Katrina Triptych
March 13, 2008
Shown below: the “Katrina Tryptych” found in Mi Casa on South College Street in Austin, TX.
All panels are painted over silkscreens of the headlines from the tragedy.
Left panel: the weather pattern.
Center panel: Creole woman holding lilies, against the backdrop of a ruined New Orleans.
Right panel: New Orleans jazz funeral, with water flowing out of the frame and uniting all the panels.
The painted triptych was created by Channe Felton; posters are available though I can’t find ordering info online. If you find yourself on South College Street, swing in and take a look at this interesting shop.
Wow… this is really food for thought! I think the triptych format was an inspired one to use for the subject matter and presentation. Must have been nice to be able to spend some time with this piece and really look closely at the details. Very moving; thanks for sharing it.
Comment by Momma G. — March 14, 2008 @ 12:32 am
Thank you so much Mr. Gallager for the appreciation that you have shown for my painting of “The Katrina Triptych”. Your photogragh is wonderful!
I have recently issued a numbered series of signed poster reproductions that are currently available in New Orleans, and hope to have them available on the internet soon. I would love to send you one as a gift!!
It is so inspiring to know that people from Coast to Coast in th U.S., and indeed all around the world, were so touched by this American Tragedy.
Please be in touch, as I would love to send you this gift.
Sincerely,
Channe Felton
Thank you again!
Comment by Channe Felton — May 22, 2008 @ 3:44 am