Scrim discovers his ‘Window on Canal’

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — You can tell by the paint brush in his hand and the seriously-satisfied expression on his face, the Louisiana artist who calls himself “Ceaux” is more than proud of his masterpiece in the middle of New Orleans.

“Ceaux” is Courtney Buckley.

His canvas, WGNO Good Morning New Orleans features reporter Bill Wood wants you to know, is right on Canal Street.

Right on top of Rubensteins, New Orleans oldest men’s store.

Right there is where he found his window of opportunity.

Inspired by the city’s dog of the day, Scrim.

“This canvas is a piece that I put together to compile characters to project joy through Canal Street,” said Buckley.

Scrim is the escape artist rescue mutt who captured the heart of the city every time he ran away from his latest home.

Now, Scrim shows up, up and down Canal Street. It’s part of what’s called Celebrate Canal! And this first installation is called “Canal Street Menagerie.”

From Rubensteins to the Palace Cafe to the Ruby Slipper to the Saenger Theatre.

It’s called “Windows on Canal.”

“It takes the energy from the business owners and the artists and connects it with the vibe of the public,” said Buckley.

You’ll see Scrim through Sunday, July 6, Essence Festival weekend.

Canal Street was once New Orleans’ main street.

It’s been a bumpy boulevard lately but now, it’s getting some spiffy window dressing from artists around town.

Artists like Ceaux.

Where y’ARt Works is the creative force behind Windows on Canal and JAMNOLA.

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