VISUAL ARTS BARBADOS
CELEBRATING
15 years of the Visual Arts Barbados free online magazine See 15 years of monthly issues here https://issuu.com/corriescott/
All information correct at time of publishing. Please phone or email relevant galleries to confirm dates of events as they may be subject to change.
Published by Corrie Scott corriescott@gmail.com
A completely free magazine created out of the need to inform so that we can get to exhibitions, artist talks, workshops and more, rather than hearing about events after they have taken place.
Cover art Julianne Gill
Welcome to Barbados Monthly Arts Events Magazine
Fifteen years of the publication
All issues
https://issuu.com/corriescott
This is a completely free magazine created out of the need to inform so that we can get to exhibitions, artist talks, workshops and more, rather than hearing about events after they have taken place.
I encourage anyone with a visual arts event to get in contact with me at corriescott@gmail.com and I will add a free page for your exhibition, classes, workshops, talks etc.
Let’s get the arts out there!
Please, pass this magazine on to others and so help the creative side of Barbados get all the exposure possible.
Corrie Scott Publisher
VISUAL ARTS BARBADOS
Celebrating 15 years of Monthly Publications
Covering the Visual Arts in Barbados
VISUAL ARTS EVENTS BARBADOS
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The Barbados Arts Events page was created to promote the Visual Arts Events in Barbados and artists whether exhibiting here in island or overseas.
The focus is on the events for the fine arts, encompassing art, photography, sculpture and installations, gallery receptions, exhibitions, talks, interviews, workshops, publications, studios, residencies.
I will also post visual art collaborations with writers, theatre, dance, videos, music and creatives but it has to encompass the visual arts/artists to be posted on this page.
I started this page because I felt that the visual arts were not getting much needed exposure to expose the talent in Barbados and around the world. I wish I could encompass all the creative arts as there is so much happening on this tiny wonderful island of ours but I am a one woman band doing this free. Over the years this page has become a support for all creative events in Barbados and I was happy for this but realised that it was diluting the fine arts section which it is meant to focus on.
I need to bring the focus back in these group pages to the visual arts.
Thank you for understanding.
Corrie Scott
KAC GALLERY “
After a short summer hiatus, the KAC Gallery of Fellow Artists returns to showcase our KAC GFA SOLO Artist for November, Julianne Gill.
Gill’s colorfully expressive works can run, and often balance, visually crisp and fluid intonations, full of literal and emotional levels, softly moody yet warm, celebratory and introspective.
The Julianne Gill SOLO Artist for exhibition starts today, November 1, and runs through November 30, 2025, and can be viewed at www.kacgfa.com/solo-artist-julianne -gill “ -Kerry Alaric Cheeseboro, KAC Gallery
CONJURING
December 3rd–17th, 2025 at Caribbean Brushtrokes Gallery, Pelican Village
Opening Night: Wednesday, December 3rd • 6:30pm - 8.30pm
December 3rd - December 17th
“To conjure is to summon what does not yet exist — to pull form out of feeling, vision out of memory, and meaning out of the unseen. It is the quiet magic of transforming raw material into something that moves, heals, challenges, or reveals. It is not just technique.
It is intention.
It is spirit.
It is art becoming alive.
“Conjuring” is an invitation into that alchemy — a space where imagination takes shape and the intangible becomes beautifully, powerfully real. Through this exhibition, viewers are asked to step closer, to look deeper, and to consider the ways creativity acts as a vessel for identity, memory, ancestry, and the human experience.
From December 3rd to 17th, Caribbean Brushstrokes will open its doors to an exhibition that explores the wonder, mystery, and emotional resonance held within the act of creation itself.
Prepare to witness art that conjures.
Art that breathes.
Art that meets you where you are — and carries you somewhere new. More details revealed soon...”
- Caribbean Brushstrokes
‘CONJURING’
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Ras Aykem-I Ramsay ✨Akyem-i Ramsay
December 3rd–17th, 2025 at Caribbean Brushtrokes Gallery
Opening Night: Wednesday, December 3rd • 6:30pm - 8.30pm
“When Ras Aykem steps into a space, the atmosphere shifts—because he doesn’t just paint… he conjures.
A graduate of Edna Manley in Jamaica and Universidad de las Artes in Cuba, Ras Aykem is recognized across the Caribbean as one of the region’s most powerful contemporary voices. A co-founder of De People’s Art Movement (De PAM), he has spent decades shaping the visual language of the Caribbean, weaving ancestral memory, mysticism, and raw cultural expression into every mark. His work is fearless, deeply symbolic, and spiritually charged—art as invocation, art as resistance, art as awakening. Ras Aykem’s canvases are not just viewed… they are experienced.
This December 3–17, witness his newest visions as he brings his distinctive magic into CONJURING—where creation becomes a ritual and every stroke carries the weight of story, spirit, and transformation.”
- Caribbean Brushstrokes
‘CONJURING’
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Shawn Peters ✨
December 3rd–17th, 2025 at Caribbean Brushtrokes Gallery
Opening Night: Wednesday, December 3rd • 6:30pm - 8.30pm
“Shawn Peters has been shaping the future of Caribbean art since childhood— guided first by Trinidadian artist Makemba Kunle and later by the legendary Leroy Clarke, who became his mentor and creative compass. His work blends intuition, spirituality, and a mastery of colour and form, creating pieces that feel like portals—abstract yet deeply human, rhythmic yet contemplative. Shawn’s exhibitions have become some of the most anticipated art events in Trinidad & Tobago, earning him national accolades and features such as “Top 20 Stories of Tomorrow”. His imagery even appears on Trinidad & Tobago’s postal stamps.
