Mike Zillgitt Art

05/07/2026

A few of my original paintings are on display at Paddle On Coffee in Lanesboro, MN through the end of June. Stop by if you get a chance and don’t forget to grab a coffee or brunch item. Special thanks to Ryan and Allie for the opportunity to exhibit my work in the warm and welcoming space they’ve created.

04/13/2026

A recently commissioned oil painting featuring sanderlings. A wonderful opportunity and really fun project from field to studio!

04/13/2026

03/11/2026

This is a commissioned painting I recently finished. An iconic scene that I've been wanting to paint for quite some time, and I'm so thankful for being given the opportunity to do so.

02/13/2026

02/10/2026

Sometimes we paint what we long for. I long for a summer morning watching the sun rise over a blanket of fog in a remote river valley.

01/23/2026

Each new sunrise, each new day, cherish the gift before it slips away.

01/14/2026

Timelapse video of the latest painting. We made a few guesses, but still don't know what kind of bird made the nest....???

01/09/2026

Another bird nest painting! Of course these "snow birds" headed south awhile ago, but I thought I could still honor their care and craftsmanship displayed in this abandoned summer home 🙂.

12/26/2025

Short timelapse video of my recent painting. I happened to have video and sound of the actual shoreline so thought it'd be fun to incorporate original sights and sounds.