George Rodrigue: The Cajun Landscape

LSU Museum of Art presents an exhibition featuring early landscape and Cajun paintings by Louisiana artist George Rodrigue. Rodrigue was born and raised in New Iberia, Louisiana, the heart of Cajun country. The oak tree was a primary feature inspiring many of his landscape paintings in the early 1970s, a theme which evolved to include Cajun people and traditions. For more than four decades, Rodrigue sought to depict his Cajun heritage through his work; come see the artistic journey that led to the blue dog. lsumoa.org.

Don't Miss: November 4: Lecture with Darius Spieth. LSU art history professor Darius Spieth gives a lecture titled “From Poussin to Rodrigue: Landscapes as Metaphors of Cultural Identity” in conjunction with Free First Sunday. 3 pm.

November 8: Material Exploration: Acrylic Landscape Painting. Pulling inspiration from George Rodrigue’s landscapes, participants will learn about color theory and ways to create interesting compositions, then making their own paintings to take home. Led by Tajreen Akter. Ages 18+, all skill levels welcome. Enrollment limited to 20. $25 for students, $35 for members, and $45 for general public. 6 pm-9 pm. Advance registration required at lsumoa.org/adult-classes.

November 15: Third Thursday. A celebration of Cajun culture. $10 for general public, $5 for LSU MOA members and students/faculty with ID, free for Contemporaries.