Contemporary art curator Dan Cameron conceived of Prospect New Orleans during a visit to the Crescent City in early 2006, just months after Hurricane Katrina.
During a public meeting with the New Orleans artists’ community, he witnessed the collective frustration about the slow pace of rebuilding the city, and wanted to help.
In January 2007, Cameron founded a new nonprofit, U.S. Biennial, Inc., secured generous seed funding, enlisted the help of a volunteer board of directors, rented office space, and hired staff and consultants to assist him in realizing his vision.
[3] Prospect.2 was once again curated by David Cameron[4] and showcased the work of leading and emerging contemporary artists from around the globe.
Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas will be well-represented, with artists from over 20 nations participating including Sophie Calle, Nick Cave, Nicole Eisenman, An-My Lê as well as New Orleans artists Bruce Davenport Jr., Dawn DeDeaux, and Dan Tagu.