FEBRUARY 2026 Visual Arts Magazine Barbados by Corrie Scott

FEBRUARY 2026

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 Hugh Walker

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

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/groups/175529135827747

Instagram.

@visualartsbarbadosevents

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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

Feature for the exhibition ‘Conjuring’ by Ras Akyem-I Ramsay and Shawn Peters held recently at Caribbean Brushstrokes Gallery is now live.

Link to full feature with photos, audio recordings, transcripts and more here

https://www.caribbeanconvos.com/2026/01/12/conjuring-ras-akyem-i-ramsay-and-sh awn-peters/

“The exhibition is an aspirational gathering – a space to connect with the incredible wonder of the African diaspora in the Caribbean and, through it, the deepest parts of ourselves and communities. We are called to witness their offerings, which give expressive, full-bodied form to our dreams, memories, philosophical concepts and psychological states.”

- Kenwyn Crichlow

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/

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’s online theme for the month of January 2026

‘MY FAVOURITE COLOURS’ to see images as they are posted throughout the month just click on the hashtag

BPS Facebook page https://m.facebook.com/groups/Barbadosphoto/

Workshop ‘Amazing Surfaces’ with Golden Artist Educator Alumni

Tracey Williams on Saturday 14th March 10 AM - 2 PM

‘AMAZING SURFACES’ with Tracey Williams in association with THE ART HUB will be giving a workshop in applications and techniques.

Discover the difference between:

• pastes and gels

• molding pastes

• crackle paste

• hard and coarse molding

• soft gel gloss

• extra heavy gloss

• glass bead gels

• heavy gel matte

$150.00 BDS

INCLUSIVE OF REFRESHMENTS

All participants will receive a discount on supplies.

Limited Spaces - Book Now!

Saturday 14th March 10 AM - 2 PM

#5 Grove Terrace, Sweet Vale, St George Tel 231-6847

arthub.barbados@gmail.com

Congratulations Jaryd Niles- Morris Barbados Today News. Link https://bit.ly/4qtVhqw

“Next June, Barbadian artist Jaryd Niles Morris will travel to one of the most remote frontiers in the world – the Arctic Circle – as part of an international artist residency requiring participants to create work that is Arctic-focused and globally relevant.

At the centre of the Arctic work is the creation of a new cultural character: a modern figure rooted in Caribbean values, environmental consciousness and collective responsibility. Rather than relying on policy alone, the character is meant to embed awareness into culture.

“There are things that we hold dear, like our beaches and our environment. So the idea is to create a character that will encapsulate these ideas of activism, the ocean, and bring it to the forefront as part of our culture,” he explains. “The idea is to introduce conservation within your everyday life.”

Continue reading the full article here: https://bit.ly/4qtVhqw

‘BAJAN

& FRIENDS’

An Exhibition of Photographic Images of Barbados. A Collaboration of Barbadian and UK Photographers At The Queen’s Park Gallery, Bridgetown.

Opening reception was Jan 10th, 6pm-8pm Exhibition EXTENDED to Sat Feb 21st Days and Hours. Mon - Sat, 10am-6pm

Featuring

DAVID YEARWOOD HUGH WALKER

RASHEED BOODHOO JON RANGER PAUL GREENWOOD

ERIC BELGRAVE

ARTIST STUDIO TOURS Barbados 2026 ‘SNEAK

Friday 30th January, 6рm-8pm At The Argentine Embassy, Hastings, Christ Church

Exhibition February 2nd - 12th

Viewing by Appointment. Call Lois 233 0517

Website

https://www.artistsstudiotoursbarbados.com/

Facebook

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https://www.artistsstudiotoursbarbados.com/brochure-2025

https://www.artistsstudiotoursbarbados.com/studio-tour-map

When are the Tours?

The 2026 artist studio tours take place on February 21 & 22nd

Is there a cost to attend?

Artist Studio Tours Barbados is FREE and self-guided.

Where are the Tours?

The tours will be held throughout Barbados….visit artists in many parishes.

What is an artist open studio tour?

A studio tour is a place where someone makes art, – it can be a room, garage, shed/workshop, barn or other type of space –clean or messy, funky or classic. Some artists will be creating art when you visit and others combine studio spaces to share their artwork with the public. This is an opportunity to experience a variety of art from painting to jewellery, from woodwork to pottery. There is no cost to attend the tour and no tickets are required. It is not necessary to make an appointment. Participating studios are open from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

How does a self-guided tour work?

It’s simple, get a free map from our website or our brochure, visit the artist studios and enjoy these unique creative spaces. You can download a copy of the map from the website. Brochures include brief artist info, addresses, and accessibility. Brochures will be available in September.

