NONFICTION | PHOTOGRAPHY | PUBLIC APPEARANCES
My nonfiction features have appeared in print in Overture Magazine, TravelHost South Louisiana, Texas Books in Review, 008 Magazine and The Acadiana Gazette. My nonfiction features and copywriting articles have appeared online in the literary journal Front Porch and on other websites. Most of the articles originally appeared in print, but archived copies of the magazines are available online. Click on the links below to see archived copies of the magazine issues.
Ducrest, Danielle. "Acadiana Symphony Orchestra Art Contest." Overture, Sept. 2015, pp. 38-39. Read the Article Here.
---. "Acadiana Symphony Orchestra Writing Contest." Overture, Sept. 2015, pp. 40-41. Read the Article Here.
---. "After the Party's Over — A concrete surface repair project." SolCrete, 2015.
---. "All the Art, All at Once: Memorial Day Weekend in Denver." Overture, May 2015, pp. 26-27. Read the Article Here.
---. "All You Can Eat Crawfish in St. Martin Parish." TravelHost South Louisiana, Spring 2019. Read the Article Here.
---. "The Art of Paques." Overture, Mar. 2015, p. 26. Read the Article Here.
---. "Ava Leavell Haymon: Louisiana Poet Laureate." Overture, Oct. 2015, p. 26. Read the Article Here.
---. "Avenue of Arts at Festival International de Louisiane." Overture, Apr. 2016, pp. 24-25. Read the Article Here.
---. "The Big Easel, An Outdoor Festival Celebrating Art and Artists." Overture, Apr. 2015, p. 24. Read the Article Here.
---. "Capturing the Big Bend." Review of Crazy from the Heat: A Chronicle of Twenty Years in the Big Bend, photography by James H. Evans, Texas Books in Review, Fall 2011, p. 6.
---. "'Creating a Level Playing Field' - Custom kitchen countertops in Dallas, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'Cutting-Edge Concrete' - A stamped concrete project in Carrollton, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "A Dash of Louisiana in D.C." Overture, Jan.-Feb. 2016, pp. 30-32. Read the Article Here.
---. "'Drawing the Line' — A scored concrete patio project." SolCrete, 2015.
---. "'Everything and the Kitchen Sink' - An outdoor kitchen concrete countertop in Denton, TX." SolCrete.
---. "'Floating Off the Ground' — A metallic epoxy flooring project." SolCrete, 2015.
---. "From Drab to Delightful – Refinishing Concrete." SolCrete, 2016.
---. "From Sunny Yellow to Dusky Gray – A Concrete Fireplace Hearth." SolCrete, 2016.
---. "The Grand Opera House of the South: 'A Beautiful Little Playhouse.'" Overture, Oct. 2015, pp. 32-33. Read the Article Here.
---. "'Ice Cold and Piping Hot' — A 'cool' stamped concrete floor in Copper Canyon, Tx." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "In Skilled Hands Art Exhibition & Auction." Overture, May 2015, p. 46. Read the Article Here.
---. "It's All under the Surface – Acid Staining Concrete." SolCrete, 2016.
---. "Lafayette Art Association." Overture, Nov. 2015, pp. 33-35. Read the Article Here.
---. "'On the Wrong Side of the Tracks' - A decorative stamped concrete project in Dallas, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "Partners for Education: Calling on the Community to Support Do-Re-ME!" Overture, Dec. 2015, pp. 34-37. Read the Article Here.
---. "'Patience Is a Virtue' - Stamped overlay vs. pattern concrete in Prosper, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'Paying Attention to the Details' — Concrete stamps in Dallas, Texas." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'Plain and Simple' - A concrete refinishing project in Richardson, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'Rain, Rain, Go Away' - A stamped concrete pool deck in Rowlett, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'Ready to Rumble' - A stamped concrete driveway project in Carrollton, Texas." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'A Real Ice Breaker' — A stamped concrete overlay project in Denton, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "Regarding Ducks and Universes." Review of Regarding Ducks and Universes, by Neve Maslakovic, Front Porch, Nov. 2011, Read the Article Here.
