Shyly dancing against the backdrop of a starlit sky, our dancer embraces the solitude of the night. With closed eyes, she sways along with an unheard rhythm. The stars, her only witnesses, continue along their course as she wordlessly continues her mysterious dance. She is emboldened by her secretive movement. There is power in the night, and the night is hers.

Living Oak Dancer Series.

New Orleans is home to numerous Live Oaks. Their heavy twisted limbs are part of the unique visual landscape of the city’s streets, parks, and neighborhoods. These ancient oaks are beautifully shaped by time. Their gnarled limbs gracefully drape to the ground while others artfully flare out towards the sky. Like dancers, they bring strength, a poised elegance, and a charm to the world.

The Living Oak Dancer series attempts to capture the spirit of the city’s Oaks. Each piece is inspired by a Live Oak in New Orleans.