate in, and/or support these efforts, please email me.
Thank you,
Michael Easley
Arlington, Virginia 1979
ME MANIFESTO
I respect and admire people who creatively pursue the realization of original work. Originality pushes boundaries, challenges expectations, enlightens and inspires.
As a practicing artist, I find creating something unique to be immensely satisfying. Experience has taught me that art-making requires discipline, sacrifice, persistence, skills and a solid belief in oneself. It’s not an easy path, but it’s one worth pursuing.
I believe in the power of art to inspire.
I believe in fostering purpose and supporting a cause.
I believe in thinking creatively and working collaboratively.
I believe in sharing, mentoring and lifelong learning.
I believe in the digital revolution and embracing novel ways of creating.