Festival Of Fins, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Jim Dobson, (rx.Dobson7208@pop-hosting.com)
- Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 09:16:46 (UTC)

your site is very useful.

Jim Dobson, (bel-Dobson5848@spatzer.com)
- Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 08:17:46 (UTC)

Believe it or not, there are a few fish that were never painted or sold (the big versions). If you would like your own fish with a custom hand-painted design on them, please contact me. If you lost a fish in Katrina, we can replicate the original design on an original fiberglass fish made from the same mold at the time of original production. sean@industrialsurrealism.com (here in New Orleans) Thanks for reading.

Sean, (sean@industrialsurrealism.com)
- Tuesday, August 08, 2006 at 22:35:35 (UTC)

I don't really have a tale to tell but I did want to let the fans of this kind of 'Public Art Projects' another place they can go to see more of this. If a community still has their site up....it will most likely be on the 'Links' page of ................ http://www.publicartprojectsofamerica.com/

Patrick Keough, (fiberglassanimals@nctc.net)
- Friday, June 23, 2006 at 15:20:12 (UTC)

I WAS IN FLORIDA A WEEK AGO AND SAW A SALTWATER FISH THAT I HAD NEVER SEEN BEFORE. A MAN HAD CAUGHT IT FISHING FROM LAND, ON A HOOK (MAYBE A NUMBER 2 HOOK)IT WAS ABOUT ONE FOOT LONG. WHEN IT WAS LAYING ON THE SAND IT LOOKED KIND OF LIKE A CATFISH WITHOUT THE FINS. BUT WHEN THE HOOK WAS REMOVED AND THE MAN PICKED IT UP BY PUTTING A PAIR OF NEEDLE NOSE PLIERS IN ITS MOUTH. IT DISPLAYED A VERY LARGE FIN ON EITHER SIDE OF ITS BODY (ABOUT AS BIG AS A SMAL CHILDS HAND) JUST BEHIND IT HEAD. ALSO IT HAD SOMETHING THAT LOOKED LIKE LIKE THE LEGS OF A LOBSTER JUST UNDER THE FRONT OF ITS BODY, I DID NOT COUND THEM BUT I THINK MAYBE 6 OR EIGHT. THIS FISH WAS CAUGHT IN WATER MAYBE 4 FEET DEEP AT THE INLET TO SAINT ANDREWS BAY ACROSS FROM PANAMA CITY FRORIDA. THE MAN WAS FISHING INSIDE THE JETTIES THAT PROTECT THE INLET.I HAVE TRIED TO FIND SOME INFO ON THE INTERNET, BUT HAVE NOT HAD ANY LUCK. DOES ANYONE HAVE AND ANSWER FOR ME AS TO WHAT IT WAS.

HENRY BEVIS, (hbevis@blomand.net)
- Monday, July 11, 2005 at 03:38:14 (UTC)

I happended across your website, and I too am interested in purchasing some fish for my collection. Are they for sale, and if so, please provide info and respond to PZerfass@comcast.net. I hope you would continue this effort..it's a great vehicle to raise money, as well as showcase the local artists' talent. Many thanks. PZ

Peggy Zerfass, (PZerfass@comcast.net)
- Monday, April 11, 2005 at 19:12:25 (UTC)

Hello, I would like to purchase a fish for my own collection. Does anyone have information on where I might get one? If so, post here or e-mail me at misspiew@aol.com. Thank you!