Now, Shawn brings his visionary world to Barbados, sharing works that merge modern design with ancestral echoes—transforming thought, memory, and emotion into living pieces of art.
Experience Shawn’s evocative practice this December 3–17 at CONJURING, where his pieces invite you to look deeper, feel deeper, and connect to something ancient and entirely new.”
Caribbean Brushstrokes
‘CONJURING’ an exhibition with artists Akyem-i Ramsay & Shawn Peters
Opening Night reception, Wed Dec 3rd, 6:300m – 8:30pm
At Caribbean Brushstrokes, Upstairs Building 1, Pelican Island
Kenwyn Crichlow Opening Remarks
“And we’re honoured to share that Kenwyn Crichlow, one of the Caribbean’s most respected artistic voices, will deliver our Opening Remarks.
When he speaks, the room listens — and the significance of this exhibition becomes unmistakable.
“To conjure is to practice a form of magic — an alchemy of bringing images to mind and making the intangible real.”
Crichlow captures the heart of "Conjuring" with this idea: that great art transforms raw material into something spiritually alive.
This joint exhibition by Ras Akyem-I and Shawn Peters is exactly that — a stirring dialogue in paint, energy, rhythm, and memory.
Works that pulse with presence. Works that honour the African diaspora in the Caribbean. Works that call us to reflect, feel, and connect deeply.
Come witness the alchemy. Come be part of the gathering.”
- Caribbean Brushstrokes
-Wife
https://risee.substack.com/p/asherah-wife-of-yahweh-maker-of-worlds
Fine art photographer Risée Chaderton Charles creates her imagery with her team.
Asherah -Wife of Yahweh, Maker of Worlds words by
Risée Chaderton-Charles
Rochelle Holder is one of my favourite faces. Sorry everyone, but it’s true — it just is. Rochelle is a chameleon. A wraith. A fae. A changeling. She can embody whatever brief she is given with just a shrug of her shoulder, a widening of her eyes, and a tilt of her head. She also has a broad grin that flashes out with ease as our crew does its usual silliness on set; so even though we work well and professionally together, we are always still having fun.
Two months ago, while in discussion about this Goddess series, my husband casually said, “you should do Asherah”; he’s been listening to an podcast hosted by a bible scholar, so this was on his mind. I had to go digging to see who Asherah was; unlike him, and much to my father’s eternal chagrin, my bible study is no longer current. I had already looked at Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Irish, Taino, and even Scandinavian mythology, but I had yet to turn my eye —and crew— toward myths that were more directly linked to the Christian culture within which I was raised. I did do a bit of a slow blink when I discovered who Asherah was in pre-Christian mythology. God had a wife? Why hadn’t anyone told me? How are we hiding the pre-Christian version of Hera so casually? Just like the Greek Hera, Asherah was considered the Queen of heaven, Queen of the sky, protector of women, goddess of fertility, the primordial being who, alongside her husband Yahweh plucked the universe, the planets, and life from the swirling soup of matter and darkness.
Rochelle will be the perfect canvas.
On shoot day, our flow dragged. We were all late to arrive, and — except for Rochelle — slow to move. Within the team, we all have kids, and half term holiday means that almost everyone is moving with theirs… and the oppressive heat and humidity isn’t helping anyone move faster.
The kids’ ages range from eight to fifteen, and the set bulges with young bodies. Still, once we get settled, the mood on-set is calm and soothing. Our artsy anxious introversion and maternal angst lie temporarily dormant. The youngest child has her nose deep in a book, the eldest is immersed in watching their mother transform Rochelle, and the child in the middle is flipping through the book “Goddess” again while quietly vibrating with excitement at seeing mythology come alive, once again, right in her backyard. The children are happy, and their mothers are buried in their work.
Mandy put the look together with her usual deftness and precision, chatting casually with Rochelle and the rest of the crew, and keeping everyone distracted and comfortable despite the sweltering heat. Soon, Rochelle has become the embodiment of a primordial being, ready to hold the stars, the moons, the planets, the dust, and the wisps of nebulas.
Allyson firmly declines to invade the bush today. The last time she was here — for our Irish Goddess Cethlenn— she wrangled a tree, and the tree wrangled right back. No-one is excited for the possibility of a second allergic reaction, so this time I take on the task of organising the backdrop. Some black gauze in the trees, to mute the afternoon light; some water on the skin, to add to the glow; and one solitary light, tilted downward from camera right.
Allyson the prop-master has instead has created a world in each bowl of water for our goddess to handle…
1. Allyson making props 2. The universe in mixing bowls 3. Rochelle on set
Asherah is alive. Soon, the world will come to life in her hands.
Photographer: Risée Chaderton-Charles
Makeup Artist: Mandy Hoyos
Stylist: Allyson Benn
Set Assist: Ace Bharath
Model: Rochelle Holder
PA: Ax Cummins
‘ANONYMOUS’ charity exhibition at Frame & Art Co Gallery.
The 11th Annual ‘ANONYMOUS’ Art Show for Charity.
Opening reception Friday, December 12th, 5.30pm-8pm at The Frame & Art Co Gallery, Canewood.
