Festive art

Paula Burch-Celentano pburch@tulane.edu
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Artwork, clothing, jewelry and oils are just some of the items for sale at the Black Art Market on Wednesday (Feb. 8) in Pocket Park. The market is part of the Tulane Black Arts Festival, an annual event celebrating African American culture.

Black Art Market turns Pocket Park into a festive bazaar.
A crowd gathers to purchase scented candles and oils from Ernestine Wright, far left, and her sister Almalita Wright, left.
Black Art Market turns Pocket Park into a festive bazaar.
The art of Soraya Jean-Louis McElroy is available on greeting cards, notepads and writing journals.
Black Art Market turns Pocket Park into a festive bazaar.
Ashlin Washington, left, and jeweler Jordan Lewis, center, field questions from customers.
Black Art Market turns Pocket Park into a festive bazaar.
Artful boxes by artist Shelton LeBron create an eye-catching display.

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