How should I plan my tour?

The names and addresses of studios are available on our website after September 1, 2025 as well as on the map available on our website for download. You can also pick up a brochure at tourist information or other businesses in Barbados.

We encourage you to plan your route to ensure you will have time to visit all of the artists you would like to visit.

Each studio will have an Artist Studio Tours Barbados sign on display outside of their studio.

Participating artists have paid for the opportunity to share their art with you. You will find interesting and unique works of art in the studios. Many artists will have original artwork available for purchase during the event – if you see something you like be sure to ask. This may also be an opportunity to commission a work as a gift or for your own enjoyment.

ARTISTS STUDIO TOURS BARBADOS 2026.

WHERE TO GET BROCHURES

21–22 February. 9AM – 5PM. Free & open to the public

Brochures with a clear map of all participating studios. Images of artworks by some of our featured artists. Studio locations to help you plan your route with ease available at:

– CARIBBEAN BRUSHSTROKES

Pelican Village, St. Micheal

– THE QUEENS PARK GALLERY

Queens Park , Bridgetown, St.Micheal

– ART HUB

3 Hincks St. Bridgetown, St.Micheal

– FRANGIPANI GALLERY

Haymans Market, Bakers, St. Peter

—

ARTSPLASH

CAFE & ART GALLERY

Hastings, Christ Church

Collect a brochure, follow the map, and immerse yourself in the art, stories, and creative spaces of Barbados. Your journey through Barbados’ creative landscape starts here. Our FREE Artists Studio Tours Barbados 2026 brochures are now available and they’re your essential guide for the weekend. Inside you’ll find: Every participating artist has brochures available, so you can pick one up as you explore—or grab one ahead of time and start mapping out your trip.

www.Carlacreativearts.com

instagram.com/carlaphoto20

facebook.com/carla.hinds1

(246) 828-2791

I am an artist, art educator and passionate photographer. I was born in Berlin, Germany. I studied Fine Arts/Photography at the University of Art in Leipzig and worked as a freelance photographer and as a photo-editor for a daily newspaper in Berlin, Germany. About 30 years ago, I made beautiful Barbados my home, and have worked as the art teacher of the Codrington School, the International School of Barbados, for the last 19 years. I have also run many art workshops and art-and-craft camps for children, and have created large 3-dimensional artworks on plywood for children to be used in occupational therapy. In the late 90ies until 2000, I ran a small art gallery and art-and-craftshop in Baystreet. I am the author of Picture Science, Using Digital Photography to Teach Young Children (Redleaf Press, 2007, USA). In 2013 I received the ECIS Award for the Promotion of International Education. I am an active participant and member of the Barbados Photographic Society. Now retired, I have the time to focus on my own creative endeavors and to actively follow my life-long interest in Fine Art Photography and Painting. I especially love Black-and-White Photography, but I also love to draw and to paint with watercolours or acrylics on canvas. I love to explore the endless opportunities of mixing and combining different media, including the use of objects. I am also very interested in Intuitive Painting and strongly believe in the healing powers of art.

LAURA MADDISON

www.lauramaddison.com

instagram.com/lauramaddisondesigns

facebook.com/lmhjewellery

(246) 235-7492

Laura Maddison is a trained jeweller and silversmith who began her career designing collections for leading brands in the UK and Australia. While this gave her a strong commercial grounding and insight into production at scale, she soon gravitated towards a slower, more intentional way of making — creating meaningful pieces for individuals who value craftsmanship and connection.

Now based in Barbados, Laura works by hand using traditional metalsmithing techniques and tools she often designs herself. Her pieces range from fine silver and gold jewellery to larger-scale functional art: chandeliers, ornamental downspouts, sculptural wall hooks and bespoke barware, all crafted with care using sustainable methods.

Laura draws inspiration from the island’s botanical life, both on land and in the ocean. Her work celebrates the curves, movement and texture of natural forms to create designs that feel light, alive and full of character.

JOY-ANN CARTER

www.cahlong.com

instagram.com/cahlongbarbados

facebook.com/cahlong.accessories

(246) 232-7372

With an unwavering passion for all things creative for most of her life along with a sharp eye for exquisite design, Joy-Ann Carter has been quickly building her name in the area of high-end wooden handbags and jewellery made from various species of wood grown in her home island of Barbados. Joy-Ann is the founder and visionary behind the CAHLONG brand, a luxury accessories brand that melds artistry with sophistication to create wooden statement piece handbags and jewellery that have already become collectors’ items.

