St.Augustine Church (Gifted) by David Holcombe

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The St. Augustine church at Cane River, Louisiana, was built by Augustine Metoyer, a free man of color who owned slaves. His descendents fill the cemetary.

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Elton Houck 23 Sep 2009

I think this deserves to be in the pick of the day..and so shall it be... am

Rusty Woodward-Gladdish 16 Dec 2008

Dearest David! How on earth did I miss this??? You know it's silly to say this but this a very animated church yard!!! The precise, architectural shapes suggest order and a peaceful continuity, but the grass and the trees seem to be rippling and swaying in the breeze. Van Gogh is always looking over your shoulder. Brilliant artwork!

Artist Reply: Rusty, The church yard is from the St. Augustine Catholic Church in Cane River. It was built by Augustine Metoyer, a free man of color, who lived there with the Creole community. The whole area is unique to the United States. Nicole kept this painting in her personal collection.