Anonymous Art Show for Charity 2025
Original paintings will be featured on 12"x12" canvases, sold anonymously. The artist remains a mystery until after the purchase. All paintings are $400.00 BBD
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Aunty Olga Memorial School Aid Programme by Variety - the Children’s Charity. The programme helps families in need by supplying school uniforms and basic school essentials. For more information, call 271 6509 or emailinfo@frameartco.com
CALL TO ARTISTS
✨CALL TO ARTISTS
for the annual ‘ANONYMOUS’ charity exhibition at Frame & Art Co Gallery.
Opening night reception will be Friday, December 12th.
✨Canvases are available for $16 each at The Frame & Art Co.
Each artist may submit up to four paintings.
✨Artwork due by Dec 8th
✨Click on the link for show guidelines: https://forms.gle/YXBt6nY7hthitiM38
This year supporting the Aunty Olga Memorial School Aid Programme
For more information call 271-6509 or emailinfo@frameartco.com
JOANNE REED exhibition
November 5th, 2025 - February 28th, 2026
At The Roundhouse, Bathsheba, St Joseph
‘THE SUBLIME LIGHT OF BATHSHEBA’
Joanne Reed – Artist’s statement
Living on the East coast of Barbados I am constantly drawn to the restless dialogue between sea, sky and land. My paintings emerge from this landscape, not as literal depictions but as meditations on mood, memory and atmosphere.
The Atlantic shapes everything here the air, the light, the coral rock formations, the temperament of the day, I paint to capture that fleeting sublime quality, moments when the familiar becomes mysterious where a storm or soft haze transforms the coastline into something vast and introspective.
My work is about the in between space, where beauty and wildness coexist ,and serenity and turbulence meet. Through layered color and shifting tone, I try to express the emotional undercurrent of the place and my reaction to it. The solitude, the power, and the quiet awe it inspires. It is deeply moving, an ever-shifting backdrop to the lives played out on the stage of a real-life drama. Living here is both grounding and humbling, and my paintings are a way of honoring the East coasts raw and unpolished truth, its moody grace and elemental soul.
Artists Alliance Barbados art exhibition
‘ALMOST OVER THE HILLReflections Of A Country In Middle Age’ at Exclusive Lighting, Manor Lodge, Green Hill
Monday Nov 25th - Friday January 2nd, 2026
✨HOURS BEFORE DEC 6th
Mon - Fri , 8am - 4.30pm. SAT 9am -4pm
✨FROM DEC 8th
Mon - Fri, 8am-6pm. Sat 9am - 6pm
Registration is open!
The NCF’s ‘Wear Your Art’ is back
✨Register today: Details and form in link here
https://ncf.bb/ncf-wearable-art-show-registration-2025/
KEY DATES for those
submitting
Tuesday December 9th – Delivery of Artwork to QPG
Wednesday December 10th – Installation of work
Thursday December 11th – Installation of work
Friday December 12th – Installation of work
Saturday December 13th – Opening of Exhibition
Saturday January 3rd – Closing of Exhibition
Monday January 5th – Return of unsold work
Tuesday January 6th – Return of unsold work
“Now in its third year, this event celebrates Barbadian creativity that you can actually wear. It’s a prime chance for Fine Craft Creatives to show and sell their work during the Christmas season. We welcome both signature statement pieces by artists and more commercial wearable art. In past years, we’ve seen clothing, shoes, hats, bags, accessories, and jewellery. Bring your vision and creativity, and shine under the spotlight.”
-National Cultural Foundation
The Carmichael Prize Exhibition ‘FAMILY’ at The Gallery of Caribbean Art, Speightstown Centre. November 20th, 2025 - December 11th, 2025.
Gallery Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 10am - 4pm Saturdays: 10am - 2pm Sponsored by CIBC Private Wealth Management & International Corporate Banking
Kemar Polius, Head of Country, Barbados
Paul Michael Jenkins, International Investment Advisor
Tel: (246) 419 0858
Email: artgallerycaribbean2@gmail.com website: www.artgallerycaribbean.com
Tracey Williams & The Love of Art Group presents ‘Creative Expressions’ at the Gallery of Caribbean Art, Speightstown.
Opening Reception 13th December, 3:30pm - 6:30pm 13th Dec. - 7th Jan, 2026 Gallery hours: Mon - Fri, 10am - 4pm. Sat 10am-2pm
ERIC BELGRAVE
CONTEMPORARY CARIBBEAN CONVERSATION
Delighted to introduce a new visual arts platform and website created by artist, curator Giselle Walker ( Elle Rene) that helps get the talent in Barbados out there.
Please, do have a look and support.
www.caribbeanconvos.com
“Contemporary Caribbean Conversations is a project built around ease of access to information and sustainability in the arts. Our goal is to create a platform that centres conversations on the current state of Contemporary Caribbean Art and provides a space to preserve visual art and art events for future generations.
As this is an ongoing project, everything may not be perfect right now, but we look forward to continuing to build this space alongside the community.”
- Giselle Walker ( Elle Rene Art)
Caribbean Brushstrokes Art Beat Marketplace — a celebration of small works with big heart and pure Caribbean soul.
Tuesday, November 11th to Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Caribbean Brushstrokes Art Gallery, Upstairs Building 1, Pelican Island, St.Michael
Photography courtesy of Sian Pampellonne and Heather-Dawn Scott
‘FREE INDEED’
art exhibition.
A Celebration of Freedom & Faith through Art at the Inspirational Fine Arts Gallery.