Joy-Ann also transforms locally grown Barbadian wood into stunning chandeliers and light fixtures that are as functional as they are artistic. With a creative eye and meticulous attention to detail, she infuses each piece with movement and character, blending artistic energy with practical design to create truly unique lighting.

Joy-Ann’s talents extend beyond accessories and lighting into sculpting expressive wooden forms and carving beautifully functional utensils. Working with various locally grown woods, Joy-Ann pays close attention to the unique grains and striations within the wood, bringing each creation to life— whether a graceful sculpture, hand-carved spoon or statement servingware. Her meticulous approach ensures that every item tells its own story in wood, celebrating both its artistic beauty and timeless functionality.

KRAIG YEARWOOD

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Kraig Yearwood is a Barbadian multidisciplinary artist and designer. He studied Graphic Design at the Barbados Community College (BCC) and now makes drawings, painting, digital prints and sculptures and is the owner/designer of the accessories label Stuff. Yearwood has had six solo shows and has participated in group exhibitions both locally and internationally. He says his approach to making is partially intuitive. He is also influenced by minimalist sensibilities, using structure and order, alongside symbolism and gesture to evoke a sense of precariousness, vulnerability and meditative poetry in his works.

NAYNA LAD

www.nayna-arts.weebly.com

instagram.com/lad.nayna

facebook.com/NaynaArtsCreative

+44 7886 027173

I am a creative person who is passionate about all forms of art, from which I draw great pleasure and inspiration. My work has evolved through experimentation and the exploration of colour, texture, and pattern. I am always on a journey of discovery, seeking to connect these elements in my paintings. I often work from my imagination, which allows me the freedom to express myself without having a specific outcome in mind or being restricted to a particular style. I love to interpret themes such as nature, animals, and portraits in my unique way, exploring different methods to convey feelings and emotions.

ADRIANA SEYMOUR

Adriana Seymour, originally from Romania, moved to Barbados 9 years ago. I started discovering how to work with all different types of upcycle paper.I did research on how to transform the paper into items that can be worn or used in everyday life. I enjoy creating handbags, jewelry, baskets, Christmas decorations and home decor out of paper. I incorporate acrylic paint and varnish to make all the items water resistant.

@Adriana123Seymour

ASHLEIGH WILLIAMS

artworkarchive.com/profile/ashleigh-williams instagram.com/ashdwilliamsart (246) 234-6170

Ashleigh Williams is a Barbadian fine artist and illustrator, whose mixed-media pieces are composed of ink, watercolour and gouache. She acquired her degree in visual arts from the Barbados Community College.

Her delicate cross-hatching draws inspiration from the illustrations in the books of her childhood. Her portraits of women in nature express vulnerability, strength and emotional depth through the exploration of storytelling.

Ashleigh continues to inform her practice by advancing her knowledge and skill of pen-and-ink techniques while also diving into how ink has been used throughout history and across many cultures. As she refines her smaller works, she is also pushing the limits of her medium and narration by incorporating larger scales with added complexity.

MARIA STANFORD

instagram.com/mariastanfordartist

facebook.com/mariastanfordartist

(246) 254 0111

Born and raised in Barbados, I have been keen on art from my days at The Christ Church Foundation School. I then pursued Fine Arts at The Barbados Community College; after that, I studied Interior Design at the International Fine Arts College in Miami, Florida. In 2014/15, a deep interest in visual arts began to blossom and then flourish when I attended the National Cultural Foundation’s En Plein Air Workshops which were tutored by Barbadian master artists, resulting in my debut show in 2016.

My love of outdoor painting serves as a vehicle to propel my artistic interest and enthusiasm for the visual arts. Visiting various landscapes throughout the island from River Bay in St Lucy in the north to Nelson Street in the city capital of Bridgetown even to East Point Lighthouse has allowed me to come into my own expressionistic style. My portfolio contains aerial views, seascapes, wildflower super-blooms, turtles, and a “Bodega Series” of still lifes that depict ingredients for favourite recipes.

Awards: Design South Magazine. BIMEX Best in Home Show. BIMEX Best in Use of Products (Home Show). NIFCA Bronze 2017. NIFCA Silver and Bronze 2024

Shows: Artists Studio Tours 2020–2024; Barbados Arts Council; The Crane Art Gallery; Drift Ocean Lounge; Round House; BIBA Charity Group Show; Argentine Embassy; Andromeda Gardens; Artsplash; Caribbean Gallery of Art; Senses Marche and more.