---. "Sophie Says: Detecting Eye Problems in Your Dog." 008 Magazine, Aug.-Sept. 2016, p. 102. 008 Magazine, Read the Article Here.
---. "'Strong, Sturdy and Special' – A Modern Concrete Table." SolCrete, 2016.
---. "Take Your Pick — The types of kitchen countertops available for any renovation project." SolCrete, 2015.
---. "'Taking on Water' — A stamped concrete patio project in Prosper, TX." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "A Tall Tale - Concrete Overlay Over Tile." SolCrete, 2016.
---. "'Time for a Change' - stamped concrete contractors in Denton, Texas." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'Twice as Nice' - A concrete mantle project in Lucas, Texas." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "Turning over a New Leaf – Concrete Skim Coat." SolCrete, 2016.
---. "A Unique Outdoor Experience: Symphony Sunday in the Park." Overture, Mar. 2016, pp. 12-14. Read the Article Here.
---. "Up to the Challenge: Lafayette Generation Foundation." Overture, Dec. 2015, pp. 26-27. Read the Article Here.
---. "Vermilionville's 'Old-Time Christmas' a celebration of the days of yore." The Acadiana Gazette, 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6-B.
---. "'Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop' - A stamped colored concrete project in Arlington, TX." SolCrete.
---. "'Walking on Sunshine' - A stamped patio in Trophy Club, Texas." SolCrete, 2014.
---. "'When the Game Is on the Line' - A stamped cement project in Granbury, Texas." SolCrete, 2014.
Ducrest, Danielle and Jenny Krueger. "George Rodrigue's Generosity Continues." Overture, Apr. 2015, p. 32. Read the Article Here.
My photography has been reproduced in print. Click on the links below to see archived copies of the magazine issues.
Ducrest, Danielle. Acadian Living. 2014, Digital Photograph. The Acadiana Gazette, 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6–B.
---. Candlesticks. 2014, Digital Photograph. The Acadiana Gazette, 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6–B.
---. Citrus Hearth. 2014, Digital Photograph. The Acadiana Gazette, 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6–B.
---. Gary Chapman's Mixer. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, May 2015, p. 46. View the Article Here.
---. Papa Noël on Break. 2014, Digital Photograph. The Acadiana Gazette, 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6–B.
---. A Picnic in Candyland. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, Mar. 2016, p. 13. View the Article Here .
---. Schoolhouse Christmas. 2014, Digital Photograph. The Acadiana Gazette, 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6–B.
---. Opera in Disguise. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, Oct. 2015, p. 32. View the Article Here.
---. Shopping at the Big Easel. 2010, Digital Photograph. Overture, Apr. 2015, p. 24. View the Article Here.
---. Shopping at the Fair. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, Oct. 2015, p. 15. View the Article Here.
---. Signatures on the Wall. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, Oct. 2015, p. 6. View the Article Here.
---. St. John's Belltower - 2. 2008, Digital Photograph. Overture, Mar. 2015, p. 34. View the Article Here.
---. St. John's Belltower - 3. 2008, Digital Photograph. Overture, Mar. 2015, p. 36. View the Article Here.
---. St. John's Sanctuary - 2. 2008, Digital Photograph. Overture, Mar. 2015, p. 36. View the Article Here.
---. Storytelling with Vicky C. Branton. 2014, Digital Photograph. The Acadiana Gazette 12 Dec. 2014, p. 6–B.
---. Variations in Paint. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, Apr. 2016, p. 26. View the Article Here.
---. Symphony Crowd Under the Canopies. 2015, Digital Photograph. Overture, Mar. 2016, p. 14. View the Article Here.
---. Taking a Stroll at the Big Easel. 2010, Digital Photograph. Overture, Apr. 2015, p. 6. View the Article Here.
