Photo © Daniel R. Smith

The exhibit pairs 6 designers from New Orleans with 6 writers from Seattle, and vice-versa (or inversa: 6 Seattle designers created work for 6 NOLA writers). Copies of the posters will be available for purchase, with proceeds going to the Lens, a NOLA non-profit doing investigative journalism in the Gulf.

The exhibit is curated by Daniel R. Smith (Seattle) and Tom Futrell (NOLA).  Gallery hours are M-F 10-5; December 2nd First Thursday from 6-9.

Here's Louis Gong (Seattle)'s awesome artwork, inspired by Anne Gisleson (NOLA)'s story "Grand Isle." See Louis' piece--and those of all the other designers on Thursday November 4 at Tether Design Gallery.  Les Chattes Créoles will play some cajun music, and the free coffee is on Tully's.

Thanks to Daniel R. Smith and Tom Futrell for curating such a cool project, and to the designers for making it possible.  The sale of the posters will go to support THE LENS, a New Orleans non-profit that does investigative journalism in the Gulf.

The show runs November 4 - 26, with the opening on First Thursday, November 4, from 6-9 pm. Tether Design Gallery is at 323 Occidental Ave. S (and Jackson), in Seattle.

"Don't send flowers, it's way too early for that," Richard says, "but please lend a hand to Gulf Aid Acadiana (his Gulf Aid charity) if you can until I'm completely back in the saddle."  We wish Zach all the best for a swift and complete recovery.

In his place, New Orleans great Coco Robicheaux will play Bilocal on Friday, November 12.

© Zee AmerNew Orleans legend Coco Robicheaux has faithfully delivered his mojo soul to devoted listeners in tiny joints and massive stages for decades. He has performed across the US and Europe, at every New Orleans French Quarter Festival since 1995, and for ten consecutive years at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Coco Robicheaux was inducted into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame at the House of Blues in New Orleans on Oct. 24, 2009.

An actor and visual artist as well as musician, Robicheaux was featured most recently in the debut season of HBO's Treme. His bronze bust of Professor Longhair famously greets visitors at Tipitina's where it sits inside the entrance.

Robicheaux is an integral thread in New Orleans' and Louisiana fabric and heritage. He performed on the "Coast to Coast" tour to raise funds after the BP oil spill in the Gulf, and is a lifetime advocate and supporter of accessible health care.

Bilocal is deeply honored (and very excited!) to welcome Coco Robicheaux to the program on Friday November 12.

The chefs will each create a dish for a reception on Friday and Saturday before the live program (some on one night, some on both; check the schedule for details).

Participants are: Tom Douglas (Dahlia Lounge, Palace Kitchen, Lola, et al), Matthew Dillon (Sitka and Spruce, The Corson Building), Renée Erickson (Boat Street Café, The Walrus and the Carpenter), Robin Leventhal (Crave, Top Chef), Matthew Lewis (Where Ya At Matt), and Delicatus (a Seattle Delicatessen). The receptions will also feature live cajun music.  Full bios here.

Matthew Dillon serves up some sardinesBecause they emphasize local agriculture, have some direct connection with NOLA or the Gulf, or already support the arts, these chefs represent exactly what we are trying to do with Bilocal. Plus, you can't do a program with New Orleans and not have food there.

Food and drinks are available for purchase at the event--save a few dollars by getting your advance ticket now, show up early for the reception, and treat yourself to some amazing Seattle & New Orleans food by some of our best chefs!