Michael's Gallery

For over 50 years, Michael Ibey has been a major force within the art and framing industry. Inspired by his family's art business, he began designing and building one-of-a-kind frames as a teenager. Since then, he has built a thriving career doing framing designs, art commissioning, buying and publishing for Michael's Gallery.
Early in his career, Michael was a pioneer in the framing and printing world. Michael had major success selling art and framing throughout the United States.
In the 80's, Michael's gallery commissioned extraordinary painter Robert Lyn Nelson, who is celebrated for his marine paintings and "Two Worlds" style, to paint his first, widely successful diptych called Hanalei Nani. With this diptych, Michael created a new form of printing referred to as "mixed media serigraph"; this technique blends serigraphy colors to a lithograph.
Since the late 90's, Michael has been acquiring an eclectic array of works by acclaimed artists such as Kimm Byers, RC Gorman, Eyvind Earle, Jorn Fox, John Genis, Hans Skalagard, Breck Rothage, Maria, Aldo Luongo, Barbara Owens, Orlando Agudelo-Botero, Itzchak Tarkay and more. His collections are sought after and sold to auctioneers, cruise lines, retail galleries and private collectors.
An influencer to his core, Michael has been a leader in shaping the industry over the years with his innovative approach! Today, Michael is the owner of Michael's Gallery in Costa Mesa, CA where he is helping clients find unique art from his eclectic collection to enhance and add expression to their businesses and homes.
Early in his career, Michael was a pioneer in the framing and printing world. Michael had major success selling art and framing throughout the United States.
In the 80's, Michael's gallery commissioned extraordinary painter Robert Lyn Nelson, who is celebrated for his marine paintings and "Two Worlds" style, to paint his first, widely successful diptych called Hanalei Nani. With this diptych, Michael created a new form of printing referred to as "mixed media serigraph"; this technique blends serigraphy colors to a lithograph.
Since the late 90's, Michael has been acquiring an eclectic array of works by acclaimed artists such as Kimm Byers, RC Gorman, Eyvind Earle, Jorn Fox, John Genis, Hans Skalagard, Breck Rothage, Maria, Aldo Luongo, Barbara Owens, Orlando Agudelo-Botero, Itzchak Tarkay and more. His collections are sought after and sold to auctioneers, cruise lines, retail galleries and private collectors.
An influencer to his core, Michael has been a leader in shaping the industry over the years with his innovative approach! Today, Michael is the owner of Michael's Gallery in Costa Mesa, CA where he is helping clients find unique art from his eclectic collection to enhance and add expression to their businesses and homes.
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Bidder Reviews for Michael's Gallery (103)
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PatrickRoseville, CA
Nov 17, 2025
Perfectly packed and shipped
This is a beautiful piece and it was perfectly wrapped, packaged and shipped.

LisaKissimmee, FL
Aug 16, 2025
Michael’s Gallery: My Go-To for Incredible Art
Michael’s Gallery is hands down the best place to buy art. I’ve purchased through their auctions many times and every experience has been flawless. They offer an incredible variety of art at fair prices, with personalized service that makes you feel valued. The process is easy and stress-free, and their framing selection is second to none — expert help included. If you want quality, trust, and a gallery that goes above and beyond, Michael’sGallery is it.

LisaKissimmee, FL
Aug 02, 2025
Outstanding Gallery, Framing Expertise, and Integrity
⸻ I’ve been purchasing art regularly from Michael’s Gallery over the past three years and have consistently had exceptional experiences. Michael himself provides personalized communication, which makes each interaction feel special. The gallery offers a wide variety of art pieces at fair and honest prices — there’s no false bidding here, just integrity and trustworthiness. Additionally, Michael’s framing expertise is unmatched, backed by over 40 years of experience. Despite living 1, 500 miles away, I still choose Michael’s Gallery for all my framing needs because I know the results will be outstanding. I give Michael’s Gallery my highest recommendation

MICHAELCosta Mesa, CA
Jul 21, 2025
Highly recommended to buy artwork from. A + A + A + A + A +
Highly recommended to buy artwork from. A + A + A + A + A +

BlakeOlathe, KS
May 06, 2025
Timely and Friendly
I won two items at this auction, both of which I'm very pleased with. I spoke with Michael (not THE Michael, but a Michael nonetheless:)), and he let me know when to expect my paintings. He was very pleasant and responded quickly. They both arrived in a timely manner. I would be happy to purchase from Michael's Gallery again.

LisaKissimmee, FL
Apr 19, 2025
Best Gallery for variety and prices
Michael’s gallery consistently delivers. I have been buying from their auctions for nearly 3 years. The prices are fair and the paintings have all been in excellent condition. Service is extraordinary with easy communication from Michael himself. Michael’s gallery has one of the largest selections of paintings. Great variety. Highly recommend

AlejandroNew York, NY
Mar 22, 2025
Great watercolor, packaging and overall process.
I received the watercolor very well packaged and in great condition. Timely delivery. Highly recommend! Thank you.

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