Dirk Guidry

Dirk Guidry (b. 1987) is a visual artist based in Lafayette, Louisiana, specializing in large-scale abstract paintings, live event painting, abstract portraits, and murals.

Guidry actively engages with the art community through solo and group exhibitions across the southern region and beyond. While acclaimed for his captivating abstract works, he draws inspiration from the vibrant culture of the Acadiana community. This influence is evident in his distinctive portraits and immersive mural commissions, showcasing his fluid painting style.

Guidry’s work is housed in private collections throughout the United States, and he has been featured in prestigious publications such as ArtWork Archive, MarDeck, and Studio Visit. Notably, he has participated in The Other Art Fair Dallas presented by Saatchi, received funding support through the ArtSpark program, and served as the official Visual Artist for the esteemed Festival International de Louisiane.

He actively contributes to the growth of the arts in Louisiana, serving as a board member for the Louisiana State Arts Council. Guidry is also the Program Director and co-founder of BareWalls, an innovative art subscription service that offers businesses an affordable way to enhance their w...

2012 Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration Painting
University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA

Solo Exhibitions:

2021 Circulate:Paintings & Sculptures by Dirk Guidry, Hammond Regional Arts Center, Hammond, LA

2020 Circulate, Kelli Kaufman Studio & Gallery, Lafayette, LA

2019 Materialize – July ArtWalk, Gallery at Basin Arts, Lafayette, LA

2018 August ArtWalk, Gallery at Chase Towers, Lafayette, LA

July ArtWalk, The Omni Center, Lafayette, LA

2017 Fluidity – June ArtWalk, Gallery at Basin Arts, Lafayette, LA

2016 Art for All Seasons – Fall Show, Gallery at Darnall, Sikes, Gardes & Frederick, Lafayette, LA

2015 New Works - December Artwalk, Gallery Russo Downtown, Lafayette, LA

Bright Series - March ArtWalk, The Ballet Académie, Lafayette, LA

2014 September ArtWalk, Gallery at Chase Towers, Lafayette, LA

Paintings and Drawings - August ArtWalk, The Ballet Académie, Lafayette, LA

2013 June ArtWalk, Gallery at Chase Towers, Lafayette, LA

Within the Paint - February ArtWalk, The Ballet Académie, Lafayette, LA

Selected Groups/Exhibitions:

2023 36th September Competition - Alexandria Museum of Art, Alexandria, LA

2022 BARE Walls: A Group Exhibition - Gallery at Basin Arts, Lafayette, LA

2021 The Other Art Fair Dallas, Virtual Edition - Presented by S...