Deanne, (misspiew@aol.com)
- Monday, March 07, 2005 at 00:28:43 (UTC)

Hi fish lovers!, I am a born fisherman in florida, usa! one day my assistant who helps me in my big green boat (rosmary rishop) went fishing by himself one day! his name is max and he doesn't know very much about fish! so anyway! he was so stupid that he caught a baby shark (he didn't know it was a shark at the time) and brought it back to the coast line! when everyone found out it was a shark he was put to prison or 40 days for nearly harming people! (how's that then?) i don't know but when i look back it is a relly funny story! :)from jadey

jadey ristashio, (jr@postmaster.com)
- Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 12:26:32 (UTC)

HI Folks.
My name is Sonya Paz, I am an artist in San Jose California and I am involved in the project called SharkByteArt (SharkByteArt.com) in San Jose,an event very much like your "Festival of Fins".
A few of us artists here are looking for advise on the clear coatings that were used in your event and need some (quick) advice on what you used for these similar fiberglass animals. Another concern we have had is the type of pain that was suggested to used to prevent fading/cracking etc. for this outdoor event. Our event is scheduled to go live on August 1, 2001. What helpful hints can you offer for us?
PLease email me at art@spazart.com.

Thanks much,
Sonya

Sonja, (art@spazart.com)
- Friday, June 22, 2001 at 19:50:42 (CDT)

What a treat and thanks to Judy for the fine web project. My family and I were in New Orleans for about a week and left just last night (6-2-01). As we had a late flight out, we checked out of our hotel and spent the day running around downtown trying find fish. We located 9 by browsing or asking folks (very friendly people) that we thought would know. I wish I knew of this site while we were in town. So, is this still an on-going project? I have locations for a few that you might not know where they ended up if anyone is interested. Please Email as I may not get back to this Sightings page anytime soon. Cya...Mike, San Diego, CA, mpsfof@sdso.net

Mike Shirley, (mpsfof@sdso.net)
- Sunday, June 03, 2001 at 14:46:17 (CDT)

First, I just want to thank Judy (whoever you are)for setting up this great website. Without it, I would never have found all the fish that I did. Also, thinks to the various readers who responded to my dumb questions! I spent today trying to track down the last of the fish, and in a couple of cases, got very frustrated! Surgeon Sturgeon out at the United Way on Leonides is not available. I spoke to a nice lady there named Susan who said it has already been sold. But, she says it is a twin to Marbelous Marlin; and she is trying to get the new owner to send her some pictures to pass out! Nurse Shark at Ochsner on Jeff Hwy is in the critical care tower, and I was told that I couldn't go up there. However, it is supposed to be moved soon to a more accessible location. They do have two of the traveling fish in the main lobby-The King Fish and Fly Fish. The third traveling fish (Our Country Fish of Thee) is the one at Loyola-Danna Center. You have to go downstairs in the center to find it in the PJ's Coffee House.I spoke to a guy at YLC about King Tux (all I have ever found is his empty pedastal) and he said he thought this particular fish was in Memphis, but would be returning. The only other one I missed was Herbed Fish, and it died before I got there. I have had a lot of fun on this 4 month odyssy-walked a bazillion miles around the city, and drove a bunch too, but it was worth it. I just wish some of them were more accessible like Allie the Angel Fish, and some of the others is places that are locked up on weekends, making second or even third trips necessary. But, what can you do. Again, Judy, thanks a bunch for this website, and if I don't get these last few fish, at least I have given it my best shot!

Carol, (co8544@aol.com)
- Monday, October 16, 2000 at 16:00:40 (CDT)

I got word today that the second fish has arrived at Stella Jones gallery. My mother went by there today and saw the artist making some touch-ups to the newest arrival.

Valary, (nohogumbo@aol.com)
- Friday, October 06, 2000 at 19:25:55 (CDT)

There is a fish at Cafe Giovanni on Decatur Street. A new one will be at Stella Jones Gallery in Place St. Charles. A new one is also at the Loyola Univ-Danna Center near PJ's Coffee Shop. Just two more weeks before they all get reeled in.

