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Pen and ink artist Joseph Arrigo, a native New Orleanian, has sketched the city’s most charming landmarks. Each of his illustrations is accompanied by a description explaining its significance. Paperback.
When artist Phil Sandusky viewed his native Jacksonville, Florida, from a distance, what he saw inspired him. The sandy white beaches and botanical gardens that had become commonplace to him during his childhood held new meaning to him once he moved away. The beauty of landmarks such as Main Street Bridge, the Boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, Memorial Park, and the city’s skyline stood out in contrast to the sights in his adopted home of New Orleans.
More than 130 plein air paintings created between late 2006 and early 2012 portray the many angles of New Orleans, from intimate scenes to magnificent vistas. Differing from his previous books in that it also explores the areas surrounding the city, New Orleans Impressionist Cityscapes examines the majesty of Abita Springs, Fontainebleau Park, the humble fishing communities of St. Bernard Parish, the bustling Central Business District, and more.