Where to Find New Orleans Art to Bring Home

New Orleans artists we love—and how to support them in the spaces you live, love, and gather.

New Orleans has a thousand ways to celebrate its artists. From sidewalk galleries in the Quarter to surprise studio pop-ups, mural-lined levees to art-forward cafes, this city is always creating—and always inviting you to notice. This summer alone, we saw that love on full display through White Linen Night, Dirty Linen Night, and Sucker for the Cause.

Now, we’re heading into gala season, when there are just as many chances to support artists from your couch with a cocktail in hand (hello, auction apps) as there are to wear sequins in a gallery courtyard. No matter the season, there’s always a good time for New Orleans art.

So if you’re wondering where to get what—from paintings to prints to murals and memories—you’re in the right place. Let’s unpack it.

🏡 We use local art when we stage homes.

You might see work from Josh Wingerter in our listings—his edgy pop art made in his Westwego studio (yes, it’s worth the trip) always sparks attention. We first discovered him at Who Dat Café during COVID, when he sold original pieces on the spot to raise funds for hospitality workers. We’ve since interviewed him (link here) and continue to follow his work.

🎨 We gift art at closings.

Instead of champagne or candles, we celebrate our clients with something more lasting: a piece of art that ties to their journey. We’ve given paintings of homes (old and new) by Pretty Rude Art and Tracy Popkins. These pieces become instant heirlooms.

📍 We find art in surprising places.

Yes, even places people dismiss as touristy—like Jackson Square—are home to working artists. That’s where we met Tracy Popkins. Cafés also often showcase local talent. If you see a piece that catches your eye, ask about the artist.

💸 Art is for all budgets.

We’re big fans of supporting artists at every stage. Studios like Wingerter's and Terrance Osborne’s not only create great works, but they also mentor emerging talent. That’s how we met Delvonte, a young animator whose superhero drawing of our team still makes us smile. (You may also know him from a Juan LaFonta commercial—yes, that one—with Big Freedia.)

🎨 Art is for all ages.

We love introducing kids to art early, and illustrators like Shannon Kelley Atwater make it easy with local favorites like Five Little Termites, Goodnight Pothole, Rainbow Rodney, and Fais Do Do. Another moment to celebrate? Watching our team member Desiree try her hand at painting at Floor 13’s Best in Show event—alongside Scrim illustrator Madicat. That event is a great example of how furniture stores and local businesses support local art, too.

🖼 Art is available in all budgets.

[Not a typo]. Keep in mind many artists offer prints if the original is out of budget. I just snagged a great Lyla Clayre print, while pining for the $9,000 original.

👋 Art is produced by people you know.

From Gretchen Howard’s small-scale work (we’re saving up for a larger piece!) to Jess Rocco’s snow-dusted photographs of New Orleans—currently hanging in a downtown gallery—you can find pieces that feel like home by people near your home. Jess is both an agent on our team and a globally recognized photographer, and proof that the people making art here often have deep roots in many parts of our community. Gretchen lived two blocks from us.

🎨 Murals? Yes, please.

Don’t overlook the power of large-scale art, either on your walls or as your wall. Muralists like Saxon Lynn Arts and Hill Landry are bringing fresh color and perspective to buildings across the city. Want inspiration? Check out the art wall along the levee on Tchoupitoulas—or stay tuned for one coming soon to the Marigny. Scan for @ signs and you'll find a good way to find someone new to hang or at least follow.

The Answer?

This isn’t meant to be a directory or a who’s who. We didn’t even get to mention folks like Bmike, Frank Relle, or three dozen others we also admire—but we could go on forever. Instead, think of this as a love letter. To the artists who make this city personal. And to the people—maybe you—who are staring at a blank wall and wondering what belongs there.

The answer? Something with a story. Follow your fellow artists. Subscribe to French Quarter Journal to stay in the know. DM someone whose work you love—many are juggling social and studio time, and a little support goes a long way. Look high and low. Ask questions. And take your time.

Art is not about getting it filled fast. It’s about getting it filled right.

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