Happy Mardi Gras!

I live in south Louisiana and today is a local holiday, Mardi Gras. The terms "Mardi Gras" or "Mardi Gras Season" refer to Carnival celebrations beginning on or after Epiphany and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday.  "Mardi Gras" is French for Fat Tuesday, referring to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday. Popular practices include wearing masks and costumes, social balls, dancing, sports competitions, parades, etc.

 I've painted a "Mask" series that is right in step with the local theme this time of the year.


"Cat Mask"
(12 x 12 - oils on canvas)

"Maple Leaf Mask"
(11 x 14 - oils on canvas)

"Green and Gold Mask"
(11 x 14 - oils on canvas)












"Purple and Gold Mask"
(11 x 14 - oils on canvas)