My Journeys and Achievements
Highlighting the career of Gilbert McCann as a Metal Artist
My Journeys
Throughout my career as a metal sculptor and artist I have had many experiences. I think of these as my "journeys."
I have had exhibits in a number of galleries and shows. I have won some awards. I have been commissioned for some important pieces. But some of my proudest moments have occurred during the showing of my work - from a young man who was blind exploring a piece through touch; parents spending time with their children explaining the meaning of the sculptures; a child smelling Full Bloom and exclaiming, "It smells so good." And also just the wonder and enjoyment people of all ages experience through sharing time with my art. I want to share with all of you some of MY PROUD MOMENTS.
Let's start with my most recent proud moments!
Art Walk Central
*Chosen to exhibit at Art Walk Central, Mt Pleasant, MI, August 2018 three pieces from his Life’s Journey Series
Kettering University, Flint, MI
*Asked to present my work in a one-man exhibit, titled Heavy Metal, at Kettering University July 18 - September 14, 2018 in the Humanities Art Center. Displayed 23 sculptures and a variety of art drawings and concept designs.
Art Reach, Mt Pleasant, MI
*Chosen to exhibit at Art Reach, Mt Pleasant, MI, April 2018 for their national Climate Change Juried Show. One of three awards given. Awarded Honorable Mention. Toxic Beauty
Fenton Arts Council
*Requested by Fenton Arts Council to finalize community art project, October, 2017. "Butterfly"
Presentation of Butterfly Community Art Project to Fenton City Council.
Flint Festival of Quilts
*Exhibited at Flint Festival of Quilts a "quilt of a different fabric" at Knob Hill Bed and Breakfast, October 2017.
Art Walk Central
*Chosen to exhibit at Art Walk Central, Mt Pleasant, MI, September 2017.
Fenton ArtWalk
*Contacted and asked to exhibit at Fenton ArtWalk, Fenton MI, July, 2017.
19th Annual SAC Member Artist Show
*Displayed piece at the 19th Annual SAC Member Artist Show, May 2017.
Genesys/Hurley Cancer Institute
*Requested by Dr Iddings, oncologist Genesys/Hurley Cancer Institute, to display sculpture at yearly reunion party at The Flint Institute of Arts, December 2016.
18th Annual SAC Member Artist Show
*Displayed piece at the 18th Annual SAC Member Artist Show, December 2016.
Flint Festival of Quilts
*Exhibited sculpture "pieces of my heART" A Quilt of a Different Fabric at Knob Hill Bed and Breakfast; Gave artist talk; September, 2016.
Greater Flint Arts Council (GFAC)
*Exhibited collection of works, summer 2016
A mother teaches her child how to make the peace sign
Marshall M Fredericks Museum Regional Biennial Sculpture Exhibition
*One of 48 sculptors chosen to participate, summer 2016
Art Walk Central, Mt Pleasant, MI
*Exhibited at Art Reach Headquarters, summer 2016; Gave artist talk. Placed sixth in the people’s choice voting out of 121 entries.
Bone-ified Flower Child Returns
Shiawasee Art Council (SAC)
*Exhibited collection of works, February 2016
Art Walk Central, Mt. Pleasant, MI
*Exhibited at Isabella Community Credit Union. Gave artist talk, August 2015
Commission
*Commissioned by Dr. Iddings, oncologist, Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute, for piece to show modern technology at work in curing cancer; Presented and spoke at Dr. Iddings reunion party, December 2015; sculpture on display at Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute.
Commission
*Commissioned by Dr. Robert Goekel DC to do a sculpture for his office, September, 2015
Shiawasee Art Council (SAC)
*Displayed piece at the 18th Annual SAC Member Artist Show, May 2015
Greater Flint Arts Council (GFAC)
*Displayed piece at Greater Flint Arts Council Member Artist Show, January 2015
Art Walk Central, Mt. Pleasant, Mi
*Exhibited and hosted by Grey’s Furniture. Gave artist talk, Summer 2014
Marshall M. Fredricks Museum Regional Biennial Sculpture Exhibition
One of 36 sculptors chosen to participate, Summer 2014
Commission
*Commissioned by Dr. Robert Goekel DC to do a sculpture for his office, June, 2014
Shiawassee Art Council (SAC)
*Displayed piece at the 17th annual SAC Member Artist Show, May 2014
Southeastern Michigan LaCasa Annual Garden Tour
*Exhibited collection of works, Summer 2013
Commission
*Commissioned by Ted Zahrfeld, retired financial advisor, for piece to place at entrance of private Japanese Serenity garden, Summer 2013
Commission
*Commissioned by Dr Iddings, oncologist Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute, for piece to show victory in fighting cancer; Presented and spoke at Dr. Iddings reunion party December 2013; sculpture on display at Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute
ArtPrize, Grand Rapids, MI
*Chosen to exhibit a piece, by Select Bank during ArtPrize 2012; Stop #13 of 21 on Grand Rapids Children’s Museum Kids' ARTPRIZE Tour
“It smells so good!”
the sense of touch
ARTbeat5, Yuma, AZ
*Sculpture acquired and installed by the city of Yuma, AZ, April, 2012 during ARTbeat5 Speaker at dedication.
Shaking hands with Yuma mayor Douglas J Nichols after the dedication ceremony
Harper’s Art Gallery, Daytona Beach, FL
*First place in a fine arts competition, Summer 2010
Daytona Beach Art League
*Acquired sculpture for permanent display in their sculpture garden. Summer 2010
Sun King
*Exhibited piece, Winter 2010
"Dance of the Stingrays"
Yavapai College, Prescott, AZ
*Sculpture on display for a semester, spring 2009
The Art Center, Yuma, AZ
*One of six winners in sculpture competition, Autumn 2008, Piece on display for a year
Brio Fine Arts Center, Scottsdale, AZ
*Exhibited summer 2008
Creative Arts Magazine
*Piece chosen for cover of magazine, spring 2008
"Dance of the Stingrays"
Yavapai College, Prescott, AZ
*Placed second in student art show with the first assignment in my Art Welding class; Autumn 2007
