Tipitina's Foundation – Tipitina's Foundation Instruments A Comin' 2013
Auction Ends: May 13, 2013 11:00 PM CDT

Art & Photography

"B.B. King at Tipitina's" Signed Limited Edition Giclee by Frenchy (20"x24")

Item Number
162
Estimated Value
1500 USD
Opening Bid
750 USD

Item Description

"B.B. King at Tipitina's" is a signed, limited edition giclee by Frenchy.  The piece measures 20"x24" and was created live during B.B. King's  1/20/13 performance at Tipitina's, which is B.B.'s only performance to date at the club.  The piece is included in Frenchy's "Tipitina's 35th Anniversary Series."

About the artist:
Born to a boxer and a saint on August 16th, 1970 , in the industrial New England town of Lowell , Mass. , Randy Leo Frechette -– a.k.a. Frenchy –- has been drawing since he could grip a pencil. In grade school he impressed friends with caricatures of teachers and classmates, but he did not realize his true calling until The Boston Horns approached him in Orlando and persuaded him to paint their performance live.

From that point forward, Frenchy has led a colorful and dynamic ride with stops at concert venues and sports stadiums all over the globe. Based in the talent-rich city of New Orleans , Frenchy is an ambassador to the arts and a bastion of creativity.

His presence fills venues both large and small with an explosion of creative spirit. Frenchy captivates onlookers with his artistry in motion –- painting events in real-time as they unfold before him. His performance is captivating and its end-result is awe-inspiring.

Since 1997, Frenchy has called New Orleans his home and his muse. The vibrant local music scene pushes the artist’s creativity and expressiveness to new limits. And he has branched out further by tapping into the city’s sporting events -– ranging from weekly Saints game as the “official team artist” to Super Bowls and NCAA Championships. During Mardi Gras season he can be seen marching in parades, painting onto to canvas while other toss beads.

He is as “ New Orleans ” as red beans and rice on Monday, yet he doesn’t limit himself to the Crescent City .  Frenchy aggressively tours the country, painting events in order to quench his creative thirst. He hits music festivals and sporting events across the globe, while also pausing for commissions and studio pieces. All the while he bounces along with a care-free step and creative smile.
From http://frenchylive.com

Item Special Note

Winning bidder is responsible for any & all shipping costs. Local pick up is available at Fountainbleau Storage, 4040 Tulane Ave., New Orleans.

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