The South endures more wildfires per year than any other region, and Louisiana is not exempt from this trend. In 2023, Louisiana saw more than 1300 wildfires and an extreme period of summer drought.

As the Los Angeles area begins the formidable task of rebuilding after the most destructive wildfires in its history, the city's artists and art collectors are mourning what could amount to billions of dollars in irreplaceable art that went up in flames.