Sat Nov 14th - December 19th
Days and hours; Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Sat, 10am-2pm.
Inspirational Fine Arts Gallery. Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street
‘ARTiculate Views by Oro’ at O2 Beach Club. Sat Nov 1st.
Meet the artists who are collaborating with the chefs. Viewing of the artwork from 5.30pm. Dinner 7pm 5-course dinner menu paired with curated cocktails and selected wines.
Artists and chefs, plus a mixologist come together to create a 5-course dinner menu inspired by artistic expression, all paired with curated cocktails and selected wines.
CHEF-ARTIST PAIRINGS:
• Artist BRANDON BEST with Chef RYNALDO JOSEPH
• Artists SIAN PAMPELLONNE with Chefs JAMAL BLACKMAN and TANMOY KUSHARI
• Artist SHANE EASTMOND with Chef RICKEENA KIRTON
• Artist SOPHIE SKINNER with Chef RIA PITCAIRN
• Artists ANYA STEPHEN, TANEISHA SHEPHERD with Chef AKELIA MARSHALL
More details here
https://www.o2beachclubbarbados.com/savour-the-art-of-flavour
DECEMBER 6TH AND
DECEMBER 24TH
‘BAJAN ESSENCE: A
VIBRANT CELEBRATION OF BARBADIAN CULTURE’ exhibition. November 22nd - December 30th
Barbados Arts Council Gallery, Earthworks Complex, St Thomas.
A new artistic experience is set to energize the island this November as the Barbados Arts Council presents Bajan Essence, a dynamic exhibition that captures the rhythm, and unmistakable identity of Barbados.
Opening 22nd November 2025, this showcase features a compelling collection of paintings and photographs created by both emerging and established Barbadian artists. Bajan Essence celebrates the warmth, resilience, and creativity that define Barbadian life.
Audiences will encounter the island’s sensory richness, from the shimmering blues of the sea to the timeless charm of village life.
The exhibition statement expresses its spirit beautifully: “Bajan Essence is more than an art show; it’s a celebration of who we are as Bajans. ”
For more information, please contact: thebarbadosartscouncil@gmail.com
+1 (246) 426 4385
The Barbados Arts Council has moved to Earthworks, St Thomas.
Monday to Friday: 9am - 5pm. Saturday: 9am - 1pm BARBADOS ARTS COUNCIL
Earthworks Pottery Complex
Edgehill Heights 2, St. Thomas, Barbados
Tel: (246) 428 2126
Email: thebarbadosartscouncil@gmail.com
Facebook: Barbados Arts Council Official Page
Instagram: BarbadosArtsCouncil
www.thebarbadosartscouncil.com (Image courtesy of Sian Pampellonne )
Two new murals created during Carifesta XV Barbados.
By Visual Artists
Shannique Stewart and Parnel Robinson
BARBADOS PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The Barbados Photographic Society (BPS) is founded on an appreciation for and interest in photography.
Website
https://thebarbadosphotographicsociety.com
Email. thebarbadosphotographicsociety@gmail.com
Our Facebook Group is open to everyone with an interest in photography! You are welcome to join, share your thoughts on photography, post your work, follow the work of our members and participate in our discussions https://www.facebook.com/groups/Barbadosphoto/
Barbados Photographic Society’s ‘’BLACK & WHITE MOMENTS’
An exhibition of BPS members photography to be held at Caribbean Brushstrokes Gallery, February 2026
Want to join the Barbados Photographic Society and become a financial member which gives you access to the many field trips, workshops, exhibitions, events and tutorials?
Just put your phone on the QR code image here to scan and open the membership form or click on the URL
https://forms.gle/DXP8SEYHqx6AHyzd7
Do have a look at the website (recently updated) https://thebarbadosphotographicsociety.com
Facebook https://m.facebook.com/groups/Barbadosphoto/ Instagram (new) https://www.instagram.com/barbadosphotographicsociety
The Barbados Photographic Society online theme for December is ‘We Gatherin’. Please click on the hashtag #bpswegatherin to view images throughout the month submitted by members. ✨IMPORTANT! Important Legal & Ethical Guidance for Submissions below. Please read before posting. Thank you.
Definition – Gathering
A gathering refers to any assembly or meeting—public, social, festive, or organized for a specific purpose. This includes, but is not limited to, community activities, parties, picnics, family gatherings, informal social meet-ups (e.g., friends playing dominoes), demonstrations, and similar occasions.
Barbados Photographic Society theme this month is "We Gatherin' " #bpswegatherin .
✨Important Legal & Ethical Guidance for Submissions
As we explore this month’s theme, “We Gatherin’,” members are reminded of the Society’s responsibility to uphold privacy, consent, and ethical image-making standards.
To protect both photographers and the Society, the following conditions apply:
1. Images taken at private events must not be submitted unless the photographer has explicit permission to photograph and publicly share those images.
2. Photographs from private functions where consent has not been granted are not eligible for submission, publication, or display.
Members may freely submit images captured at public events, or at private events where they are the host or have formal authorization to photograph and distribute images.
When photographing individuals—especially minors—members should follow best practices for consent and privacy.
This policy ensures that all submissions for “We Gatherin’” respect legal requirements, uphold ethical standards, and protect the rights and interests of our members and the public.
