BOSSIER CITY, La. – Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana and the Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) have announced an open call to artists across Northwest Louisiana to create original works capturing the spirit of Mardi Gras and the casino’s upcoming one-year anniversary.

At least 10 artists from Region 7 parishes will be selected, each receiving a $1,000 purchase award. The chosen works will be displayed at the $270 million entertainment destination during the 2026 Mardi Gras season before being donated to SRAC’s Christmas in the Sky auction, which supports free public access to the arts across the region.

“It’s no secret that we have incredibly talented artists in Northwest Louisiana,” said Joshua Robinson, vice president of marketing at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. “We welcome an

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