MICHELLE GREAVES

instagram.com/Michellesclaygallery

facebook.com/share/1AfQNdr8RB/ (246) 232-8712

My name is Michelle Greaves, and I’m married with two children. I worked in the banking profession for 24 years until November 2006, before becoming a fulltime homemaker and enjoying the therapeutic release I receive from my pottery passion.

My interest in pottery first started in April 2002, when I received a gift of pottery classes from my sister Kelley. Under the watchful eye of Gloria Chung at the Barbados Community College, I was encouraged to release whatever hidden talent I may have. It is so satisfying to be a part of the process which takes a ball of raw clay and turns it into a work of art, or even a functional piece. Much of my inspiration comes from nature. I am intrigued by contrasts, either in textures or colours. I pour much of my personality into my work, so when you buy a piece from Michelle’s Clay Gallery, you have a part of me.

I have showcased my work locally at the Museum’s Craft Fair, Holders’ Season, Cariba Restaurant in St. James, the Barbados Horticultural Society Flower Show (silver medal awarded in 2012), BMEX, the Repeat Visitor Receptions held at Ilaro Court, Bridgetown Market, Holetown Festival, Limegrove Craft Fairs, ATSB 2020, 2024 and 2025, the Crop-Over Visual Arts Exhibition, Carifesta 2017 and regionally at Carifesta 2013 held in Suriname.

CATHARINE CUMMINS

www.designerscoast.com

instagram.com/cathycoast

facebook.com/cathy.coast

(246) 256-3434

Catharine Cummins is a Barbadian born in Jamaica. For a while she was self employed as a printed textile designer for the US swimwear market.

Having spent those years being constrained to a strict design format she shrugged off that title and got busy painting anything she wanted to including a snowcone cart, a surfboard, 2 lifesized fiberglass cows, 2 mini-buses and a portrait of a garden in France. Recently she got obsessed with collecting vintage ceramic shards that she finds in the very dirt of Barbados while walking in St Joseph and in the Garrison area over the past 17 years. She took these broken bits of the past and created brand new artwork that’s also already 300 years old.

GAIL RILEY

instagram.com/touchedbyfirebarbados

(246) 832-2622

Gail Riley has been making ceramics since 2018. She hand builds her work using the coiling and pinching techniques, occasionally using found objects as moulds. She works with local clays, primarily earthenware, foraging for lesser-known native clays and other materials to include in her work.

Gail’s work explores the innate qualities of clay, including the possibilities offered by its plasticity. The incorporation of foraged materials into some of the clays creates highly textured clay bodies and surfaces, some rich with the warm colours of fired mudstones and ochres. Some work is partially glazed, juxtaposing a glassy glazed surface with a raw, textured clay body. Slip, a mixture of clay and water, is applied to some pieces, either as a liquid or as a thick cream.

Her work is a celebration of clay in its many forms.

ADRIAN BURNETT

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(246) 830-9169

Adrian Burnett is a multidisciplinary artist whose work is deeply rooted in environmental consciousness, the transformative power of upcycling, and the complexity of human experience. Passionate about texture, form, and pattern, he creates bold mixed-media pieces using found and repurposed materials—breathing new life into the discarded and overlooked. His work reflects a deep reverence for nature, often drawing from organic textures, weathered surfaces, and natural decay to explore the ongoing dialogue between humanity and the environment.

Beyond the environmental, Adrian’s art also delves into the duality of life and the human condition, engaging with themes of gender, anatomy, and identity. Through abstract and symbolic representation, he examines the biological and emotional dimensions of both the female and male forms, exploring the contrasts, connections, and fluidities between them. His pieces become layered narratives—simultaneously raw and refined—that honour both the physical and metaphysical aspects of being. With a keen eye for overlooked detail and a love for the tactile, Adrian’s work challenges viewers to see the world—and themselves—with fresh curiosity and depth.

INGRID KNAPP

instagram.com/underwatersciartist

1 (808) 393-3813 / (246) 426-297

I am a marine biologist, ceramicist, and environmental artist whose work blends scientific insight with creative expression. I earned my PhD in marine biology from Victoria University of Wellington, researching sponge ecology at the remote Palmyra Atoll. After completing my doctorate, I moved to Hawai‘i for a postdoctoral fellowship focused on coral restoration and reef ecology. It was there, eight years ago, that I first discovered ceramics—a practice that has since become a vital part of my life. I am a hand-builder who primarily enjoys sculpting, often inspired by the intricate forms, textures, and rhythms of the ocean—especially overlooked creatures often seen as less beautiful. I like all my pieces to spark joy, whether conveying a message or simply celebrating beauty. Now based in Barbados, I explore the meeting point between art and science, creating work that invites curiosity, fosters appreciation, and encourages care for our oceans.