Issued by:
Bradley Benskin President
The Barbados Photographic Society’s online theme for the month of November was ‘My Heroes’ to see images as they are posted throughout the month just click on the hashtag ’#bpsmyheroes BPS Facebook page https://m.facebook.com/groups/Barbadosphoto/
“As we celebrate Barbados’ 59th Anniversary of Independence, and the installation of our new Head of State. I would like to acknowledge and commend the outstanding work of our accredited photography team.
Their professionalism, dedication, and high standard of conduct throughout today’s Independence Day events — including the historic inauguration of our second President, The Most Honourable Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic — were truly exemplary.
The team represented the Barbados Photographic Society with distinction, capturing this important national milestone with skill and pride. Their contribution not only supported the success of today’s events but also reflected the values and excellence we stand for as a Society.
Please join me in congratulating them for a job exceptionally well done.
Bradley Benskin President Barbados Photographic Society
“The Barbados Photographic Society (BPS) proudly hosted the Fourth Annual Caribbean Photo Walk –Barbados Safari Edition on Sunday, October 26, 2025, welcoming 28 participants for a morning of photography, exploration, and camaraderie.
Full feature with images in BPS website link https://thebarbadosphotographicsociety.com/2025/11/04/the-barbados-photographic-society-hosts-succ essful-2025-caribbean-photo-walk
“The Caribbean Photo Walk is hosted in partnership with the Jamaica Photography Society and the Trinidad and Tobago Photographic Society, with each territory hosting a similar event on the same day, connecting photographers across the Caribbean in a shared commitment to visual storytelling, culture, and community. This year, BPS participants also expressed solidarity with the Jamaica Photography Society, who were unable to join due to the passage of Hurricane Melissa, highlighting the strong regional bonds among Caribbean photographers.”
- Bradley Benskin
Barbados Photographic Society’s ‘Pet Photography’ 2 day Workshop with Nicole Phillips.
Full feature with images in BPS website link https://thebarbadosphotographicsociety.com/2025/11/ 03/bps-pet-photography-workshop/
“When Cheryl (McCollin-Walker) first contacted me to teach a class on Pet Photography earlier this year, I must admit that my initial thought was, “This is a daunting task.” After all, what could I possibly share with a group of very skilled photographers on a subject that I consider to be somewhat niche in Barbados? Plus, did time even permit me to do this topic BPS justice? However, I’m never one to shy away from this kind of challenge, so I told her that I’d give it some thought.
I began reading, researching, and reflecting on my own experiences to produce a rough outline of what my talk could look like. This was easier than I imagined, and within the space of a week, an initial PowerPoint presentation was ready. However, I thought this class needed something extra… an outdoor component. Sounds easy enough, right? The second step was getting some actual pets for the class to try putting these tips into practice. It’s important to remember that not everyone likes dogs or working with them. So I needed to look for some calm dogs (and some calm pet parents, too!).”
- Nicole Phillips
Team Barbados Competes in the 2026 World Photographic Cup
Team Barbados Competes in the 2026 World Photographic Cup
The Barbados Photographic Society (BPS) is proud to announce that it has officially been invited to participate in the 2026 edition of the World Photographic Cup (WPC), the prestigious international "Olympics of Photography.“
This historic invitation marks a major milestone for photography in Barbados, giving local photographers the opportunity to showcase their work on the global stage. The competition awards medals to outstanding individual images while recognizing the national team with the highest combined score.
Team Barbados - Representing the Island
The national team representing Barbados at the WPC 2026 is made up of photographers from across the island who are members of the Barbados Photographic Society and practice photography across all genres on a semi-professional or professional basis:
• Team Captain: Bradley Benskin, President of the BPS
• Team Members: Antonio Cheltenham, Charles McClean, David Garner, Nicole Phillips, Jennifer Gonsalves, Hugh Walker, Niaz Dokrat, Himal Reece, Alex Greenidge, Michael Evans, Kurk Rouse
• Team Judge: Giselle Walker
President Bradley Benskin said:
"We are honoured to represent Barbados at this prestigious international competition. With the judging process currently underway, we are looking forward to the awards ceremony in Reykjavik, Iceland. It will be a valuable opportunity for our photographers to have their work celebrated on a global stage and for Barbados to gain international recognition for its creative talent."
Artists Studio Tour Barbados 2026
February 21st & 22nd
ASTB Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558425062514
This year we have 36 artists residing in 16 studios all across the island
“Across these two days, artists from all over the island will be opening their studios to the public—offering a rare chance to step inside their creative spaces, see works in progress, and connect directly with the makers behind the art.
Stay tuned as we reveal this year’s participating artists and locations. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss this inspiring journey across Barbados!”
www.artistsstudiotoursbarbados.com
‘Barbados With Love’ Arts and Crafts at Limegrove in Holetown
Locally made crafts, jewellery, photography, sculpture and more at the ‘Barbados With Love’ Gift Shop (upstairs) at Limegrove.
Curated by Vanita Commissiong (Photography by Helen Helen)
SUSAN MAINS
ASHER MAINS
Bridgetown
Thurs - Sat, 10am4.30pm
Piece of Barbados Gallery now open at Artsplash Gallery and Cafe in Hastings.
Monday to Saturday 7am to 3pm Sunday 7am to 2pm
November 15th - December 15th 2025
Monday
9am
5pm.
‘Under the Sun Art Festival’ is back at Haymans Market
We're looking for visual artists, sculptors, potters, photographers & woodworkers to showcase their work!
January 17–18 at Haymans Market!
