So, who in their right mind vacations in New Orleans in August? Apparently, not too many people, as it turns out. That probably explains why Betty and I scored such a great price from Expepia. It was the proverbial deal we couldn’t refuse.

After talking with a client from Zatarain’s about the charms of New Orleans we decided to take advantage of the bargains, damn the heat and humidity. I live in Baltimore, after all, how bad could it be.

Pretty bad, as it turns out, but we had a great time and the change of scenery was exactly what we needed.

We spent several days wandering (and sweltering) around town; the Garden District, waterfront, cemetery tours and of course, the French Quarter.

On one trip to the French Quarter we happened upon a photography gallery appropriately named, A Gallery for Fine Photography, http://www.agallery.com

There, we were greeted by the owner who, owning to the utter lack of foot traffic, spent several hours talking with us about the artists represented, the gallery’s inventory and reviewing some of his favorite portfolios. A great way to wile away a hot summer afternoon in NoLo. An amazing gallery and a really great collection of new and vintage photographic art.

Below are some of my  snapshots of our time in the Big Easy.

Street scenes

A face lift

Mid-day in the French Quarter

Cafe Du Monde