JAMILAABENA HAYNES

www.jamilaabena.com

instagram.com/jamila_abena

(246) 838-0049

Trained as an architect, Jamila discovered a passion for pottery amidst the daily rhythm of office life. Working primarily with terracotta and mixed clays, her hand-built forms celebrate the tactile and visual contrasts of unglazed ceramic surfaces. She approaches ceramics as a meditative, intuitive collaboration with clay; one that honours beauty in imperfection, materiality, and soulful expression. Her work features visible seams, layers, and asymmetries that reflect her multi-passionate journey, integrating her roles as architect, artist, and creative entrepreneur. Through each piece, she explores stillness, mindfulness, quiet transformation, and personal narrative. Clay becomes a metaphor for her layered identity: shaping not only vessels, but a life as a work of art.

STEPHEN SCOTT

(264) 267-7642

Stephen started carving in Barbados as a teenager. Despite being self-taught, he was soon winning awards for his work in mahogany at the National Cultural Foundation’s Crop Over Visual Arts exhibition and their annual NIFCA festival.

After moving to London in 2001, he trained at Camberwell College of Arts and went on to study historic wood carving at the City & Guilds of London Art School.

Stephen has had a varied career, combining his studio work with teaching. As a tutor he has run classes at London’s Good Life Centre and on the Greek island of Lefkas for Woodcarvers Greece. Today he offers one-to-one tuition at his Christ Church workshop. Beginners are welcome!

Most of Stephen’s work is carved from Barbados mahogany and from English oak and lime. He still has a few pieces that show the characteristic swirly grain of olive wood, mementos of time spent in Greece. Today he is also experimenting with less traditional woods like that of the local neem tree.

ALICIA SCOTT

www.Wildtamarind.com

instagram.com/wildtamarindpottery

(246) 838 2099

Alicia Scott is a ceramic artist, born and based in Barbados. Her primary making techniques include pinch, slab and coil hand-building, which she has been exploring for the past 20 years. In recent years, she has been developing her wheel-throwing skill using both western and eastern methods. She has been teaching private pottery classes from her studio as “Wild Tamarind Inc.” since 2022.

Alicia’s design inspiration is drawn first and foremost from her deep love and respect for her home ocean and its inhabitants. She is an avid freediver and scuba diver, and has been a coral reef restoration volunteer since 2020, working primarily with Acropora species. Her artwork investigates her feelings and experiences in the underwater world, with a goal of underscoring the need for its preservation for future generations.

Her current project, “Ceramic Seas,” in partnership with Marine Biologist and artist, Dr. Ingrid Knapp, intends to raise local and regional awareness of ocean conservation topics, as well as support reef health using their combined learning and skillsets in the relevant subjects.

Alicia’s formal ceramic training includes the Ceramic Art elective at the CAPE level (Queen’s College, Barbados) and a Ceramic Development learning residency at the Forest Row School of Ceramics in East Sussex. She has also received tutelage from the Denmark-based Tortus School, South Korean master ceramicist Kwak Kyung Tae, and Barbados’ own Ronaldo Wiltshire.

JAN KEVAN MARCELLO

(246) 836-2574

Although always a lover of the arts, I am a relative newcomer, and came to creating art later in life, starting with life drawing and then graduating to acrylic, watercolour and different forms of mixed media. My joy is in the creative process, I love experimenting with different materials, colours and textures. I am never disappointed, even with failures, believing that you learn more by mistakes and it also increases the joy when you finally produce a successful piece of artwork. My inspiration comes from fellow humans, the beauty of our surroundings especially the colour and shape of flowers, and architectural form. I have exhibited and sold paintings locally and in my second home, Barbados, and attend regular art sessions and workshops in both Countries.

JULIE-ANNE KING

(246) 428-8250 (H) / +1 (154) 946-4379

Julie always had a keen interest in Art from the age of four. Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, Canada with Barbadian heritage, she coloured her world creatively with different forms of Art through high school, college and university — Art still remains a constant creative fuel. Her vocation, destiny, intrigue, and inspiration is drawn from abstract to photographic styles and views of paintings. Her niche is painting with acrylics / mixed medium, specializing in expressing naturalistic landscapes featuring Barbadian and Canadian themes.

In 2017 a new form of creativity merged — creating glass bottle design. Taking recycled bottles and converting them into creative art, she found it therapeutic doing various kinds of bottles. Her inspiration drew from observing shapes, sizes and styles of bottles. New and innovative ideas were constantly evolving in her mind.

