Across the Canal

Big Chief Demond Melancon is a New Orleans native needle and thread artist. Big Chief is well known for creating massive Suits as a Black Masker. His Suits are sculptural forms based on the size of his body which are composed of intricate, hand-sewn beadwork revealing a collective visual narrative. Over the last four years Big Chief Demond and Denim Tears have been collaborating on a collection that highlights Mardi Gras and the lively culture and story of New Orleans.