Mim, (mimanders@msn.com)
- Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 21:52:18 (CDT)

A Lot O' Fish is also called Striped Fish and is in front of the First Bank & Trust Bldg at 909 Poydras St

Sheila Looney, (sheilalo@aol.com)
- Monday, October 02, 2000 at 22:14:12 (CDT)

King Tux is on tour with Mardi Gras Mambo, Fly Fish, The King Fish and a few more. The Seersucker is priceless! It is in front of Stone, Pigman's building at 546 Carondelet St...looks just like an uptown New Orleans attorney

Sheila Looney, (sheilalo@aol.com)
- Monday, October 02, 2000 at 22:12:57 (CDT)

Anybody have a clue where to find "A Lot O Fish" (supposed to be at 909 Poydras), and "Mardi Gras Mambo"? The latter fish is traveling around the city according to Mardi Gras World, but they aren't sure where it is right now. Also, does anyone know anything about "king Tux"/ I keep checking, but all I find is an empty cement base with his name on it. Thanks for any help.

Carol, (co8544@aol.com)
- Monday, October 02, 2000 at 21:08:46 (CDT)

I went fishing today and caught a few that no one has mentioned. The two fish expected at City Hall have finally arrived; they stand on either side of the main entrace on Perdido. Also I found one called "Carp N Ter Gone Fishin'" in front of the Equitable Building at 1555 Poydras. It's fabulously funny and was completely unexpected since it has not appeared on any list I have seen.

Valary, (nohogumbo@aol.com)
- Friday, September 29, 2000 at 17:43:42 (CDT)

Does anyone know if the new fish (a crawfish) that was delivered last week to the Energy Centre (inside) is "Clawfish" that was supposed to be at the Wyndham Hotel?

Sheila Looney, (sheilalo@aol.com)
- Tuesday, September 26, 2000 at 20:50:03 (CDT)

Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds has just swam into Fransen & Hardin's Law Office at 814 Howard Ave...She's beautiful!

Sheila Looney, (sheilalo@aol.com)
- Tuesday, September 26, 2000 at 20:41:47 (CDT)

The Blues Breaux is back and inside Rubenstein Bros. store at 638 Canal St. Rib Room Red is also back at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel but this time the fish is hanging from under the balcony. This is a great site! Has lots of info!

Sheila Looney, (sheilalo@aol.com)
- Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 21:43:58 (CDT)

Blues Breaux is inside Rubenstein Bros. at 638 Canal St. Also Rib Room Red is repaired and back at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel but now it is hanging from the balcony...not on the sidewalk.

Sheila Looney, (sheilalo@aol.com)
- Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 21:39:36 (CDT)

Anybody know where Blues Breaux went? We couldn't find it at 638 Canal. We also could not find Blow Fish at 444 St. Charles Ave. Anyone know the current whereabouts? Herbed Fish didn't survive the drought and is no longer at Metro Bistro. One of my favorites so far is A Well-schooled Fish from Trinity E-Fish-Copal School. It's a fish on a bicycle with a pack on its back.

Jean Burke, (JBurke113@aol.com)
- Saturday, September 02, 2000 at 21:49:47 (CDT)

Thanks for the great site! Seeing Misha's work on display on the net has been a fantastic treat for her family in Michigan - the "offical" site pics only show one side - I love being able to see both sides of her fish.

Misha's Mom, (at home in Michigan)
- Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 10:58:00 (CDT)

Thanks for having a great site. It is "fishy" that your site has the artists names correct and the "OFFICIAL FESTIVAL OF FINS SITE" does not. Barrister-cuda was created by Luis Colemares, Paul Lane, and Sam LeBanc.

Best regards
Paul Lane

Paul Lane,
- Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 10:58:00 (CDT)

After my 15 year old daughter saw Celestial Fish in front of the LLE building her bathroom ceiling came to life. It is the same beautiful star lit night represented on the fish. Thanks to the artist who inspired her.

Nancy Donnes, (mailto:ndonnes@yahoo.com)
- Thursday, August 15, 2000 at 08:26:31 (CDT)

"Fish Mettle" located in the Texaco Center Lobby at 400 Poydras has Larry Nevil listed as the Artist on your web site; however, the plaque on the fish lists Allen Cruthirds, which is correct. Allen's my grandson and I watched him painting the fish. This is great websight and we appreciate the work you've done.