From the artist’s perspective — painting & glass bottle design — she wants the viewers of her art to imagine escaping into nature’s landscapes through her eyes. With glass bottle design, a unique artistic perspective, she creates truly eye-catching bottles. Her inspiration continues to come from observing shapes, sizes and styles of bottles; new ideas constantly evolve in her mind.

RUSSELL PADMORE

www.Elementlbarbados.com

instagram.com/ElementLbarbados

facebook.com/ElementLbarbados

(246) 231-8668

Russell Padmore is a Bajan musician, DIY-er, and visual artist. Upon meeting his wife-to-be Lauren, he joined in on her passion for jewelry design and they started a jewelry and home stylings brand (Element L Barbados). Russell added fine art as the third element to the brand “to beautify spaces as jewelry beautifies the body.”

Russell looks to combine elements of island life with modern minimalism, with an emphasis on texture — the coarseness of beach sand, the wrinkle of linen, the rigidity of coral.

He steps outside the usual paint-and-canvas approach by adding structural media such as wood, fabric, clay and plaster, creating pieces that are both painting and sculpture.

Russell has been creating fine art for personal collection, sale and by commission since the pandemic. He has showcased selections at several establishments, as recently as late 2023 at Roundhouse Barbados.

ONEKA SMALL instagram.com/Smalloneka

facebook.com/OnekaSmall

(246) 822-3694

I am a multimedia, multidisciplinary artist and curator. I capture. I paint. I draw. I write. I create installations. I put things together. I use the materials at my disposal to convey my ideas, thoughts and responses to events that move me. Experiencing and sharing these experiences are tantamount for the development of humanity and it cements our interdependence. A lot of my work focuses on emotions and feelings, the unseen. It is the exchange of energy that governs the interaction of all beings, with others and the environment. Very important to my practice is the exploration of the ideas of love and respect.

www.artbyannahowell.com

instagram.com/artbyannahowell

(246) 851-1902

I paint predominantly in acrylics from my home studio in Holetown. Much of my current work is inspired by the vibrant natural world around me but often with some artistic licence!

I have been commissioned to provide art for private homes and my work has been shown at art exhibitions in the UK and in various galleries in Barbados, selling to art enthusiasts from all over the world. I produce original paintings and also sell my art printed onto both greetings cards and practical yet beautiful products for the home.

HEIDI BERGER

www.heidiberger.com/

www.instagram.com/heidimbergerart

www.facebook.com/heidibergerart2

246 259 8828

I am a self-taught artist with a passion for material experimentation. My work centres around mixed media and collage—where magpie bits and pieces, each with their own history, form a new narrative. My recent love is combining this with wax, both encaustic and oil with cold wax medium (CWM).

TAYMAR REID

(246) 230-6259

My name is Taymar Reid. I live in Prior Park, St. James, Barbados, and I bring more than 12 years of artistic experience to my work in acrylic and charcoal studies. My art is a reflection of a life richly lived — layered, textured, and deeply expressive. Drawing inspiration from nature and the complexity of human emotion, my pieces blend bold acrylics with the organic quality of charcoal to create work that is both visually striking and emotionally resonant.

I began my artistic journey later in life, proving that passion and creativity know no age. My work was exhibited for the first time this year at the Hayman’s Art Festival, and I am now stepping into the public art arena with a growing portfolio and a passion for connecting with new audiences. I am actively seeking opportunities to exhibit my work and engage with the broader creative community.

Whether working on large-scale canvas or intimate studies, I continue to explore new dimensions in my artistic journey, pushing boundaries while staying grounded in my authentic voice as an artist.

KAY MORGAN

Kay Morgan

instagram.com/kaym22018

(246) 231-2423

My love of art was originally kindled by my grandmother, Jenny, who was herself an artist. She encouraged my parents to send me to oil painting lessons even before I understood the meaning of the word creative. I discovered that I truly enjoyed painting, and art began to play an important role in my life. After my secondary education in Barbados I spent 3 years studying Graphic Art in Canada. A career in graphics followed. Then a few years later the fine artist which had only been muffled resurfaced when I joined Indrani Whittingham and The Newcomers Art Group. I have experimented with almost every medium and my work leans strongly towards realism. I enjoy creating images that portray how the strong sunlight and shadows of the tropics interplay and interact with the bright colours of the island.

