Art in Jackson Square, New Orleans
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Photo Essay: The Art of New Orleans

When I went to New Orleans, Louisiana for the first time in early November, I was amazed at how much art I encountered. I should have expected it from a city that vibrant and historic and with incredible jazz.

Artists set up tables around the entire perimeter of Jackson Square selling their hand-crafted goods, much of it New Orleans-themed. Some of the artists painted and created new pieces as people walked by and watched.

While strolling throughout the city, I passed by all kinds of statues, including live human ones that stood still (except for one silver robot man who moved and made machine-like noises every few minutes). I also found some interesting street art. Here are several photos I took of some of my favorite art I found in New Orleans.

Art in Jackson Square, New Orleans
Art markets in Jackson Square

Statue in New Orleans, Louisiana

Modern statue in New Orleans, Louisiana

Live statue street artist in New Orleans, LA

Mosaic statue in New Orleans, Louisiana

Mosaic statue in New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleans voodoo doll painting

Statue in Lafayette No. 1 Cemetary in New Orleans
Statue next to a crypt in Lafayette No. 1 Cemetary
Coffin art in New Orleans
I found several coffins that had been turned into art

Art on a tree in the Garden District of New Orleans

Joan of Arc statue in New Orleans, Louisiana
Joan of Arc statue by the French Market, given to the city by France

Old New Orleans ad painting

Have you spotted any interesting art in New Orleans?

Johnny
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