Bead Tree - Print

from $15.00

You know it’s Mardi Gras Season when Bead Trees are in Full Bloom! Louisiana may not have much when it comes to fall foliage, but in carnival season the trees along the parade routes sparkle and shine in all things purple, green & gold. Thousands of beads are tossed into the air by passing krewes and carnival goers. The beads catch on limbs and drape on branches resulting in an iconic festive sight creating a living, breathing canvas that encapsulates the diversity, culture and passion of our communities.

The Tree of Life, a name lovingly given by locals, officially the Étienne de Boray Oak, is located in Audubon Park near the Zoo’s giraffe enclosure. It’s one of the most majestic and oldest in the park, estimated between 200-500 years. Its sprawling branches rise to the sky with many draping down caressing the ground beneath it alongside its roots which appear to bubble from the earth.

Louisiana is draped in tradition so it seems fitting that our Tree of Life & Mardi Gras geaux hand in hand.

PAPER PRINT SIZES:

  • 5x7 matted to fit a 8x10 frame $15

  • 8x10 matted to fit a 11x14 frame $25

  • 11x14 matted to fit a 16x20 frame $40

  • 13x19 matted to fit a 18x24 frame $60

ABOUT THE PRINTS: All of my prints are produced from my original artwork and are printed on heavyweight premium paper using hi-definition archival quality inks. The quality of these prints show the rich color, depth and texture of the paintings. All images are matted with archival quality white mats, backed with backer board, and protected inside a cello sleeve.

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I paint in an impasto style using oil paint with palette/painting knives. Painting with palette knives allow a freedom I never enjoyed with brushes. I'm drawn to New Orleans cityscapes and Louisiana landscapes. I'm inspired by the vibrant vivid colors and heavy textures achieved with this three dimensional painting style. I enjoy capturing a view that I would enjoy spending a couple of hours in front of, taking in all the flavor of my surrounding.