Theatre + Art

A renowned artist prepares to retire

It started with spontaneity.

Acadiana Destinations, as Profiled by ULL Journalism Students

Donaldsonville artist Alvin Batiste works in full view of the public and is always happy to take time out to visit and answer questions.

BREAUX BRIDGE – The world of Joseph Jilbert is contained in an aesthetically disturbing tin-sided dwelling –– half house, half workshop. With a bedroom, kitchen and living room all linked by a common toolshed décor, it’s tucked far away from…