Just a few minutes on our site makes clear that our heart is in Louisiana. As a lifelong resident, the feeling of bayou life and the wetlands comes through in every piece. Cajun art is a reflection of this unique way of living. Many aspects of its character are in danger of disappearing.
Ferrell's firsthand art celebrates these integral Cajun aspects in beauty and with respect. From shrimp boat art prints to explorations of morning light on the bayou, you feel you are right there because this artist really was.
People who live in other parts of the country don't have a real sense of what Cajun is. They think of Mardi Gras, Voodoo, and that unique Cajun accent.
But if you live in Louisiana it is probably the more everyday characteristics that warm your heart. These are characteristics that only a native can really capture. Herman Ferrell, as a lifelong resident, knows these nuances intimately. He is well-known as a shrimp boat artist but is just as skilled in expression through Cajun art.
Ferrell has the beauty of the back country perfectly reflected in his works. You feel like you can almost walk into the little bayou shack in another piece. And you can almost smell the water in many of his pieces. For art that sets a tone and reflects a culture, we invite you to browse our heartfelt selections.
Have you ever heard the saying 'jack of all trades, master of none'? This can apply in the art world as well as it applies in other aspects of life. Many artists try to express themselves in a several mediums and through a wide range of subjects. What you sometimes find is good pieces that never reach great or truly reflect the character and talents of their creators.
Herman Ferrell has spent his life concentrating on one area, Louisiana, and developing his own inimitable style. He has become well known as a shrimp boat artist, a disappearing breed. Most of the formidable vessels of the past have been destroyed by mighty storms in recent years. Ferrell's shrimp boat art prints, made from first hand observation, are fast becoming rare collector's items. Such work in the future will have to be completed from memory.
Take a minute to step back in time to Louisiana before Hurricane Katrina. Browse our selections and resist the urge to plan a trip to the Bayou today!
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