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New Orleans :a photographic tour

The Institute of Black Imagination

The Institute of Black Imagination
New York, United States

Full Description:
New Orleans: A Photographic Tour by Carol Highsmith offers a vivid visual exploration of one of America’s most iconic cities. Published in 2004, this collection captures the architecture, streetscapes, festivals, and daily life that define New Orleans’ unique cultural identity. The book exemplifies Aesthetics, showcasing the city’s visual richness—from wrought-iron balconies to vibrant parades—while celebrating the artistry inherent in urban life. At the same time, it embodies Sanctuary, offering a photographic space that preserves moments of community, tradition, and creative expression, highlighting the resilience and spirit of the city’s residents. Through Highsmith’s lens, New Orleans becomes both subject and storyteller, capturing the interplay of history, culture, and imagination. By documenting its visual and cultural fabric, New Orleans: A Photographic Tour preserves a vibrant record for future generations, inviting readers to engage with the city’s beauty, heritage, and enduring creative spirit.
Short Blurb:
Carol Highsmith’s New Orleans: A Photographic Tour (2004) captures the city’s streets, architecture, and festivals. Through Aesthetics and Sanctuary, it celebrates visual richness and communal life, offering readers an immersive experience of New Orleans’ vibrant culture, creativity, and enduring spirit.

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  • Title: New Orleans :a photographic tour
  • Publisher City: New York, New York
  • Publisher: Crescent Books
  • Publication Year: 1997
  • Lexicon of Values: Aesthetics, Sanctuary
  • ISBN: 0760756864;9780760756867
  • Collection: Holder
  • Author: Highsmith, Carol M; Landphair, Ted
The Institute of Black Imagination

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