D e s e r t E x p o s u r e
February 2012
Our Cover Artist
"Early Crowd" by Michael Murphy
Mimbres artist Michael Murphy has worked professionally in various artistic mediums for more than 25 years. After a 15-year career as a freelance illustrator working for design firms, ad agencies and publishers, he turned to fine art. Painting, drawing, sculpture, prints, jewelry, furniture making and constructions have all preoccupied him at various times. His work is sold all over the world and is featured online at www.republicofcrainia.com. Locally, his work can be seen at Ginny Wolf Studio & Gallery, 108 W. Yankie St. in Silver City, 313-5709.