The Zen Artistry of Michael Yurkovic: A Fusion of Mid-Century Modern/Atomic Age Design at D. Thomas Fine Art Miniatures

D. Thomas Fine Miniatures is pleased to announce the opening of its new gallery exhibition “Atomic Fusion: The Zen Artistry of Michael Yurkovic” in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. The exhibition will run from March 5, 2016 through May 1, 2016.

This new exhibition will feature recent work of International Guild of Miniature Artisan Michael Yurkovic, known for his signature vignettes including items from his vast portfolio of Mid-Century Modern (MCM) furniture and atomic age-inspired accessories. His portfolio draws on his study of industrial design, his career as a successful toy and game designer and inspiration from classic MCM designers including Charles Eames, Eero Saarinen, and George Nelson.

Yurkovic’s unique creative process includes the use of fine materials including quality hardwood, molded plywood, vinyl and the processes consistent with the MCM/Atomic age period such as crafting in metals and wires and thermoforming plastics.

Michael’s home/workshop contains many life-size MCM furnishings he collects that reflect his personal lifestyle and also serve as his daily inspiration in this meditative space that helps to create a balanced quality of life while working on projects. He intuitively knows when a piece is complete based on his personal satisfaction and he rarely revisits or tweaks a piece. This Zen-like approach to his work embodies a focus on simplicity and intuition rather than fixating on a goal or conventional thinking.

Darren T. Scala, miniaturist and proprietor of D. Thomas Fine Miniatures has admired Yurkovic’s work since they first met at The Guild School. “I am excited to showcase Michael’s unique interpretation of the Mid-Century Modern movement. His creation of classic MCM features are rarely seen of this quality in the world of fine scale miniatures and I am so pleased to showcase his work in my gallery.”

Yurkovic will teach an all day Master Class on Saturday, March 5, 2016 where students will learn period design and create their own MCM shadow box. He will also speak about his vision and creative process at a special Open House on Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 3 to 6pm. Click here for more information about Michael Yurkovic.

About D. Thomas Fine Miniatures
D. Thomas Fine Miniatures is an in store and online retail destination featuring artisan dollhouses and top quality collectibles including 1/12th scale furniture and accessories. The shop also offers workshops and classes taught by master artisans. The concept, designed to appeal to collectors, crafters and enthusiasts at all skill levels and abilities, was created, in part, to raise awareness of miniatures as a decorative art form and to introduce the discipline not only to a new generation but to those who may just be discovering it! The shop also features a gallery space showcasing works in miniature by well-known artists from all over the world.

The shop is located at 579 Warburton Avenue in the village of Hastings-on-Hudson NY. Gallery and shop hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from Noon to 5:00 pm. Evening hours are available by appointment.