Sign up now using the link below!
https://forms.gle/TMTVMXPiX7ypp2ws9
ARTS DIRECTORY BARBADOS
How It Happened
I have, for so many years, wanted to create a free online reference book where anyone, in any part of the world, may access the creative people in Barbados. I could not do this on my own and Kathy Yearwood heard of my idea, offered to partner with me and I happily agreed.
What started out in March as a small book of what I thought might be a maximum of one hundred and fifty pages turned into a tome of over three hundred pages. A mixture of excitement and fear at what we had taken on. And here we are in December 2011 with a book showing off the talents in Barbados. So exciting.
The eight month adventure began. Finding artists, photographing them and their work. From March 2011 to October 2011 Kathy and I collated the artwork, the bios and statements and travelled around the island garnering images and information.
Large collections of artwork in homes. Convincing people who thought they were too old and forgotten and watching them smile as their work was photographed and having them talk about themselves so that we could create a bio for them. Literally slipping down the hills of clay at Chalky Mount to see an original kiln and spend the day with the potters. Temple Yard with the Rastafarian community where they are blessed with talent, especially carving, and then coming away with gifts of pineapples and avocados. Photographing in the rain with an umbrella in one hand and a camera in the other to get the right angles. Going to openings and craft shows and talking to many. Coming to my home, going to Kathy’s, and going wherever was needed. Meeting the different personalities in so many locations as I photographed many of them for their portrait photo for the book. Remembering some who have left us. A labour of love, learning and fun.
The thank you part as I could not have done this on my own. Norma Springer who encouraged me to “take the book and run with it”. Kathy Yearwood who offered to partner with me collating and to create the book for artists in Barbados. Alison Chapman-Andrews for helping Kathy and I proof read. Amazing how much you miss no matter how many times we went over it. Sue Bain for offering her professional opinion and suggestions as a copy editor. Peter Boos for all the encouragement. Laura Lin Hutchinson for her introduction. Finally, the most important people, the creative souls who put their trust in Kathy and I to show them off to their best. I hope we have done this.
Corrie Dec 7th 2011
ARTS DIRECTORY BARBADOS
First Published 2011
Link to free online arts directory here
https://issuu.com/corriescott/docs/art_directory_barbados_dec_2011
Featuring artists with an image of their work, their bio/artist’s statement and contact information.
With the convenience of links on individual pages to email addresses and websites.
Art, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, Installations, Pottery, Craft work, Jewellery and more.
All images are copyrighted and may not be reproduced, published or sold without permission of each individual artist
ARTS DIRECTORY BARBADOS
©CORRIE SCOTT & KATHLEEN YEARWOOD, 2011: ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Books: Barbados Bu'n-Bu'n - Nyam JamaicaCulinaria: The Caribbean e-books: Shake Dat Cocktail, Cocktails & Hors d'Oeuvres, Barbados Bu'n-Bu'n (4 vol), Nyam Jamaica (2 vol) (see website)
Gourmand World Cookbook Awards: Barbados Bu'n-Bu'n: Best Cookbook of the Year, Best Self-Published Book, Best Historical Recipes, Best Cookbook Design for Barbados (2014) 'Best Self-Published Book In The World' (2015) Nyam Jamaica: 'Best Design In The World' (20082009) - honoured 2015 at Frankfurt Book Fair for the 20 years of Gourmand World Cookbook Award - Best of the Best Design In The World (2015)
Caribbean Tourism Award (2009)
Barbados Bu'n-Bu'n This amazing book by Rosemary Parkinson is on island. Two hard cover coffee table books, with a sleeve that encloses both, 656 pages and 1400 plus photos filled with history, tradition, culture, stories and recipes from Barbados.
www.rosemary-parkinson.com
www.facebook.com/BarbadosCulinaryJourney
Barbados Bu'n-Bu'n, a collector's item, has won 4 awards for Barbados –Best Photography, Best Design, Best Historical Recipes, Best Self-published Book –then against 5 of the best books in the world WON Best Self-Published Book In The World and honoured at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2015 with Best of the Best In The World by the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2015.
Frangipani Gallery at Hayman’s Market has reopened after 6 weeks of closure for construction. Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm. Closed on Mondays.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057400931375
“According to Travel + Leisure, The Rockley "reads like a love letter to Barbados.
Located on the island's South Coast, it features thoughtful Caribbean design, and artwork commissioned especially for the property from local artists.
Read the full article: https://loom.ly/oRApsxY
Jeena Chatrani Antilles Gallery.
https://m.facebook.com/AntilleanGalleryofArt/
“Hi! Welcome To Antillean Gallery of Art!
My name is Jeena Chatrani and I recently started Antillean Gallery with the intention of promoting and selling art from Caribbean artists online.
I'm an artist myself and I've found that the art scene in Barbados could greatly benefit from some online presence. For the last 6 years I've been a full time artist and have had to learn a lot about the business behind selling art. It's not easy to make it as an artist but it is so fulfilling.
With Antillean Gallery of Art I hope to help raise the standard of art and artists in Barbados, and eventually across the Caribbean.”
-Jeena Chatrani
The artists of Antillean Gallery of Art online gallery:
Catherine Forter Chee a Tow, Cathy Cummins, Chris Richards, Dana Sikkens, Jeena Chatrani, Julia Seymour, Julianne Gill, Lorna Wilson, Mario Holder, Maurice Forde, Sian Pampellonne, Tracey Williams, Trevor Desilvia Curator Jeena Chatrani
Helping the young talent where we can.
