Our beloved Acadiana poet Darrell Bourque once referred to early America’s free-form poets as “marvelous rebels” for breaking the rules of traditional form and allowing their works to be shaped by the spirit inherent in each one. In a modern world like ours, where the contours of our lives are so…
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For more than four decades, muralist Robert Dafford has been transforming blank walls into stories that line city blocks. His work spans continents, but much of his heart and brushstrokes remain rooted in Lafayette and the culture of Acadiana. “I’ve always been drawn to big scale,” he says. “When…
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In the heart of Lafayette’s Freetown neighborhood, inside a studio layered with decades of creativity, Francis Pavy has been quietly shaping the visual soul of South Louisiana. Since the 1980s, Pavy has been creating bold, narrative-driven works inspired by the music, folklore, and lived experiences…
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When most people think of Lafayette, Louisiana, they picture lively festivals, flavorful Cajun and Creole cuisine, and toe-tapping rhythms—but the performing arts scene here is just as rich and vibrant. From professional symphonies and classical ballet to grassroots theater groups and contemporary…
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Your adventure in Lafayette is drawing to a close, but the warmth of the hospitality, the rhythm of zydeco, and the taste of boudin will linger with you long after you depart. But what about a reminder to bring a piece of Cajun Country back home? Look no further than these fun, local souvenir shops…
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Thank goodness for public art. It revitalizes, beautifies and shares the unique stories and heritage of communities. And they withstand the test of time or at least a few decades. The Hub City has done its part to contribute to a movement to restore, enrich and honor its corner of the American South…
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A. Hays Town Leaves His Mark on Lafayette Regarded as the South’s premier architect, Acadiana native A. Hays Town is known for his distinctive style and timeless designs. His architecture has become as integral to the local culture as Cajun food and Zydeco music. Image courtesy of Country Roads…
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Herb Roe is a generous person both on the canvas and in real life. He happily dedicated over an hour to visit with me during his studio time, and piled my arms with printed products of his work throughout the country. His work is saturated with color, and his process involves multiple layers of…
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Lafayette native Susan David is one of those artists whose work you’ve seen more often than you realize. A dedicated artist and prolific collaborator, Susan characterizes herself as “‘Edie Pie-hands’ with all my little fingers in the little pies. I prefer to be busy and am a self-made workaholic. I…
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I met Chris Pavlik at our July Designing Women of Acadiana meeting at The Hallway. Chris and studio…
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