Garry McMichael: Retrospective

September 1 – October 29, 2022

Opening Reception:

Saturday September 10,

5:00 pm- 8:00pm

Garry McMichael: Retrospective features photography, drawings and paintings spanning the art career of the late Garry McMichael, long-time resident artist at Green Door Art Gallery.

Garry McMichael - Photography, Drawing, Acrylic, Oil and Pastel Painting

Garry McMichael made his transition on Saturday, June 4.  Cancer won, and he passed away peacefully in his home.

 Garry was a photographer for sixty years, beginning in a studio in Springfield, MO with Paul Mignard and later in St. Louis.  His commercial clients were many, including former Memco Barge Co.  Along with photographs, he wrote for numerous magazines including Organic GardeningBicycling Magazine and National Geographic.  He had a way with words! 
 Within the organization Greater St. Louis Art Association, Garry helped raise awareness of art, painting, photography and more, mentoring many artists.  Always willing to help, promote and establish the artistic community, he touched many lives.  He gave many workshops in his gallery/studio, always helping artists find their way into the art world.  His own art featured nature, especially rocks, stacking rocks and cairns.  Many galleries and shows featured his work.  
 He and his knowledge of the artist workings will missed by many.  Garry touched and influenced numerous artists throughout the community, state, and national level.  Missed by many, Garry’s legacy will endure and brighten the community.