PATRICK HENRY

@patrickhenry

Born in Jamaica now living in New Orleans 15 years , my art finds the parallels between both regions, the cultures, the food, the people and the architecture.

Carol Hallock

@carolhallock

I paint Louisiana and the gulf coast in oils on linen in an expressive and loose style. Favorite subjects are Geraldine the egret, live oak trees, marsh and swamp often painted from my kayak or pontoon boat.

Ndeye Gueye

@thezipperqueen

My name is Ndeye gueye im the young, energetic, self-proclaimed "zipper queen". My line of jewelry, consisting of necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings, are all made with zippers. Im a seamstress and Jewelry maker enjoys all kinds of art, but i will always enjoy being the zipper queen.

Cat Damare

@chicorypro

A small-town, East Texas native, Cat moved to New Orleans to complete her degree in Business Administration in 2011. She began her hospitality career as events coordinator for a Southern Art museum, which occasionally called for jumping behind the bar and managing NBA All Stars all in the same night. Prompted by the current state of the world and noticing a need for virtual programming locally, Cat launched Chicory Productions in October 2020. Chicory is providing virtual and hybrid programming for those looking for an exclusively NOLA experience. Cat is your livestream guide, videographer, editor, graphic designer and marketing manager - all in one package. From custom cooking demos to concerts at Tipitina's, Cat wants to creatively collaborate to make your virtual ideas a reality, making her your "creative co-conspirator."

Vanessa V

@craftyness

I moved to St. Tammany Parish in 2017 and fell in love with Abita Springs! I'm a visual artist specializing in multiple mediums; from Watercolor and acrylic paints to clay sculptures and jewelry, also digital art and traditional illustration with color pencils.

Carol Hallock

@carol

Carol Hallock was born in Baton Rouge, and is a graduate of LSU. Her work can be found in collections across the country. She has been published in multiple books, national magazines and has instructional videos on The Art of Loose Painting which are shown on television across the country. She also teaches workshops nationally and in Provence. France. Hallock’s fascination with Louisiana’s waterways and wildlife are clearly evident in her artwork. Painting often from her kayak in her beloved bayous, Carol strives to capture more than just the visual, but also the mood and emotional effect of her environment. These pieces painted in the loose impressionistic style which she is known for are full of vibrant color are done in alla prima style. Her expressive strokes of color, light and mood effectively allow the viewer to see life through the artis's eyes. Geraldine, the egret is a favorite subject. “ I have heard for years that one should "paint what one knows" It took many years to understand that saying. It took me 18 years away from Louisiana to truly appreciate her gifts. When I came back, I couldn't believe the beauty that I had taken for granted. My eyes soaked in the banana trees, the water that was everywhere and the greys of the humidity. When my husband and I moved to our stilt home on Bayou Lacombe, I began to paint my surroundings. The water, marsh, birds and trees saturated me with their beauty and this is what and why I paint. I now "paint what I know". I have also learned that the viewer, upon seeing my work begins to appreciate their surroundings in a new way. This can only be a good thing as appreciation of nature's gifts motivates us to take better care of her.” Carol Hallock

Joey Roberts

@joeyroberts

Local pencil artist using pencil, paper, and hope to inspire others to find their own personal masterpiece. Most of my work is commission based, so if you are interested in having a portrait, or anything, done, please reach out.

Ben Redwine

@redwinejazz

New Orleans based clarinetist Dr. Ben Redwine feels equally comfortable playing Brahms or Ellington. He is devoted to the performance of new classical music and old jazz, as well as to teaching the next generation of performers and teachers. Ben served as an Assistant Professor at The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC from 2012-2016 and was woodwind professor at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana from 2017-2019. In 2014, he retired after 27 years in the US military band system, the majority of time serving as the e-flat clarinet soloist with the US Naval Academy Band in Annapolis, Maryland. He has been a featured soloist at seven International Clarinet Association ClarinetFests in the U.S. and Europe, and has performed extensively on four continents. In 2016, he moved to the New Orleans area to pursue performance opportunities in the birthplace of jazz. Since relocating to Louisiana, he has been a regular performer with the Louisiana Philharmonic and Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestras. In addition to leading his popular traditional-style jazz band, the Redwine Jazz Band, Ben is a Selmer Paris performing artist, a D'Addario performing artist, and a Rovner Ambassador, presenting concerts and master classes internationally. He has recorded for Mapleshade, Naxos, Vin Rouge, Big Kahuna, Antidote Sounds, and AmCam record labels, and composed and performed new music for 1920s era silent films featuring actors Charley Chase and Harry Langdon, released on DVD box sets by All Day Entertainment. All of Ben’s recordings can be found at his website, redwinejazz.com. Ben earned a bachelor of music education degree from the University of Oklahoma, a master of music degree from Louisiana State University, and a doctorate degree at The Catholic University of America, studying clarinet performance with a minor in Latin American music history. He has studied with Loris Wiles, David Etheridge, Steve Girko, Steve Cohen, Ignatius Gennusa, Ben Armato and Paul Cigan. Founder of the company RJ Music Group, Ben manufactures quality products for discriminating musicians, including Gennusa mouthpieces, the Reed Wizard, and other products and books by Ben Armato. Ben lives on the north shore of Lake Ponchartrain with his wife, Leslie, and their flock of chickens. Ben performs exclusively on Selmer Paris instruments.

Delta Drifting Dreams

@deltadriftingdreams

Born & Raised Southeastern Louisiana. Also enjoy time on the Gulf Coast & inspired by small Louisiana towns while traveling Northwest. Dreams of serving the local communities & children who need artistic outlets or guidance. Would love to make friends with other artists. Networking is nice, but real, lifelong soul connections are greatly valued. Questions & inquiries: deltadrifting@gmail.com