Dan May 'Quiet Company' Wood Print Available
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 
Artist: Dan May
Title: Quiet Company'
Medium: Giclee on Birch Wood
Size: 8 x 10 x 1/2 Inches
Edition: OPEN
Prices: $50
*it's pumpkin season, I can't think of a better print to feature than this one!
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Dan May is a contemporary artist whose dreamlike paintings invite viewers into surreal worlds that blur the line between reality and imagination. Based in Michigan, May is best known for his meticulously detailed works that feature fantastical landscapes, whimsical creatures, and emotionally evocative narratives. His art has been described as a visual poetry of the subconscious, where human emotion is expressed through metaphorical beings and symbolic environments.
May’s signature style combines fine brushwork with a delicate layering of textures, often creating an almost otherworldly sense of atmosphere. His characters are often wide-eyed, furry, or ghostlike, inhabit strange yet familiar realms, reflecting themes of wonder, melancholy, and transformation. These creatures serve as vessels for storytelling, embodying both innocence and depth, making his paintings feel at once haunting and tender.
Beyond their imaginative qualities, May’s works reveal a strong grounding in traditional painting techniques. His use of color and light conveys mood with precision, ranging from soft, muted palettes that evoke quiet introspection to vibrant hues that pulse with life. Each composition carries an underlying narrative, encouraging the viewer to reflect on personal journeys, inner landscapes, and shared human experiences.
May’s paintings have been exhibited widely across the United States and internationally, gaining recognition among collectors and fans of pop surrealism and contemporary narrative art. His work appeals to those drawn to stories told through visual allegory, offering windows into dreamlike states where the fantastical mirrors the emotional truths of reality. Through his art, Dan May continues to build a universe both enchanting and deeply human.
