Christmas Tree

There was a Christmas tree in the Lobby, but it was more understated than in the past. Anyway, I took a couple of shots for the record. OK, I'm moving on to the Carnival Season. It started on January 6th.

Lobby

After dining I snatched some photos of the Lobby and few new pieces of art. I enjoyed seeing what was new. Too bad the gallery wasn't open.

Breezeway

In the space between the outer and inner front doors are two pieces of art. They had replaced the pieces I saw the last time I dined the hotel. I really liked these two.

Lobby Below

While on the second level I took a shot of the two sitting spaces in the hotel lobby. I love the bright colored spirals on the carpet. A skylight provides natural lighting during the day.

Courtyards Continued

The second courtyard had more pieces in it. I stopped to photograph each one. I wondered if someone would peek out from one of the rooms.

Courtyards

Above the lobby were two atrium courtyard spaces. Sculptures are spread among the flower beds. Most of them I've seen there before.

Back to La Côte Brasserie

This past Christmas my family dined at La Côte Brasserie at the Renaissance New Orleans Arts Hotel. It was three years ago since we last celebrated there. I took some photos again since some of the art has changed since that last time. Here are some photos of the restaurant.

Rocky & Carlo's Restaurant

As I finished taking photos, restaurant workers were preparing to close the restaurant. Here's more about the restaurant's history. Click items on the left to see the variety of dishes available on the menu.

A Look at Rocky & Carlo's Now

When I read that the banquet was going to be at Rocky and Carlo's Restaurant, I decided it would be an excuse for me to bring my camera. I haven't been back to the restaurant since Katrina. It was a very different place when I visited last time. Here are some photos of the murals and knick-knacks on the walls. Enjoy!

The New Board

At the the end of all the ceremonies the new St. Bernard Art Guild board gathered for a group picture. The banquet took place in a separate room from the main dining room of Rocky and Carlo's Restaurant. The guild members and guests ate before the program began.

Inductions

The new officers were sworn in next. Each one was given a special induction ceremony. I photographed them in order.