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Lake Charles Aioli Dinner Raises $40,000 for Arts Education
On October 1, 2015, the Aioli Dinner Supper Club gathered at the soon-to-open Blue Dog Cafe in Lake Charles for a night to support arts in education in Louisiana. Guests enjoyed a rustic, four-course meal prepared by Chef Greg Doucet of Jolie's Louisiana Bistro. Through tickets sales and our live and silent auctions, we were able to raise over $40,000 for GRFA's arts in education programs, including Louisiana A+ Schools, our annual Scholarship Art Contest, and George's Art Closet.
Thank you to our friends in the Lake Charles community for your incredible support and for making this Aioli Dinner Supper Club event such a memorable night!
Click here to view a photo album for the Lake Charles Aioli Dinner Supper Club event.
Metairie Aioli Dinner Raises $42,000 for Art Contest Scholarships
A week after our Lake Charles event, the Aioli Dinner Supper Club dined at the home of Christine Vinson in Metairie. In addition to the generosity of our hostess, we were thrilled to have the dinner sponsored by Vinson Guard Service, Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, and the Krewe of Orpheus.
Guests shared a four-course meal prepared by Chef Mark Quitney of the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, enjoyed music performed on the Rodrigue Steinway, and raised over $42,000 to support our annual Scholarship Art Contest!
Our 2016 Art Contest, in partnership with the Krewe of Orpheus, invites Louisiana high school juniors and seniors to submit original works of art for the theme "Louisiana Celebrates Carnival." In the Spring, GRFA will award $45,000 in college scholarships to 15 talented finalists!
Click here to view a photo album for the Metairie Aioli Dinner Supper Club event.
Print Donation Program Adds New Rodrigue Print
"Cat Tie" by George Rodrigue, 2015
Estate Stamped Open Edition, 29 x 22"
The Estate of George Rodrigue is pleased to add "Cat Tie" to GRFA's Print Donation Program. Since 2009, the Print Donation Program has helped over 600 organizations raise over $1 million at their fundraising events through silent auctions, raffles, and more. The program allows organizations to purchase a George Rodrigue silkscreen print from the Rodrigue Estate for $500. If the print does not help the organization raise funds exceeding $500, they can return it for a full refund. To date, the program has been tremendously successful in helping non-profits reach their fundraising goals. These Rodrigue prints are specifically designed as a fundraising vehicle for non-profits to raffle or auction directly to their supporters. They are not for sale in any Rodrigue Gallery.
"Little Boy Blues" by Skyla Blady Available at Blues & BBQ Festival
This weekend is the 10th annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festivalin New Orleans! In addition to great live music, you'll have the opportunity to see and purchase "Little Boy Blues" by Skyla Blady, the overall winner in our 2015 Art Contest. Skyla is now a senior at Riverdale High School in Jefferson, LA, and created her original design for the theme "Louisiana's Music." In partnership with the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, the 2015 Art Contest awarded $45,000 in college scholarships to 15 talented Louisiana high school students. Poster sales will support the arts in education programs of the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts.
Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival
Oct. 16-18
Lafayette Square Park
540 St. Charles Ave.
FREE admission
Signed posters for sale at $25.00
Call for Entries -- 2016 Art Contest
This year, in partnership with the Krewe of Orpheus, we invite Louisiana high school juniors and seniors to explore the richness of Louisiana's Carnival traditions by submitting an original 2-dimensional work of art. Ten senior and five junior finalists will share $45,000 in college scholarships. The Grand Prize Winner of the 2016 Art Contest will work with the Rodrigue Foundation's staff to turn their artwork into the official 2017 poster for the Krewe of Orpheus and will also be invited to ride in their 2017 parade in New Orleans! Know a creative Louisiana student? Please encourage them to submit an entry by February 12, 2016!
We are happy to announce our Call for Entries to our 2016 Art Contest in partnership with the Krewe of Orpheus! Please encourage any Louisiana high school junior or senior that you know to submit an entry!
