Prospect.4: The Lotus in Spite of the Swamp

Accompanying the international triennial Prospect New Orleans, this book features work by 73 artists and arts collectives illustrating transcultural connections through contemporary art. The fourth iteration Prospect.4: The Lotus in Spite of the Swamp, evokes New Orleanss natural environmentsurrounded by bayous, lakes and wetlands near the mouth of the Mississippi Riverand alludes to the citys unique cultural landscape as a creative force. By positioning itself in the city of New Orleans, the Prospect triennial aims to echo the citys history of cross-cultural fertilization. From Creole culture to jazz, in waves of migration and colonization, and as the American Souths largest port, New Orleans is truly a cultural and historic nexus. Prospect.4 relies on New Orleanss richly hybrid character to offer a diverse and exhilarating panoply of new and exciting art. Contributors include Trevor Schoonmaker, William Cordova, Miranda Lash, Omar Lopez-Chahoud, Wangechi Mutu, Filipa Oliveira, Ebony G. Patterson, Ylva Rouse, Ned Sublette, Zoe Whitley, with additional contributions from more than 40 local, national, and international curators and writers. See more