AMERICANA AT THE FRONT, NEW ORLEANS

July 11- August 1, 2009

Opening reception Saturday, July 11th, 6-10pm

Featuring works by:

Matt Barton
Brad Benischek
Doug Dertinger
Corey Drieth
Colin Frazer
Nicole Jean Hill
Cristin Millett
Lydia Moyer
Greg Murr
Arthur Brett Reif
Mark Bradley-Shoup

Claire Rau, Curator


Featuring the work of American artists, this group exhibition at
The Front responds to issues concerning the influence of the
United States of America. Typically referring to cultural artifacts
or the westward expansion of the pioneers, Americana seeks
to extend the horizon of American popular culture through an
exploration of side-show and backwoods phenomena, altered
landscapes, and arcane celebration. New Orleans is of
particular interest in lieu of these objectives as the Crescent City,
both historically and currently, has been an incubator for a
diverse population that challenges much of the racial, economic,
and religious status quo.


The Front, an artist run collective, fosters the development of
contemporary art in the city of New Orleans through exhibitions
and community-based projects.