SANDY PENFOLD

www.paintingsbysandy.com

instagram.com/paintingsbysandypenfold

facebook.com/Sandypenfold

(246) 259-1336

In 2008 Sandy returned home to Barbados after living and working in the UK for 40 years. In retirement she at last had time to pursue her love of art, which she had studied to A level at school. She joined Indrani Whittingham’s Newcomers Art Group where she began painting in acrylic. She also studied with Vanita Comissiong, who helped her explore new approaches to her work.

Sandy draws her inspiration from the vibrant colours and dramatic light of the Caribbean. Her subjects focus on local culture, landscapes, seascapes and tropical vegetation. She has sold paintings at the On The Wall Art galleries at Lime Grove and Champers and through commissions. This is her first time joining the Artists Studio Tours, and she hopes it won’t be the last.

LOIS CRAWFORD

instagram.com/artistloiscrawford1

(246) 233-0517

I am a self-taught Visual Artist working in mixed media with a passion for art & craft, painting, illustrations, accessory design (Sun Craft Designs on Facebook), interior decorating and furniture building. In addition, I am involved in many artist exhibitions and aspects of cultural development. I also up until a year ago, was the Curator at ArtSplash Gallery.

instagram.com/michellegaildurant_art facebook.com/MichelleGailBourne-Durant

(246) 253-0034

A Bajan born artist, I worked in advertising for 22 years where my days were spent mainly editing and proofreading the many magazines, booklets and advertisement produced, or assisting a photographer on photoshoots.

Although growing up I never thought of art as a career option, there were a few moments in my younger life that hinted I might one day be where I am today. As a child, I enjoyed art and at age seven, won a NIFCA award for a collage I produced while attending the St Gabriel’s School. Later on, while at Foundation school, a reproduction of my art was selected to create a large collage which was displayed in the school auditorium for a few years. Continuing my education as an AFS exchange student in Wisconsin, I studied commercial art during the year and helped backstage on set design for the school’s theatre production. That, however, ended my adventures in art for the next 31 years.

In 2015, with my two ‘artsy’ children finally old enough to fend for themselves, and lots of art supplies lying around my home, I decided to try my hand at painting and discovered a new love for it. Art, to me, is a means of relaxation and stress relief. I like to immerse myself in painting for hours, freeing my mind of everything but what is in front of me.

When not painting, I like to be outdoors, hiking on the east coast of the island, therefore much of my art is focused on this landscape.

Other than painting and hiking I also enjoy writing and, so far, have published one novel.

JULIA SEYMOUR www.juliaseymour.art

(246) 826-3012

JULIA SEYMOUR whose art has been very much influenced by the vivid tropical colours of Barbados. She draws inspiration from the local landscape, traditional buildings and the life we see around us. She uses a colourful palette in various mediums. This year she has sourced special papers with inclusions and has acquired handmade papers to work pen drawings with coloured inks and integrated them using a wax resist method which allows a more subtle finish.

A member of the Barbados Arts Council, she exhibits her work in local galleries and her work can be found in private collections in Barbados, Canada, USA, Germany, France and the UK.

www.craftworxdesigns.com

instagram.com/craftworxdesignsbarbados

facebook.com/craftworxdesignsbarbados

(246) 231-5359

Stephenson (Steve) Carter, a former engineer, transitioned his precision and problem-solving skills into fine woodworking, making it his full-time pursuit in 2013 with the founding of Craftworx Designs. Passionate about showcasing the rich variety of woods grown in Barbados—beyond the well-known Barbados Mahogany—he crafts unique hand turned pens, sculptures, jewelry boxes, charcuterie boards, bowls, and other functional art pieces. Often blending multiple wood types in a single creation, Steve reveals the natural beauty of their grain and how they harmonize together. Committed to sustainability, he works exclusively with locally sourced woods and never uses stains, allowing the natural striations and tones to shine through. His work not only produces striking, one-of-a-kind designs but also fosters a deeper appreciation for the diverse hardwoods grown in Barbados.

Having seen many local woods being discarded, Steve recognized their overlooked beauty and, as an artist, set out to transform these lesser-known Barbadian grown species into true works of art. Through his creations, he has continually educated others on the unique grain, colour, and character of each wood species he uses, often surprising those who only associate Barbados with Mahogany. Over time, Steve has expanded his repertoire, enjoying the process of woodturning on the lathe to produce functional bowls, vases, platters, and other beautiful sculptural and utilitarian pieces.

TRICIA DE FREITAS

(246) 827-0925

www.facebook.com/DreamersRockCreations

www.instagram.com/dreamersrockcreations/

Tricia has been creative from the time she could hold a crayon. From her first official art classes in oil painting with Indrani in the 80’s, to an art-stuffed college schedule in Florida.

