Ocean Song

In 1990, along the Woldenberg Riverfront Park, John T Scott installed a kinetic sculpture called "Ocean Song." John Scott, one of the most prominent African American sculptors in New Orleans died in 2007. Scott said of the 16 foot long mirrored sculpture: "The rings at the top of the sculpture represent the circle dances that were performed at Congo Square by slaves, the wires that bisect the rings are a reminder of the traditional African diddley bow musical instrument and the wind-activated aluminum rods produce visual patterns reminiscent of jazz." ‪#‎statueoftheweek‬ ‪#‎nola‬

City Council Hearings

Tomorrow there are 2 very important meetings that will be taking place at City Hall. Hope to see y'all there. ‪#‎saveourstatues‬ ‪#‎statuesqueneworleans‬

Avery Alexander

This week's ‪#‎statueoftheweek‬ is Reverend Avery Alexander. The Monumental Task Committee, Inc. recently restored and reinstalled the statue on the grounds of the new University Medical Center. Originally located in Duncan Plaza, Alexander was installed in 2002 and was sculpted by Sheleen Jones.

Lost Goddess

Enrique Alferez, one of the best known sculptors during the WPA period in New Orleans has many pieces throughout New Orleans City Park. "South Wind" or "Lost Goddess" was installed circa 1936-1937. ‪#‎statueoftheweek‬

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

In the neutral ground of Claiborne Avenue is a memorial to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A life-size bronze bust sits atop a granite pedestal. Installed in 1981, Nancy Johnson was the sculptor. Do you know where the other MLK sculpture is in New Orleans?

Andrew Jackson & Battle of New Orleans

"On January 8, 2015, Andrew Jackson's statue will be tipping his hat to those gathering to celebrate his victory. High atop his horse, in the middle of Jackson Square, he will be feted by the US Marine Corp Band and fireworks, all to commemorate his victory over the British." ‪

For more information about the Battle of New Orleans festivities: http://www.wwl.com/Massive-re-enactment-set-for-Ba…/20636583

John McDonough

On December 29, 1898 John McDonough's statue was installed in Lafayette Square. Upon his death, he donated half his fortune to New Orleans public schools.

Martha

Martha, A Market Customer sits on a bench behind the French Market (New Orleans). She was sculpted by Paul Perret and installed in 1983. She is one of 126 statues featured in Statuesque New Orleans! $40 online or $45 in stores locally.

The Ladies

Walk by Lafayette Square on the way to work? Look up! Atop the roof of the John Minor Wisdom U.S. Court of Appeals Building are four sets of bronze sculptures known as 'The Ladies' - Agriculture, History, Industry and Arts. The sculptor, Daniel Chester French designed another famous US memorial, do you know which one?
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Ignatius

Which local radio celebrity was the model for this statue? Sculpted by William Ludwig, Ignatius J Reilly was installed on Canal Street on October 17, 1996. ‪

Answer: Spud McConnell

Joanie on the Pony

 

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the gilded statue on Decatur?! Now’s your chance! This Saturday I’m going to be talking about Joanie on the Pony at Salon de Jeanne D’Arc (http://stjoankrewe.blogspot.com/)! And I’ll have copies of Statuesque New Orleans available for purchase and will personalize.

Where: Loyola University New Orleans Danna Student Center, Audubon Room, 2nd floor.
When: September 20th, 11:45 am – 12:15 pm

Joanie on the Pony at the Salon de Jeanne D'Arc

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the gilded statue on Decatur?! I'll be speaking about Joanie on the Pony September 20th at Loyola!

This Saturday I'm going to be talking about Joanie on the Pony at Salon De Jeanne D'arc (https://www.facebook.com/events/247758188767381/)!
Where: Loyola University New Orleans Danna Student Center, Audubon Room, 2nd floor.
When: September 20th, 11:45 am - 12:15 pm

http://joanofarcparade.org/salon-de-jeanne-darc/

New Orleans Police Memorial

The New Orleans Police Memorial was dedicated on March 25, 1975. In honor of Deputy Superintendent Louis J Sirgo, the memorial lists the names of all police members killed in the line of duty since 1890.

Do you know a police member who is honored? Please feel free to comment below and share their story.

Statuesque Interviews

One of the most exciting things to happen when Statuesque New Orleans was published was being asked to speak about the book. In two of those instances, I was interviewed by the Arts Council of New Orleans. http://www.artscouncilofneworleans.org/

Below is a link to the videos. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN8-kveZh8c

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkT2MdQntwE

Women of the Armed Forces

Women of the Armed Forces. Dedicated in May 1962 on Elks Place and designed by Camilla Mays Frank, this is the first military monument in the country dedicated solely to military women. Did you know there are at least 35 war related statues and monuments in Statuesque New Orleans?!