Michael McGrane is a New Orleans/New Mexico based visual artist working in a variety of media, including photography, art masks, painting, and digital art. Having been previously employed as a sign artist, graphic designer, illustrator, and art consultant, he draws on many artistic disciplines to bring these diverse images to life. 

Michael began his photographic journey in New York City during the heyday of the hardcore punk era of the mid 80’s, attempting to document a now extinct music scene and the distinct personalities within. His work was later featured prominently at CBGB’s 313 Gallery in their 2000 exhibit, New Revisited. He then went on to found his own highly regarded art gallery in the East Village and curated exhibits with HR Giger, Mick Rock, Mark Mothersbaugh and many other now well-established artists. These experiences developed into a passion for shooting the unique characters, street musicians and other cultural aspects of New Orleans, the vibrant city he’s called home for the past decade. Atmospheric scenes from abandoned places and local cemeteries are also common subjects. Michael’s work has been exhibited extensively in numerous galleries and museums including the Louisiana State Museum, The New Orleans Contemporary Arts Center, and The Ogden Museum Of Southern Art.

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Featured Entry: Lensculture Street Photography Awards 2020

Semi Finalist: Bruce Gilden Prize / Urban Photography Awards 2021

Finalist: Urban Book Award / Urban Photography Awards 2021

Press: Dodho Magazine / Street Photography New Orleans

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