Spy Boy #2

The Mardi Gras Indians are named after native Indians to honor them for their help in escaping the tyranny of slavery. It was often local Indians who accepted slaves into their society when they made a break for freedom.  This particular painting is a composite created from much  research.  The Spy Boy is the first out front of his tribe and is the look out for other approaching rival tribes. 

“The Gospel According to New Orleans” my collection of iconic New Orleans musicians commemorates their role in the evolution of the eccentric culture and music traditions of New Orleans. All depicted in this series are musical and cultural icons who make or live on through their significant contributions to the uniqueness of what composes the spirit of New Orleans. They exemplify the joie de vivre that runs through all aspects of life here in all of its diversity.

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