$45,000 in Scholarship Awards
Theme: Louisiana Celebrates Carnival
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Many countries have Carnival traditions, but Louisiana's unique festivities are renowned worldwide for their history, colorfulness, satire, and playfulness. Mardi Gras in Louisiana is a statewide celebration for all ages. It is a chance to leave the everyday world behind through street parades, costumes, and balls. This year, in partnership with the Krewe of Orpheus, we invite Louisiana high school juniors and seniors to explore the richness of Louisiana's Carnival traditions by submitting an original 2-dimensional work of art. The artistic approach can be historical, contemporary, or imaginary in its conception, with interpretations ranging from a traditional scene of a parade to an abstract exploration of the Carnival tradition. EligibilityAll juniors and seniors in Louisiana are eligible for entry in the GRFA Art Contest. No test score, grade point average or college major requirement is necessary for enter. The contest is open to all juniors and seniors attending public and private schools, home schooled students, and GED students. Deadline Online application and photo of art submissions must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 12, 2016. Visit our website to learn more about the Terms and Conditions. Poster ArtistThe winning artist will have the opportunity to collaborate with the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts team to design the official 2017 poster for the Krewe of Orpheus. The student and their family will also be invited to ride with the Krewe of Orpheus in their 2017 annual parade! Selecting FinalistsA blind, two-part judging process focuses on three categories: 1. Concept/design 2. Technical skill 3. Creativity GRFA requires that submissions be between 11 x 14 and 18 x 24 inches. Winners will be announced at the 7th Annual Art Contest Awards Luncheon presented by Cox on April 16, 2016, at the Sheraton Hotel in New Orleans. ATTENTION ART TEACHERS The school that submits the most entries will recieve a year's worth of art suppies through our George's Art Closet program. Art supply kits are valued at $1,000 and they can give students the tools needed in order to have a first-class art education! Please encourage all of your students to enter. Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Aioli Dinner Supper Club Raises $25,000 in Lafayette
The Aioli Dinner Supper Club would like to thank our Lafayette supporters for helping us meet and exceed our fundraising goal of $25,000 for Louisiana A+ Schools, our most ambitious statewide program.
Click here to view a photo album for the Lafayette Aioli Dinner Supper Club event.
It was a beautiful night on the grounds of the Heymann House at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Chef Greg Doucet of Jolie's Louisiana Bistro prepared a four-course dinner inspired by the rustic cuisine of the historic Creole Gourmet Societies of Southern Louisiana. With the expansion of the Louisiana A+ Schools program to 16 schools, the Aioli Dinner Supper Club is playing a crucial role in the number of teachers and students impacted by arts integration in the classroom. Thank you to our friends and sponsors who made this dinner a success!
Join the Aioli Dinner Supper Club this Thursday in Metairie!
Porter Lyons Supporting GRFA With Special Event
Our friends at Porter Lyons, a jewelry design company inspired by and based in New Orleans, are launching a new collection called Deco Bohemia. To celebrate, they are hosting an afternoon of unique bohemian fun at the Longue Vue House & Gardens on October 24, 2015. Ticket proceeds and a portion of jewelry sales from the event will benefit the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts.
Free Lecture at Imperial Calcasieu Museum
The George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts will be in Lake Charles, Louisiana, this week for two special events.
Join us at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum for a free lecture by Executive Director Jacques Rodrigue as he explores the career and arts-in-education legacy of George Rodrigue. The museum is currently exhibiting Rodrigue, a collection of prints and paintings by the late artist. Also on view is Louisiana's Music, an exhibition showcasing the artwork of 15 finalists from GRFA's 2015 Scholarship Art Contest.
"Continuing an Arts in Education Legacy"
Lecture by Jacques Rodrigue
Wednesday, September 30th
7:00 pm
204 W. Sallier Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Aioli Dinner at New Blue Dog Cafe
The Aioli Dinner Supper Club had an amazing time in Lafayette last week, and we're ready to bring this unique dining experience to Lake Charles on Thursday, October 1st! Chef Greg Doucet of Jolie's Louisiana Bistro will once again be providing a delicious four-course menu with wine pairings. The Aioli Dinner Supper Club celebrates George Rodrigue's iconic "Aioli Dinner" painting and raises funds for our statewide arts in education initiatives.
When: Thursday, October 1, 2015 at 6:30 pm
Where: Blue Dog Cafe
609 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA
Seats are also still available for the Aioli Dinner Supper Club’s event in Metairie on October 8th in partnership with the Krewe of Orpheus and the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel. Click here to learn more and purchase your tickets.
6 Days Until Lafayette Aioli Dinner
The Aioli Dinner Supper Club will be in Lafayette on Thursday to share a delicious four-course menu prepared by Chef Greg Doucet of Jolie's Louisiana Bistro. This unique dining experience will celebrate George Rodrigue's iconic "Aioli Dinner" painting and raise funds for our statewide arts in education initiative, Louisiana A+ Schools.
When: Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 6:30 pm
Where: ULL Alumni Center (Heymann House)
600 East St. Mary Boulevard, Lafayette, LA
Click here to read more about the event in The Daily Advertiser.
