Barkus Parade 2023

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Written By Andrew Simoneaux

King Pete Sampras Gelderman with his entourage

The 30th anniversary of the Mystic Krewe of Barkus parade had lots of tails wagging. The parade members and their human companions gathered in Armstrong park and then paraded through the French Quarter on February 12th. French Quarter resident and photographer Andrew Simoneaux, who specializes in pet portraits captured the parade participants and canine spectators in all their glory.

- by Andrew Simoneaux

Billie Jean King Gelderman reigned as Queen and seemed unfazed by all the hoopla.

Grand Marshal Bea Broussard is an eight-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who is the daughter of Brian and Aimee Broussard of Baton Rouge.

This year’s theme? Top Dogs: Barkus Comes to the Rescue!"

Sheriff Susan Hutson with Sergeants Albie and Tiny

See more of photographer Andrew Simoneaux’s photography on his website. You’ll find more of his personality-packed pet portraits on @PetsofNola on Instagram and can cntact him at photo@andrewsimoneaux.com to schedule your pet’s portrait.

 
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Andrew Simoneaux

Andrew Simoneaux: Capturing special moments and telling visual stories is my passion. I thrive on variety and enjoy a wide range of photography projects from solo shoots to weddings. If you believe that the way I view the world through my lens fits your needs, I’d love to work with you. Although I’m based in New Orleans, I’m available for travel worldwide. You can find more work on my website, my Instagram and my Pets of NOLA Instagram.

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