Why I Love New Orleans: the Inspiration

Every day I get inspired from New Orleans.  Nearly any street in any neighborhood has something aesthetically pleasing to offer and this is what motivates me to be creative and be myself.  If I need motivation for my art, I absolutely love walking down Royal Street and looking in windows, whether it's galleries, boutiques or costume shops.  Everything is inspiring including the street performers at all hours.  New Orleans is coated in street art on hidden walls and levees. The best present is finding a creation in the least expected place.   All of my senses are awakened at the same time in this city; everything around me seeps into my blood.  When I get home, I spill that colorful blood onto my canvas and I outpour the world around me, however twistedly beautiful it may be. 

Adrienne Getka Chauffe moved to New Orleans in 2004 and graduated from UNO with a degree in film.  However, since studying acting she has pursued her interest in visual art and sells her paintings and unique decorated bottles around town as well as through her website and instagram.