I have pitched my tent and booth at several public art fairs and festivals and displayed my work in galleries.
I'm not currently showing my art anywhere.
2019
Sept. 2017 to June 2019:
A & E GALLERY, 335 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia, LA
2017
June 5 to 28:
THE LOUISIANA STATE ARCHIVE AND RESEARCH LIBRARY, 3851 Essen Ln., Baton Rouge, LA 70809
2017
April 2016 to Feb. 2017:
A & E GALLERY, 335 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia, LA
2015
Nov. 7:
STEAMPUNK AND MAKERS FAIR, Lafayette Science Museum, Lafayette, LA
2015
Oct. 3:
SHADOWS-ON-THE-TECHE FALL ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR, Shadows-on-the-Teche, New Iberia, LA
2015
May 16:
SOUTHERN GARDEN FESTIVAL, 3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette, LA 70501
2014
Nov. 15:
STEAMPUNK AND MAKERS FAIR, Parc Sans Souci, Lafayette, LA
2014
Oct. 4:
SHADOWS-ON-THE-TECHE FALL ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR, Shadows-on-the-Teche, New Iberia, LA
2014
Sept. 26 to 27:
SUGAR CANE FESTIVAL, Bouligny Plaza, New Iberia, LA
2014
Aug. 23:
ERATH FARMERS MARKET, Erath City Park, 100 City Park Drive, Erath, LA 70533
2014
July 12:
ERATH FARMERS MARKET, Erath City Park, 100 City Park Drive, Erath, LA 70533
2014
June 14:
2nd SATURDAY ARTWALK, The Front Steps of the First United Methodist Church of Lafayette, LA
2014
April 30:
STEAMPUNK AND MAKERS BALL, The former "Trynd" Building, downtown Lafayette, LA
2014
April 12:
2nd SATURDAY ARTWALK, The Front Steps of the First United Methodist Church of Lafayette, LA
2014
April 5:
SOUTHERN GARDEN FESTIVAL, 3502 E. Simcoe St., Lafayette, LA
2014
March 22:
NEW IBERIA CAREER CENTER CAR AND CRAFT SHOW, The Air Base, Ember Drive, New Iberia, LA
2014
March 8:
SPRING ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL, Shadows-on-the-Teche, New Iberia, LA
2014
Feb. 8:
2nd SATURDAY ARTWALK, The Front Steps of the First United Methodist Church of Lafayette, LA
2013
Nov. 9:
STEAMPUNK AND MAKERS FAIR, Lafayette, LA
2013
April 13:
SOUTHERN GARDEN FESTIVAL, Lafayette, LA
2012
Nov. 10-11:
SHOWDOWN @ UNOBTAINIUM, Ball Farm, Dale, TX
2012
Aug. 17:
COFFEE POT ART SHOW, Coffee Pot, San Marcos, TX
2012
Feb. 3:
LA VILLITA MARKET DAY, San Antonio, TX
2011
Oct. 29:
KNOW THYSELF EXPO, San Marcos Activity Center, TX, with Edge of the Storm Jewelry
2011
Saturdays:
FARMERS MARKET ON THE SQUARE, San Marcos, TX, with Edge of the Storm Jewelry
2011
Every First Thursday of the Month, 2011:
FARMERS MARKET ON THE QUAD, Texas State University-San Marcos, with Edge of the Storm Jewelry
2010
Oct. 24:
OLDE TOWNE FAIR, FUMC, San Marcos, TX
2010
July 3:
WIMBERLEY MARKET DAY, Wimberley Market Day, Wimberley, TX
2010
May 8th:
RIVER RANCH BIG EASEL ART FAIR, Lafayette, LA
2010
April 24:
AQUARENA EARTH DAY FAIR, Aquarena, San Marcos, TX
2009
May 16:
RIVER RANCH BIG EASEL ART FAIR, Lafayette, LA
2009
March 7:
SHADOWS-ON-THE-TECHE ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR, New Iberia, LA
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