Save Me a Seat

In New Orleans, gathering around a table is more than just eating—it’s how we connect, celebrate, and make memories. Food has a way of bringing people together, and that sense of togetherness is what inspires my work. This collection is about capturing the energy of those shared meals—the colors, the movement, and the feeling of being part of something lively and unforgettable.

Save Me a Seat captures that slower, softer kind of gathering—the kind of long, unhurried lunch that stretches into an afternoon, where the rosé is flowing and no one is checking the time.

There’s an ease to it. Dusty purples, draping tulips, and a layered table that feels thoughtfully put together without ever trying too hard. The kind of setting where someone has taken the time to make everything feel beautiful and effortless—where you know you’ll be taken care of before you even sit down.

This piece brings a calm, inviting energy into a space. Perfect for a dining room, breakfast nook, or anywhere you want that collected, lived-in feeling of gathering and connection.

Original oil painting on canvas.
40 x 30 inches.
Signed by the artist.

** This piece is available to collect now and will remain on view through my June 20 solo exhibition. Shipping and local delivery will begin at the end of June.