Author:
Brock Boutte is a first-time author.
The idea for Gris-Gris and the Cypress Tree was sparked by his
wife’s dream to illustrate a story about their beloved home state.
The use of rhymes and repetition in the story lead the reader on a
whimsical journey through a mysterious swamp that is decorated with
Louisiana state symbols. With a background in marketing, Brock
manages ART BY CHRISTY GALLERY, a successful enterprise that
showcases Christy’s original art and prints. He is also the proud
father of Bryce, to whom the book is dedicated.
Artist:
Christy Works-Boutte is a renowned Deaf
artist that has captured the essence of Louisiana through paintings
that reflect the customs, culture, and flavor of her state. For more
than a decade, she has been the featured poster artist at Louisiana
festivals such as the Gretna Heritage Festival, French Quarter
Festival, Crescent City Classic, New Orleans Wine and Food
Experience, International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo and Satchmo
Summerfest to name a few. The words of Gris-Gris and the Cypress
Tree come to life as Christy’s unique painting style, in which
she uses a palette knife with thick oil paints, is revealed on each
page. Through the turn of every page, the reader is enticed by the
colorful, vibrant images that lead Gris-Gris through a walk of
Louisiana state symbols. Christy is a devoted mother to Bryce, the
inspiration for her illustrations.
Email Christy: christy@artbychristy.com