This pandemic has created financial difficulties for so many in the arts and they lose any chance to make a career of art.
I just received a donation of art supplies being kindly given by artist Jeena Chatrani, curator of Antillean Gallery of Art online gallery. Thank you Jeena.
These will go to a very talented 17 year old to help her keep drawing and painting.
Would you consider looking around your painting/studio space and see if there are any art supplies that you may not want or need and help the future talents of Barbados.
Either give directly to artists whom you feel may need the help or contact me via private message here and drop off the arts supplies and I will happily disburse them to those in need.
Please be aware of the dignity and pride of those receiving.
Please don’t add their names here. Private message me.
Allow them to decide if they want their names added to art supplies being given to them.
Thank you
Corrie
Art supplies kindly donated to go to a young aspiring artist in need. Thank you Heidi Berger.
Helping the young talent where we can.
This pandemic has created financial difficulties for so many in the arts and they lose any chance to make a career of art.
Would you consider looking around your painting/studio space and see if there are any art supplies that you may not want or need and help the future talents of Barbados.
Either give directly to artists whom you feel may need the help or contact me via private message here and drop off the arts supplies and I will happily disburse them to those in need.
Please be aware of the dignity and pride of those receiving. Please don’t add their names here. Private message me. Allow them to decide if they want their names added to art supplies being given to them.
Do you consider what you use and discard of regularly?
What are you doing on a daily basis to minimize your consumption of single-use plastics?
Earthworks Pottery. Mon - Fri, 9am -5pm Sat 9am-1pm
Pages that add arts events, talks, lectures, workshops, opening receptions, exhibitions, shows and more on a regular/daily basis.
Barbados Visual Arts Page (updated daily)
On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/175529135827747/ On Instagram @visualartsbarbadosevents
Museum Facebook Page. Ask to be on their email listing.
https://www.facebook.com/barbadosmuseum/
Barbados Photographic Society
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Barbadosphoto/
Gine On Magazine
https://www.facebook.com/gineonmagazine/
What's On In Barbados
https://www.facebook.com/WhatsOnInBarbados/
Errol Barrow Centre page
https://www.facebook.com/ErrolBarrowCentre
Theatre Eyes
https://www.facebook.com/groups/354529934596080/
NCF page
https://www.facebook.com/BarbadosNCF/ and
https://www.facebook.com/Barbados.Crop.Over.Festival/
“Unleash your creativity at EarthWorks Pottery.
Visit their studio in Edgehill, St. Thomas, and witness the magic of master potters and painters at work.
From hands-on classes with the talented Pauline D'Hayle to exploring the latest designs, every visit is a unique experience. Create memories, master the art of pottery, and take home your very own masterpiece!“
- Ins & Outs Barbados
Want to paint with Plein Air Barbados arts group? Send them a message to find out when their next outdoor session will be. Please click on this Plein Air Barbados link to send them a message. https://m.facebook.co m/Bajanartists/
Created by Lilias Gardner
Specialising in art supplies for the professional to student level. Offering a wide range of products
OILS ACRYLICS WATERCOLOURS
Golden Paints and mediums, Gamblin, Cotman, Liquitex, Reeves, Galeria, Sargent. Plus a wide range of drawing and colouring equipment. Prisma, Derwent, Reeves, Sargent, Charcoal and Pastels.
Easels, Canvases, Watercolour paper, Drawing and Pastel paper.
Screen printing and lino block printing supplies.Fabric paint and dyes. Waxes, pottery tools, stencils and more.
Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5pm Saturday 8.30am – 3pm. Sunday Closed. Telephone/Fax (246) 436 2950
James Fort Building, Hincks Street, Bridgetown
arthub.barbados@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ArtHubBarbados
QUEEN’S PARK GALLERY
Our Mission
To fuel the development of culture through training, research and the creation of opportunities in cultural industries.
The Role of the NCF
The NCF’s two major roles are: developmental and commercial. In its developmental role, the Foundation uses culture as a tool for national development fostering and supporting the various art forms and new cultural products. In its commercial role, the Foundation is responsible for the promotion, production and hosting of cultural festivals and associated events that are considered economically viable or socially acceptable. A key part of this function now includes the responsibility for the staging and execution of major governmental and national events. In addition, as culture becomes more pivotal to national and international policy, the National Cultural Foundation continues to re-assess its responsibilities in light of all its functions.
FUNCTIONS
of the NCF are:
To stimulate and facilitate the development of culture generally
To develop, maintain and manage theatres and other cultural facilities and equipment provided by Government
To organize cultural festivals
Assist persons interested in developing cultural expression.
OBJECTIVES of the NCF are:
To provide opportunities for Barbadian artists/artistes to showcase their talents with the end result being an increased demand for local work
To educate Barbadians concerning their heritage
To offer Barbadians and visitors alike a high quality product that informs, educates and entertains
To equip our cultural workforce with technological skills and training to excel in their particular art forms
To strengthen the local cultural product and in the process increase profits to the shareholders
To create high quality products that will be competitive on the local, regional and international markets
To maximize the role of the cultural sector in the tourism industry
Deebles Point Art Gallery & Cafe. Featuring artists Frank Cossey, Trudi Johnson, Hilary Armstrong, Clermont Mapp, Nancy Cole-O'Geest, Keisha Hinds, Joshua Simpson, Claire EvansonCeppi, Keren Evanson.