Charlotte Mitchell, (charamitch@juno.com)
- Monday, July 31, 2000 at 20:17:21 (CDT)

the fish that wins the prize has to be the 'booted fish' in from of the federal complex on poydras. it has a 'boot' on one of its' fins, a 'do not move' sign on its' side and a 'parking ticket' sticking out of its' mouth...i love it and could not stop laughing when i noticed it.

leon
- Saturday, July 22, 2000 at 17:55:58 (CDT)

i don't know if most people know but the fish at cafe lafittes in exile on bourbon is sponsoring a wig contest for its fish it must be weatherproof contact lafitees for more details

garret
- Thursday, July 20, 2000 at 20:43:37 (CDT)

This is a testament to what a great idea the Festival of Fins was in attracting attention to the city--attention of ANY and ALL kinds. It also shows just how different people can be(even-or especially--in your own family).
Part-I----I work downtown and was getting a ride from work with my sister. The fish had been showing up periodically for about 2 to 3 weeks. My sister NEVER watches the news, reads the news or listens to the news. On this particular day she picked me up and literally screamed at me as soon as I got into her car. "What the hell are all these fish doing around here!, I know you know, PLEASE tell me. They are everywhere I go!"
Part II----My dad is somewhat of a homebody and doesn't get to go out into the city-especially downtown too often. He, unlike my sister, reads every news article and watches the news several times a day. One weekend he and I were running several errands. As I drove into the downtown area, HE screamed "The FISH, THE FISH, I finally get to see the fish! I've been hearing about them for weeks but I never got to see one!" I took great civic pride in being able to help my sister and father become fish fanatics like me!! We toured the city during the Essence Festival FINDING and FOTOGRAPHING FINS!!! Many thanks to the YLC, the artists and the sponsors!!

Lea Gaines, (lgaines@uncf.org)
- Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 15:22:34 (CDT)

This IS a great site! This isn't technically a siting; It is a question about two fish I have seen. It has been fun figuring out the themes before reading the titles or sponsors. I can't figure out two of them. This posting may confirm my ignorance regarding art, but I am learning and enjoying this project. the questions are about two fish at the Energy Centre 1100 Poydras, The Dali Sol, school of fish is beautiful. I figured out all of the classes represented, Art, Music, etc. WHAT does the attached fish with the arm mean? The other is the cowfish at the entrance to the building, it isn't sponsored by Borden or the Beef association, is it just a nod to Chicago's cows? THANKS FOR ANY HELP!

Lea Gaines, (lgaines@uncf.org)
- Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 14:53:15 (CDT)

We have a fish that we have placed in the Canal Street entrance of the Chateau Sonesta hotel on the 800 block of Canal Street. It is "Ignatius J. Reillyfish" and it truly captures the essence of one of the most recognizable and curious characters of New Orleans literature. The statute is probably tied in to its particular location more than any other, as the Ignatius fish is in the display case under the original D.H. Holmes clock in front of the original D.H. Holmes building, and in close proximity to the bronze statue of Ignatius himself on Canal Street. Any "Confederacy of Dunces" fan will remember Ignatius waiting for his Momma under the clock in the opening scene of the novel. We invite everyone to come and see the fish, and you to come and take a photograph for your site.

Neil Kohlman
- Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 11:48:06 (CDT)

The eighth district police station is located in the 300 block of Royal Street.

lisa
- Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 11:14:19 (CDT)

A fish was recently install at the eighth district police station. It is hanging on the fence out front. It is dressed in a uniform with legs hanging out of its mouth.

lisa
- Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 11:12:22 (CDT)

This is a fantastic site. Thank you so much for putting this together. One of my favorites in on N. Rampart in front on a hotel on the lakeside. I don't know the title, but it has a jazz theme, a yellow fish with a trumpet. It is near Armstrong Park, so it may be related. Thanks for sharing. Sara

Sara, (sorton@bellsouth.net)
- Friday, July 14, 2000 at 16:41:05 (CDT)

The astro fish is one of my favorites, too. I have to admit, though, the "United We Swim, Divided We Fry" is one of my favorites, simply because I'm such a silly punster myself!

