The Southern Seaports Collection by Larry Casso

ROYAL STREET SHOP by Larry Casso  ($6,700.00 framed) 

Acrylic on Strathmore 500 Illustration board; 24 x 32

I have to go back to the French Quarter every now and then to visit one of my favorite sketching areas. The typical simplicity of this building stands out immediately. What I look for when observing possible scenery is shadows. You cannot copy the ambience of the area without them. 

EVENING SHADOWS by Larry Casso   ($6,700.00 framed)

Watercolor on paper; 18 x 26

Deep and interesting graphic shadows tell more about the French Quarter than anything else. Their meaning must be understood to paint this icon of architecture. From early childhood one word describes my impressions...mystery. 

AFTERNOON STROLL by Larry Casso   ($7,200.00)

Watercolor on paper; 14 x 22

Savannah; Watercolor on paper; 14 x 22; One of the unique things l remember about this city was around noon the city squares were filled with locals who were dressed nicely as they promenaded through the city. I was impressed with the elegance of this lady and caught her as she took her stroll. 

SAVANNAH COTTAGE by Larry Casso  ($4,250.00 framed)

Watercolor on paper; 8 x 14

WAITING by Larry Casso ($5,900.00 framed)

Watercolor on paper; 11 x 14

I arrived in Savannah close to dark and asked the hotel clerk  if it would be safe to be in the inner city after dark. He said he would not stay too long; I ventured in and got this wonderful evening scene just before dark. I was awestruck by the glow of the windows and the wonderful reflections in the street. It is one of my all-time favorites. 

SAVANNAH SHUTTERS by Larry Casso ($7,200.00 framed)

Watercolor on paper; 16 x 26

 I found this in the older section of this city and was impressed with the Italian design. It was simple but elegant with the interesting facades around the doors and windows. I passed a building just like it every day on Esplanade Avenue while attending art school in New Orleans.