Refreshing America

Welcome to "Refreshing America," a visual arts exhibition that celebrates the vibrant and diverse contributions of international artists who have made New Orleans their home. This unique showcase brings together the creative talents of artists from around the globe, offering an eclectic mix of styles, mediums, and cultural perspectives that enrich the city's artistic landscape.

We invite you to explore each participating artist. Through their work, these artists not only highlight the beauty of their own cultural heritage but also demonstrate the profound impact that immigrants and foreign-born creatives have had on United States' arts and culture. This exhibition stands as a testament to the boundless potential of cross-cultural collaboration that makes New Orleans a true melting pot of creativity and innovation.

Refreshing America exhibited at the Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans in the Summer of 2025.

Ukraine

Oksana Fogg

Painting

Turkiye

Emre Karaoglu

Painting

Mexico

Francisco Magallan

Painting

Canada

Molly Maguire

Painting

Bahamas

Tiffany Smith

Photography

France

Jacque Soulas

Painting

Mexico

Belinda Flores-Shinshillas

Painting

Barbados

John Alleyne

Painting

Ecuador

Kuri Mayai

Ceramic

Russia

Mariia Orlova

Painting

Dominican Republic

Arlyn Jimenez

sculpture

Tibet/India

Tenzin Dolker

Photography