Free Lecture in Lafayette
For ten years, artist George Rodrigue honored the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with portraits of its distinguished guest speakers in the Flora Levy Lecture Series. This fall the university honors Rodrigue with the special lecture, "George Rodrigue: Painting to the Frame," presented by William Andrews, Executive Director of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art.
September 23, 2015
7:00 PM
UL Lafayette, Angelle Hall
FREE!
Celebrating #ArtsEdWeek
National Arts in Education Week is coming to a close, but we've had lots of fun celebrating the creative work of our 16 Louisiana A+ Schools on Twitter. Follow us at @RodrigueFdn and @APlusLA to see wonderful examples of how the arts enrich the classroom.
Pictured, hallway artwork at Rollins Place Elementary in Zachary, LA
Upcoming Lecture: "George Rodrigue: Painting to the Frame"
For ten years, artist George Rodrigue honored the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with portraits of its distinguished guest speakers in the Flora Levy Lecture Series. This fall the university honors Rodrigue with the special lecture, "George Rodrigue: Painting to the Frame," presented by William Andrews, Executive Director of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art.
September 23, 2015
7:00 PM
UL Lafayette, Angelle Hall
FREE!
Fall Special Events
Near South Louisiana? Don't miss the Aioli Dinner Supper Club's three upcoming events! All proceeds benefit the statewide arts-in-education programs of the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts, including Louisiana A+ Schools and our annual Scholarship Art Contest. September 24, 2015LafayetteUnder the oaks at University of Louisiana at Lafayette October 1, 2015Lake CharlesAt the brand new Blue Dog Cafe October 8, 2015MetairieIn partnership with the Krewe of Orpheus, Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, and Vinson Guard Service
Click here to see photos from previous Aioli Dinner Supper Club events.
New Video: Rodrigue's Arts in Education Legacy
We are pleased to share a new video presentation by Executive Director Jacques Rodrigue that celebrates the life and legacy of his father George Rodrigue. Watch now to learn about the artist and how the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts is continuing his legacy to promote the arts in education. This lecture was filmed in July 2015 at the "Rodrigue: Houston" exhibition.
"George Rodrigue Inspires an Arts in Education Legacy"
Student Exhibition Coming to Lake Charles
"Louisiana's Music," our 2015 Scholarship Art Contest exhibition, is on the move! At the R.W. Norton Art Gallery in Shreveport, the final day to view the show will be Sunday, September 6th. On Friday, September 11th, the exhibition will open at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum in Lake Charles. We invite you to see firsthand this creative collection of work by some of Louisiana's most talented students.
Click here to learn more about the 15 finalists and their artwork.
Two Louisiana A+ Schools Win Art Education Grants
Congratulations to two of our Louisiana A+ Schools! Rollins Place Elementary in Zachary and St. Helena Arts & Technology Academy in Greensburg have been awarded Community Partnership Grants from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation. The schools will use the grants to implement in-school or after-school education programs that support music and arts instruction.
The Aioli Dinner Supper Club is pleased to announce two new dinner dates for Fall 2015! Join us at one of our upcoming dinners to enjoy a delicious four-course menu to support Louisiana A+ Schools, an arts in education program of the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts.
The Heymann House, ULL Alumni Center
Lafayette, LA
Blue Dog Cafe
Lake Charles, LA
Come experience a unique culinary tradition made famous by George Rodrigue's Aioli Dinner painting, which depicts the Creole Gourmet Societies of Louisiana from 1870-1920. At each dinner, guests will participate in a special recreation of the painting.
Click here to learn about the history of Rodrigue's Aioli Dinner painting, as well as the many interpretations it inspired throughout his career.
A+ Schools Host 20th Anniversary Conference in North Carolina
Earlier this week, our Louisiana A+ Schools team headed to North Carolina to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the founding of A+ Schools. North Carolina began its A+ program in 1995, and since then, the national network of A+ Schools has grown to include four states and over 150 schools. The three-day conference celebrated the importance of arts in education and featured keynote speakers and sessions by industry leaders. To learn more about the National A+ Schools Consortium, visit nationalaplusschools.org.
(Top left) The LAA+ Schools team attended the anniversary conference in North Carolina. Pictured: Deputy Director Kim Graham, Professional Development Manager Kathleen O'Shaughnessy, GRFA Executive Director Jacques Rodrigue, Director Bethany France. (Bottom left) John Brown of the Windgate Foundation, Vincent Marron ("The Godfather" of A+ Schools), and Jacques Rodrigue. (Right) LAA+ Director Bethany France addresses attendees.
