Michelle Spearman Opens New Exhibit in Dallas
The Dallas artist showcases digital airbrush prints at the Gallery at Tractorbeam through December.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Fine Art
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Artist Michelle Spearman has opened her latest exhibition, Second Place, at the Gallery at Tractorbeam in Dallas. The show features a collection of digital prints inspired by airbrush aesthetics from the 1970s and 1980s.
Why it matters
The exhibition title reflects the artist's personal explorations into relationships and the current political status of women. It marks a continuation of the digital airbrush practice she began in 2020.
The exhibition features digital prints created via iPad by the 32-year-old artist. The work is currently hosted at the Gallery at Tractorbeam, located at 1526 S. Good Latimer Expressway, Suite 130.
The players
Michelle Spearman
She is a 32-year-old Dallas-based artist known for her digital airbrush art.
Gallery at Tractorbeam
This gallery is located at 1526 S. Good Latimer Expressway in Dallas.
The details
Spearman creates her art by synthesizing techniques from commercial photography with the retro style of airbrushing. The pieces focus on thematic elements regarding personal and societal experiences.
Timeline
Spearman began her digital airbrush art practice in 2020.
A special open event occurs on November 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The exhibition closes at the Gallery at Tractorbeam on December 21, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This exhibition aligns with the broader creative trend of reinterpreting 1970s and 1980s airbrush aesthetics through modern digital platforms. By utilizing an iPad to replicate these vintage commercial styles, Spearman contributes to a growing movement of analog-inspired digital art.
Local art enthusiasts can view the collection at the Gallery at Tractorbeam through December 21. Visitors may also attend an open house event on November 21 as part of the Cedars Open Studio Tour.
The takeaway
Artists today are increasingly using portable technology to bridge the gap between historical commercial art styles and contemporary themes. Visitors to this exhibit can observe how digital tools redefine classic visual language to address modern social commentary.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Dallas Morning News.
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