Christian Allman, (mailto:christian@faceofneworleans.com)
- Friday, July 14, 2000 at 15:34:17 (CDT)

There is a fish appropriately called Fishes and Loaves in front of The Jesuit Church at 130 Baronne St.

Shelley
- Thursday, July 13, 2000 at 00:16:59 (CDT)

There is a fish appropriately called Fishes and Loaves in front of The Jesuit Church at 130 Baronne St.

Shelley
- Thursday, July 13, 2000 at 00:13:53 (CDT)

When I saw Harriette Blue Fish in New Orleans Centre near entrance to Lord & Taylor on first floor there was another fish right next to it with a voodoo theme. There was no name on it. Thanks for setting up this site.

Susan Canavello, (hogjowls@aol.com)
- Wednesday, July 12, 2000 at 19:28:26 (CDT)

Nice sight, Judy. I am a teacher, and would live to use these pictures somehow with my third grade students. Does anyone know where the "Tour De Grouper, "Yellow Submarine", "Reel Kids", and the "Blues Breaux", were moved? Please email me if you do? Thanks

June , (tcher50@hotmail.com)
- Wednesday, July 12, 2000 at 07:16:05 (CDT)

There's a fish in the lobby of 225 Baronne St. (right across the street from Aquatic Hot Rod fish) Don't know the name, but he's cute...dressed in tux and "tails".

Liz
- Tuesday, July 11, 2000 at 14:03:00 (CDT)

GREAT WEBSITE!! Thanks, Judy! Some New Fish not posted on Judy's list as of 7-8-00: Magic Fish/Harrah's,Canal St.side Fishin for 20 Million/Neutral ground,701 Conven.Cntr.Blvd. Hook, Wine and Sinker/Neutral ground,701 Conven.Cntr.Blvd. Sweet Filet of Mine/Morial Conven.Cntr. near Riverwalk Litigator Gar/The park across from Morial Conven.Cntr. Miss Sue Shi/The park across from Morial Conven.Cntr. Football Fish/Mike Ditka's Rest.,St Charles Ave. School Fish-Swimming in a Sea of Excellence/Hale Boggs Bldg. Flip, Flop and Fly/Hale Boggs Bldg.,501 Magazine Finderella/Texaco Cntr., 400 Poydras (fish dressed like a waiter)/Cafe DuMonde, Decatur Old Fish-New Location as of 7-8-00: Red Fish Grill/now at Pan Am Bldg., 601 Poydras ALSO,previously unnamed #56 in Judy's list,now has a name-"Les Poissons Des Garcons"(sorry, didn't record rest of data).

Beverly Traub, (Minuet1000@aol.com)
- Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 22:15:19 (CDT)

GREAT WEBSITE!! Thanks, Judy! Some New Fish not on Judy's list as of 7-8-00: Magic Fish /Harrah's, Canal St. side Fishin'for 20 million /Neutral ground 701 Conven.Cntr.Blvd. Hook, Wine and Sinker /Neutral ground 701 Conven.Cntr.Blvd. Sweet Filet of Mine /Morial Conven.Cntr. near Riverwalk Litigator Gar /Park across from Motial Conven. Cntr. Miss Sue Shi /Park across from Morial Conven.Cntr. Football Fish /Mike Ditka's Rest.,St.CharlesAve. School Fish-Swimming in a Sea of Excellence/Hale Boggs Bldg. Flip,Flop and Fry /Hale Boggs Bldg.,501 Magazine Finderella /Texaco Cntr. 400 Poydras (fish dressed like a waiter) / Cafe Du Monde, Decatur Also, the previously unnamed fish, #56 in Judy's lineup,has a name now - "Les Poissons Des Garcons"(didn't get more data). Old Fish-New Sighting: Red Fish Grill / now at Pan Am Bldg. 601 Poydras

Beverly Traub, (Minuet1000@aol)
- Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 18:59:17 (CDT)

De Construction Fish #61 I had to circle the block to verify this was a fish. It is located on Carondelet at St Joseph behind what is left of the Bradford Bldg Steve, the fish you seek may be in the 400 block of Julia. On the Barriere Const Co Bldg..

