I’m not sure why, but I have always had a fascination with doorways, open or closed, and I have taken pictures of hundreds of them in all sorts of interesting places. Part of my fascination with doors is probably the mystery. Like Forest Gump's box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get when you open one.

My favorite place for shooting doors and doorways in this country is the French Quarter in New Orleans (pronounced “Nawlins” for you northerners). I went to New Orleans to do some street photography during 2018 Mardi Gras and took the opportunity to wander about and shoot doors.

What makes the French Quarter doors special? 1. They are mostly right on the street, so they are very accessible. You don't have to trespass on someone's sidewalk to get up close and risk being maimed by the family Chihuahua. 2. They are unique and colorful, like the city. 3. They have character.

These are some of the ones I came across.

Some are less nice than others, but character counts.

Notice the water damage at the bottom. I suspect his came from the bit of flooding they had here after Hurricane Katrina. This was evident in several doors I shot.

I was impressed with the double padlock security system on a door that looks like it would fall apart with one good kick.

As opposed to the security system on this one.

You're heard of the faux "shabby chic" look? This is the real thing.

This shade of green is the predominant color for French Quarter doors.

This is the door leading to the famous Pat O'Brien's Bar.

And this is the door to the famous Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo.

Thanks for joining me on this little trek through one of my favorite places.