You might be surprised to learn that during my many visits to New Orleans, I’ve spent very little time in the pursuit of street art. That’s partly because there isn’t any street art in the French Quarter, nor should there be, and what little there is in other neighborhoods had, until very recently, eluded me.
#onetimeinneworleans Artist:Bmike
The street art/mural movement has started to catch on and I was thrilled to discover, stumble upon, some pretty nice pieces while walking town. I know there is more, and that I’ve missed a number of wonderful pieces, but time was limited and I look forward to seeking them out the next time I’m in town. In the meantime, here’s what I did find…
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Faubourg Marigny
Location: Brieux Carré Brewingn Company 2105 Decatur Street
Artist: Unknown
Artist: Unknown
Location: 2121 Chartres Street
Artist: Unknown
Artist: Unknown
Location: 2121 Chartres Street
Artist: Unknown
Artist: Unknown
Location: 1101 Elysian Fields Avenue (in the back)
Artist: Unknown
Artist: Unknown
Location: The Art Garage Marigny Street
Artist: MegZany
Artist: MegZany
Location: The Art Garage 2231 Saint Claude Avenue
Artist: Ramiro Diaz
Artist: Ramiro Diaz
Location: The Art Garage 2231 Saint Claude Avenue
Artist: Kate Hanrahan
Artist: Kate Harahan
Location: The Art Garage 2231 Saint Claude Avenue
Artist: Saul
Artist: Saul
Location: Saint Claude Avenue (Across the street from the Art Garage)
Artist: Henry Lipkis
Artist: Henry Lipkis
Location: Elysian Fields Avenue/Saint Claude Avenue Metro Station
Artist: Craig Cundiff
Artist: @craigcundiff
Location: 1101 Elysian Fields Avenue
Artist: Unknown
Faubourg Marigny New Orleans
Location: 2200 Saint Claude Avenue
Artist(s): Multiple
Faubourg Marigny New Orleans
Bywater
Location: Studio BE 2910 Royal Street
Artist: BMike
The Bywater is home to Studio BE, a 35,000 square foot exhibition space, which features large scale works by New Orleans artist and filmmaker BMike. Be sure to walk around the entire building.
Bywater New Orleans
Artist: BMike
Location: 732 Louisa Street
Artist: S & E Hirsh
Artist: S & E Hirsch
Location: 732 Louisa Street
Artist: Unknown
Location: 3221 Dauphine Street
Artist: @socialfatigue
Location: 601 Franklin Avenue
Artist: Unknown
Bywater New Orleans
Magazine Street
Location: 2855 Magazine Street
Artist: Unknown (Azwashere?)
Magazine Street
Have you found any street art in NOLA? If so, I’d love to hear about it.
You might also be interested in: Off the Beaten Path in New Orleans.
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California Globetrotter
I think these days there are few towns without street art…except Regensburg, we still have none and will never have any. I like how the NOLA murals really depict a lot of cultural, local scenes familiar with the area! #FarawayFiles
Hilary
I agree, most places do have it, but you’d be surprised by how little there really is in NOLA. I expected there to be more, since it’s such a creative art centric town, but It just wasn’t a thing there, until recently that is. 😊
California Globetrotter
Give it a few years! I’m sure there will be more!
Nicola Burke
Such amazing street art. Hunting down street art is fast becoming a new addition to a city itinerary! #farawayfiles
Hilary
Happily for me there is a lot to be found, though at times it can be tough to locate.
Leona
I love amazing street art! I particularly like the Tubman one
Hilary
Yes, I was excited to find that one… wishing there weren’t so many cars though.
Sol Solntze
I like the Williams quote, although I am sure it is even funnier if you have the slightest idea what Cleveland is like!
Hilary
Yes, I hadn’t thought it it that way, but it does lose something if you aren’t familiar with Cleveland, which might have a reputation for being a little bit boring. 😘
Rhonda Albom
Another reason to venture outside the French Quarter. I like the colours and the ones that remind me of Dias de Muerte themes.
Hilary
Yes! NOLA has a lot of voodoo themes.
Katherine
How do you always find the best street art wherever you go? I was just talking to a friend at work about maybe going to New Orleans for the honeymoon, and he gave me lots of tips about the French Quarter, and now I have street art outside of that too! #FarawayFiles
Hilary
Ha! I guess I am determined! I hope you make it to NOLA I have a feeling you’ll love it!
Phoebe | Lou Messugo
There’s a lot of interesting art here. I think my favourite is the kid with the yellow crayon on the blue building. So clever how the yellow drawing continues on to the street. #farawayfiles
Hilary
He’s one of my favorites too!
Janis
As usual you found some amazing street art, thanks for sharing. There are so many talented people about. #farawayfiles
Hilary
There certainly are aren’t there!
the Curious Pixie
Love this post Hilary! I’m a huge fan of street art and New Orleans is in my top 5 cities to visit #FarawayFiles
Hilary
Thank you! I hope you make it there, it’s really special!
fifi + hop
Awesome you finally got to discover some cool Nola street art. I think my favorite is “What brings you Joy?”, because your boys are in it. What’s more joyous than your kids? #farawayfiles
Hilary
Yes, it was a pleasant surprise! I love that one too!
mymeenalife
It seems that street art is taking off in many places, and I love how it’s evolving into beautiful, thoughtful murals (for the most part). I’d definitely check out a few from this list if I got to visit NOLA. #FarawayFiles
Hilary
It sure is! It’s so nice to see cities embracing this art form. Beautifying instead of blank.
Caity Pfohl | The Pamplemousse Papers
I always love your street art posts! I’ve never visited New Orleans but I’d love to go. I think the “courage has no gender” is my favorite! #farawayfiles
Hilary
Thank you! Yes, that one is great, and I actually know that artist. She’s pretty cool!
Ladies What Travel (@LadiesWTravel)
I do have a thing for street art – something raw about it and unique. Looks like New Orleans is another top place to visit! #FarawayFiles
Cultural Wednesday
Wow that whole building is amazing! #FarawayFiles
Hilary
Isn’t it just!
Tracy
I took a picture of the woman and Skeleton on Decatur Street yesterday. I tried finding the artist to tag them, which is how I found your post. The name is in the wrought iron, Lefevre EJ. I assume EJ Lefevre. There is a Lefevre art supply shop in the city. I love a mystery, your piece was well done!
Hilary
How fun! Thank you!