Anything that keeps the creative spark going… she gets lost in it.

Her most recent focus of works range from fine arts using predominantly charcoal, acrylic, pastels and collage to furniture art, mobiles and 3D assemblage pieces with the prime focus on reuse and upcycling of items destined for landfills.

Expressing her soul and need to create on canvas or otherwise, in whichever way it chooses to be.

JULIE-ANNE KING

(246) 428-8250 (H) / +1 (154) 946-4379

instagram.com/mariastanfordartist

facebook.com/mariastanfordartist

(246) 254-0111

Awards: Design South Magazine. BIMEX Best in Home Show. BIMEX Best in Use of Products (Home Show). NIFCA Bronze 2017. NIFCA Silver and Bronze 2024

LORNA B WILSON

www.lornabwilsonart.com

instagram.com/lornabwillart

facebook.com/LornaWilson’sArt (246) 234-3129

Lorna Wilson is an award-winning Barbadian artist celebrated for her vibrant acrylic paintings that capture the essence of Caribbean life. Her work often features vivid depictions of fish, sea life, and fisherfolk, rendered through expressive techniques such as palette knife, poured paint, and collage. Since launching her art career in 2010 with a successful charity exhibition, Wilson has exhibited both locally and internationally. Beyond the canvas, she is deeply committed to community outreach, using art as a tool to inspire and empower disadvantaged children across Barbados. Her work is proudly displayed in galleries and public venues throughout the island.

JENNIFER GAIL HUNT

instagram.com/jgailhunt

facebook.com/JenniferHunt

(246) 243-4444

Born in Trinidad, Jennifer grew up in Barbados from the age of seven, where she eventually married and raised five daughters.

In the 1990s, with her children now grown, she attended art classes with prominent artist Indrani Whittington, and her art flourished. Aside from continuing to paint alone, and with art groups, she also found herself surrounded by art on a daily basis while working at an art gallery for about 5 years.

Although Jennifer has worked with oil paints, she much prefers acrylics and mixed media and has continued to paint as a hobby-artist for many years amassing a collection that she will now, at 80 years old, be sharing publicly for the first time.

SUZANNE DAVIS

instagram.com/ArtBySuzanneDavis

facebook.com/suzannedavis5473

(246) 253-4601

Suzanne Davis was born in Barbados in December 1958.

She met the great Artist Indrani Wittingham at a Rotary function at the Gallery of Caribbean Art. Indrani suggested to her to join her art classes and really enjoyed being trained by Indrani for several years, until Indrani moved to Canada. She painted in oils at that time.

She has done several workshops with the Canadian and Barbados artist Heidi Berger, who exposed her to acrylic painting which she loved and changed her method of painting to acrylic at that time.

She then joined the popular “Love of Art Paint Group” which is tutored by Barbadian Artist Tracey Williams who is an amazing artist and tutor.

Suzanne, over the years, has changed from Oils to Acrylics and poured paints. She loves to paint all forms of nature abstractly. Especially flowers, animals, dancers, under the ocean scenes and family paintings.

She uses high flow and mixed media methods to create very vibrant coloured paintings.

LINDSEY WHELAN

www.lindseywhelan.com

instagram.com/lindseywhelandesigns

(246) 263-6487

Lindsey creates abstract sculptures and simple contemporary furniture from local wood. Having lived on the island with his family since 2010, his work reflects a deep connection to its landscape and materials.

He works primarily with local woods such as mahogany, tamarind and mango, and prioritises environmentally conscious finishes like oils and shellac. He mills and dries the wood in-house to ensure the highest quality and minimal environmental impact.

Lindsey believes in elevating ordinary objects into extraordinary pieces through thoughtful design, ensuring each unique project resonates with its own narrative.

PRINCESS BILINDA JOHNSON

instagram.com/splashofcolourbypbj

facebook.com/Artbyartistsofbarbados

(246) 826-2293

I started painting after I moved from England to Barbados. I love all mediums so I mostly mix them all together. I am not interested in spending time recreating my surroundings which are already perfectly visual. I like to create from whatever pops into my head; I do weirdly tend to paint a lot of dead people — to keep my memory of them alive, people that have brought me joy through their own artistic abilities. I have no theme to my art, I just go with whatever makes me smile. My studio is my happy place — come visit.

Boats, Goats & Dancing Ladies: A Caribbean Cacophony

26/01/2026

written by Barbados Today Updated by Shanna Moore

Artist Susan Mains exhibition ‘Boats, Goats & Dancing’ at the Gallery of Caribbean Art ‘Ladies: A Caribbean Cacophony’. