imbuing his work with an exuberant view of island life. His Marigot gallery is housed in a restored 19th-century Creole house.
and illustrated with Sir Roland Richardson’s paintings and Laura Richardson’s poetry. Local publisher The House of Neshi produces island books like Chez Yvette Cookbook and I See The Sun, an anthology of local poetry. Check out the fantastic mystery writer, Ed Arre, whose engaging work takes place on St. Maarten/St. Martin!
ART Art is a permanent reminder of St Maarten’s/ St. Martin’s beauty. In Oyster Pond, visit Les Exotiques, the studio of Provence native
Marie Moine, who uses the techniques of French master potters infused with inspiration from island life to create unique ceramics. In Grand Case, stop by Tropismes Gallery, featuring the work of local artists such as Paul Elliott Thuleau, Nathalie Lepine and Antoine Chapon. In Friar’s Bay, Ruby Bute, one of the island’s most famous artists, reproduces the life of St. Maarten/St. Martin in vibrant, original painting and prints. She is an honorable member of the House of Orange-Nassau. Known as the Father of Caribbean Impressionism, the work of Sir Roland Richardson is painted en plein air,
STYLE Island style takes influence from many global sources including the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and beyond. The Art Box Gallery, in Bobby’s Marina, features the designs of Zdenka Kiric. Using gold, silver, pearls and gems, she creates jewelry that is both easy to wear yet artistic. Another jeweler is Mali native Isabelle Souccar, who takes inspiration from her homeland to create one-of-a-kind works of wearable art using exotic materials. She is available by appointment at La Samanna, ZaZaa on Anguilla and Saba’s Jewel Cottage. The colorful straw and raffia with silk flower bags from Blooming Baskets by Lisa, in Puerto Cupecoy, work beautifully whether you are casually or dressy. If you want T-shirts that are stylish and atypical, check out two sources: The Cotton Club in Grand Case for custom logo T-shirts and clothing, and The Marigot Market, where you’ll discover locally designed and made jewelry, bags and clothing.
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