Week Two of the 2015 LAA+ Summer Institutes
Last week, GRFA hosted our second week of the Louisiana A+ Schools Summer Institute at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Entire faculties from seven LAA+ schools attended a week of engaging professional development in arts integration in the classroom. Click here to read The Advertiser's coverage of our Summer Institute.
Click here to view photos from Week 1 of our 2015 Summer Institutes.
Louisiana A+ Schools Summer Institute
is presented by
Get ready to don your favorite white outfit, because this Saturday is the annual Whitney White Linen Night in New Orleans! From 6:00 - 9:00 PM, thousands of art enthusiasts will descend upon the Warehouse Arts District to enjoy galleries, refreshments, and live entertainment. Centered on the 300 to 600 blocks of Julia Street, this free event has helped New Orleans acquire its "SoHo of the South" reputation.
This year, we are happy to be participating again! The George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts will be open at 747 Magazine Street, just a block off of Julia Street. Come by to see amazing student art, as well as original works of art by George Rodrigue.
From 6:00 - 7:00 PM, Executive Director Jacques Rodrigue will be signing copies of Rodrigue: The Sanders Collection, a recent publication he co-authored with Houston businessman and philanthropist Don Sanders.
We will also have copies of The Pot & The Palette Cookbook for sale. This publication, produced in partnership with the Louisiana Restaurant Association, is illustrated by Louisiana students and features 100 recipes from the state's greatest chefs.
For White Linen Night, we are offering the Cookbook at the special price of $20.00!
Grab your white linen ensemble and be sure to visit us at 747 Magazine Street. We look forward to seeing you at Whitney White Linen Night!
Our Louisiana A+ Schools program has nearly doubled in 2015 to include a network of 17 schools across the state. To accommodate our growing number of LAA+ educators, we divided our annual Summer Institute into two one-week sessions, with our first group attending last week at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. So what happens at the Summer Institute? The entire faculty from each school participates in an engaging week of professional development, where they acquire the skills and confidence to incorporate the arts into every subject in every classroom. The teachers attended sessions led by LAA+ Fellows, who are experts in arts integration, and explored the practical application of visual art, dance, music, and theatre in their curricula.
LAA+ Fellows from week one of the Summer Institute
On Monday, our second 2015 LAA+ Summer Institute kicks off in Lafayette.
Follow all of the action on Twitter at #aplusla!
Louisiana A+ Schools Summer Institute
is presented by
The George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts will be in Houston this Saturday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm for our final Community Art Day! We invite you to join us at the Rodrigue: Houston exhibition for a day of creative activities for the whole family. Make your own Blue Dog mask, color your own Blue Dog, have your face painted, and enjoy original works of art by artist George Rodrigue. This event is free and open to the public!
Houston Community Art Day
July 18th
West Ave. at River Oaks
2800 Kirby Drive
2nd floor
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
**The exhibition will be on view through July 19th.
Click here to view a photo album from our last Community Art Day in Houston.
Saturday's events will also feature a special book signing from 1:00-3:00 pm for the recently published Rodrigue: The Sanders Collection. Co-authors Jacques Rodrigue and Houston businessman, philanthropist, and Rodrigue collector Don Sanderswill be signing copies of the book, which features over 70 never-published Rodrigue works from Sanders' private collection.
Can't make it to the book signing in Houston? Purchase your copy of Rodrigue: The Sanders Collection here.
Since opening on April 25th, "Rodrigue: Houston" has introduced the art of George Rodrigue to thousands of community members. Throughout the run of this retrospective exhibition, the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts has been proud to provide engaging education outreach to families and students in the area.
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Over 5,000 people have visited "Rodrigue: Houston" to see George Rodrigue's original works of art, including his dark Louisiana landscapes, Cajun genre scenes, and iconic Blue Dog paintings.
25Through our George's Art Closet program, we awarded 25 custom art supply kits to Houston schools. Each kit contained $1,000 of art supplies, which will be used by teachers to enhance lesson plans and engage students through the arts.
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By the end of the exhibition, GRFA will have hosted 4 Community Art Days. These FREE Saturday events are a great way for Houston families to experience the art of George Rodrigue and participate in fun Blue Dog art activities.
Our final Community Art Day is Saturday,
July 18, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
1"Rodrigue: Houston" will only be up for one more week! We invite you and your family to experience this special retrospective that spans George Rodrigue's 40-year career. Thank you to our supporters in the Houston community for helping us share Rodrigue's legacy with so many friends, students, and families!
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