Sharon L, cubbies, Darci and I went to see this exhbit several weeks ago, and we were all impressed by the breadth of the collection on display. Once I saw the quality of the pieces I had to admit my snobbishness in expecting second rate art - some of the pieces are quite extraordinary. I haven't visited the art museum in New Orleans, but now I think I must!

The link below is an article from today's paper focusing on three portraits in the show. Spared from the Storm: Masterworks from the New Orleans Art Museum