👋 About Mike Dooley
Hi, I’m Mike—photographer, Chief Story Teller, Rhode Island explorer, and full-time light chaser.
I create fine art landscape and seascape photography that feels like a deep breath and a long exhale.
Based in Warwick, RI, I spend an unreasonable amount of time staring at the sky, walking the coastline, and waiting for the perfect moment when light hits just right.
If there’s a sunrise happening—I’m probably in it. Likewise, if there’s a sunset nearby—I’ve already picked my spot.
As a visual artist, I specialize in capturing the beauty of the world when it’s at its most poetic: bold colors, dramatic light, quiet moments, and reflections that’ll stop you mid-scroll.
Ultimately, my goal is to show you the ordinary… in a way that feels extraordinary.
🎨 Check Out My Work
If you’ve ever wanted to bring more peace, color, and coastal beauty into your world—now’s your chance.
Your walls are ready for something meaningful.
As a fine art photographer in Rhode Island, I’ve curated a collection of seascapes, landscapes, and quiet moments that speak straight to the soul.
Each piece is more than just a photo. It’s made with care and crafted to inspire.
Whether it’s hanging in your living room, brightening your office, or becoming the perfect gift for someone special, a fine art print brings beauty and calm into your space.
So go ahead— explore the gallery and find the photo that speaks to you.
I promise it’s in there, waiting.
🎞 What Makes Me Tick
Let’s be honest—life gets busy. Most of us don’t have time to pause and soak in the magic of early morning mist, golden hour glow, or the kind of stillness that only happens right before the world wakes up.
Luckily, I do.
And even better, I love sharing those moments with you. Through my camera, I try to bottle up the calm, color, and clarity you might miss during the rush. That way, even if you’re stuck at your desk or pacing through a busy day, you can look at one of my prints and just… breathe.
💬 Artist Statement
Let’s face it—most of us don’t stop long enough to notice the beauty around us. I get it. Life’s loud. Still, I believe art can be a quiet, powerful invitation to slow down.
That’s why I make photographs that invite you to look a little longer. To see not just where you are—but how it feels. Each image is a window into a moment that made me stop and say, “wow.”
And now, you can say “wow” too—without getting sand in your shoes.
📸 Street Cred (The Fancy Stuff)
- Past President of the Photographic Society of Rhode Island
- Member of the Wickford Art Association’s Photo Arts Group
- 2014–15 Seasons’ Pass Artist for the Rhode Island Blood Center
- Featured in Shutterbug Magazine (March 2014)
- Exhibiting artist in galleries across Rhode Island
📍 Where I Wander
Rhode Island is my home turf, and I treat it like a giant outdoor studio. I explore every craggy beach, salt-soaked dock, and winding backroad this little state offers.
At the same time, I also wander through New England, camera in hand, always looking for the next perfect frame.
As a result, you’ll find my work in homes, offices, hospitals, galleries, and anywhere else that needs a little more peace and a little less chaos.
🔗 Stay in the Loop
Curious about where I’ve been pointing my lens lately? Want a behind-the-scenes peek at what I’m working on, or which photo I’m currently geeking out over?
Well, you’re in luck. I regularly share updates, new images, and the occasional photography rant (the fun kind) across my social media channels.
So if you’re into coastal views, painterly skies, and a touch of creative chaos— follow along here:
Landscape Gallery
Wander Through Quiet Horizons
Seascape Gallery
Dive Into the Seascape Pool
Still Life Gallery
Bite Into the Beauty
Icons Life Gallery
Icons & Oddities
Night Gallery
Wander Around in the Dark
⚠️ Copyright
All photographs are © Mike Dooley – All Rights Reserved. These images are protected under U.S. and international copyright laws. Please do not download, reproduce, copy, or use them without written permission.