Industry Hall. East Point, St Philip. Tel 423 7943
ICIL PHILLIPS’
Theatre Eyes
Very up to date on both local theatre and overseas happenings. Link here https://www.facebook.com/groups/354529934596080/964541386928262/
“Somewhere, amid the darkness, a painter measures a blank canvas, a poet tests a line aloud, a songwriter brings a melody into tune. Art inspires, provokes thought, reflects beauty and pain. I seek it out even more in these times. And in so doing, I find hope in the human spirit.”
Dan Rather
Purple Palm is a local business supplying homes and businesses with the highest quality Print and Mirror furnishings. Using the artwork of many local artists in Barbados and the Caribbean plus work from around the world.
We have been supplying to the hotel and villa industry for ten years, including prestigious clients such as Sandy Lane, Coral Reef, The Crane Beach Resort, Sugar Cane Club and Sandridge among others. We have also supplied numerous private villas, and work closely with local interior designers.
Being directly affiliated with a 40,000 sq ft framing factory our prices are very competitive.
Appointments to view our gallery at Rockley Resort can be made through Paul Hoad or Karen McGuire.
246-2332173 paulhoad@caribsurf.com
To boldly and brilliantly pursue the adventure in everything artistic and to be a vital and uncommon cultural force in Barbados. www.artsetcbarbados.com
GINE ON MAGAZINE·Gine On?! is the online magazine brainchild of cultural practitioners DJ Simmons & Empress Zingha published every other Thursday on GineOn.com. The husband and wife duo developed the digital publication with artists, entrepreneurs, and all the persons who support them in mind. Too many times do we hear; “Where else does events like this happen?” “Where can I hear live music?” “Anything else going on other than fetes?” “I didn't even know that was happening”. This online, access anytime hub is here; so YOU can find your next favourite time!
We broadcast bare Bajan culture to thousands of users to any device connected to the world through the web portal GineOn.com. Link with us for original video content highlighting various art personalities, new music, videos, blogs, podcasts, I mean a couple clicks opens a wealth of entertainment. We build an engaging experience for hundreds of our supporters on social media connecting the world to know wuh gine on with arts and culture right here at home. See you somewhere sometime soon...
Sign up to our mailing list to make sure you always in de know at: GineOnMagazine@gmail.com
Hosting or performing at a live entertainment event, or doing any activity progressing performing arts in the island? Forward us an email (GineOnMagazine@gmail.com) with more information so we can help push it for you. Let's help and support each other in the arts! Come and hear wuh Gine On!
https://www.facebook.com/gineonmagazine/ www.Gineon.com
Along with a constantly updated cool callendar of events, the site is basically set up in the categories Art, Crumbs & Rums, Follow Fashion, Community.
Under Arts we tell the stories of powerful cultural influencers through video Features. Highlight strong up and coming talent in Artist Peeps. Digest the experiences of stalwarts in the industry in Craftsmen Of Our Men. We link you directly to Bajans producing quality content all over the web through the page New Brand. And coming soon you will be able to attend online workshops and masterclasses in Arts Training.
Bajans love to eat and drink and through Crumbs & Rums we take you into the lives of our local farmers and vendors in Bridgetown Market. Share homegrown recipes and food & beverage blogs in Eat Bajan. Explore the diner things around here in Eating Out In Bim and link up with those street stalls who save our bellies in On De Side. Nuff content coming to fill these pages just now!
Culture is only as strong its Community. Connect with some of the most engaging Bajans through our Features. See and hear the experience patrons and performers had at events under So How It Was. Discover new places to lime and truly treasure Barbados in Part You Carring Me.
We are so fussy to announce Gine On TV. A variety of video specials with a Bajan flair. Be uniquely entertained by some of your favourite local personalities. Real Reactions, Ask Me Anything and Top Ten Talk already in production, with more right around the corner.
You know Bajans know how to take care of ourselves and in Follow Fashion Features we direct you to some the local designers in the industry. Get tips and tricks in trends, hair and body care through Looking Like A Bajan and receive online masterclasses in hair and make up through Fashion Training. This page will be filled with vibrant content very soon so make sure you subscribe for the updates. Of course our official Gine On merchandise is also available. Hats and mugs; with fitted tees and tote bags coming soon!
This site is building an archive documenting Barbadian culture to connect our passions and creativity. Make sure you hit that link to receive notifications when we post something good. Any questions, suggestions, queries or just want to send some love; contact us at gineonmagazine@gmail.com Enjoy your space to be a Bajan online and make sure you check regularly because we will be pushing out consistent content for you to enjoy. Join our social media community over at @gineonmagazine on Instagram and Facebook. Love all de time. See you somewhere sometime soon
FRAMING YOUR ART
FINE ART FRAMING LTD,
Pelican Industrial Park, Bridgetown, Barbados - (246) 426-5325
FAST FRAME FACTORY, Dayrell’s Road, St Michael (246) 426 9994 shaka@fastframefactory.biZ
FRAMING STUDIO
At the Best of Barbados Head Office, Welches Plantation, H’way 2A 573 6904
THE FRAME & ART COMPANY
Millhouse, Canewood • St. Michael, BB 11005 • Phone (246) 271-6509 • Cell (246) 266-9432
ART SUPPLIES
THE ART HUB
James Fort Building, Hincks Street, Bridgetown, St. Michael. Tel: 436-2950Monday - Saturday
8.30am - 5.00pm (Easy access to parking by the old Heliport Pad)
LAURIE DASH, Bay Street, Bridgetown.