Mark, (mok@bellsouth.net)
- Saturday, July 08, 2000 at 12:39:01 (CDT)

where id the fish that de la salle made at?

joey cerone, (axis@yahoo.com or rocketkid2000@aol.com)
- Saturday, July 08, 2000 at 02:06:44 (CDT)

THE TREASURE CHEST CASINO IN KENNER HAS A FISH WITH "TREASURE" THE MERMAID RIDING ON IT'S BACK. LOVE YOUR WEB SITE!

VICKI, (VICKIFRAME@AOL.COM)
- Saturday, July 08, 2000 at 00:42:09 (CDT)

The most creative and different fish I've seen is a living fish planted with plants in front of the Metro Bistro on Magazine. Go soon, though -- I don't think they're taking care of it and it may die in the drought.

Les Colonello, (lcolonello@iopener.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 20:36:50 (CDT)

Have you seen the John Scott fish at the Stella Jones Art Gallery at Place St. Charles? Awesome!!

Theon Wilson, (Theonaw@aol.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 19:27:56 (CDT)

The fish hanging above K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen at 416 Chartres St. is hilarious ... a fish in a frying pan. Very clever!

Lena, (loharrist@yahoo.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 17:30:53 (CDT)

the best fish yet is priscilla queen of the quarter which is hung off the balcony of lafitte's in exile! too cute to be true.

leslie perrin, (perrin07@hotmail.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 14:46:43 (CDT)

There are about for fish inside Canal Place and 3 outside. The fish by Sax is a jewerly lovers dream. Great website!

Ronelle Collins, (ron1072@gateway.net)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 12:46:11 (CDT)

page 64 of Gambit Weekly dated 4 Jul 2K has a map of where the fish are located as well as site url www.festivaloffins.org. are there any fish that have been cut in half down the mouth to tail axis and both sides have been mounted (possibly facing each other and covered in some mirror like material?)

steve, (steveattaya@yahoo.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 10:54:42 (CDT)

There is a great "flying fish" at the Place St. Charles. The "sculpture" is located outside the building hanging from the ceiling. It is a great concept. (Very creative artist)

There are also two "great" fish at One Shell Square building (outside). One represents "law & Justice" and the other one represents the "environment and technology". These two fish and the "King Fish" inside the Energy Center reminded me of the "Chicago" cows which I visited last June. When you look at them, they "talk" they have a "motif" that you can identify. I hope that the remining fish are just not a "painted" fish but it will represent something.

Marla Donovan, (mailto:raymar05@gateway.net)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 09:10:49 (CDT)

In the Fairmont Hotel lobby there is a fish.

Tami Kessler, (tkessler@sfpa.org)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 08:35:31 (CDT)

There is a purple and gold Tiger Fish on the LSU Health Sciences Center campus, on the corner of Bolivar and Gravier streets. I don't see this one among your pictures.

Mary Marix, (mmarix@lsuhsc.edu)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 08:04:26 (CDT)

There's 4 on the first floor of the Intercontential Hotel by Pete's Pub Fly fish, blow fish, King fish? has a crown and mardi gras colors They also just put 4 by the LLE bld.wr

walt, (wjgalkowski@exchange.palic.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 07:56:14 (CDT)

Judy: There's a fish of "huey long - the Kingfish" inside the Energy Center by the bank; can't remember the bank name. It's great. Love the website.

mary torrens, (mtorrens@tdw.com)
- Friday, July 07, 2000 at 07:29:16 (CDT)

One harder to notice fish is the "Glass Bass" In the Hotel Intercontinental at St Charles & Poydras. To view the fish, enter the hotel and take the escalator to the 2nd floor. The fish is at the top of the stairs in the lobby there.

Judy, (jareyn@hotmail.com)
- Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at 10:40:51 (CDT)