Night Out in New Orleans: Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Looking for something to do Thursday night to get the weekend started early? How about a night out in New Orleans @ The Ogden Museum of Southern Art.  The Rebirth Brass Band and Cheeky Blakk will be performing in the Patrick F. Taylor Library from 6-8 pm for Ogden After Hours, the Museum's weekly concert series. 

Come early to the Museum, open 10am - 5pm, and marvel at the gorgeous work by Walter Anderson currently on exhibit.  In light of the current oil spill, the only images of birds I've seen have been sad ones.  How inspiring to see Anderson's images and gain a small boost of hope during this disaster.  Rounding the gallery corner, I spotted Anderson's Pelicans and was moved by the majesty and beauty of this once again endangered species.  I am in awe of Anderson's deep love for the flora and fauna of the Gulf Coast.  Anderson’s obsession to "realize" his subjects through his art and to be one with the natural world instead of an intruder, created works that are intense and evocative.

GIVEAWAY: 

The Art of the South 1890-2003, Ogden Museum Catalog 

To enter the giveaway, simply leave a comment below letting me know which Anderson image is you favorite and why!  For extra entries, become a follower or subscribe to Le jeune décorateur et sa Nouvelle Orléans (http://herneworleans.blogspot.com/)  The giveaway will close Friday evening, and the winner will be contacted by email. (so be sure to leave yours!)


Images: Pelicans, Herons Over Pines, & Blue Crab by Walter Anderson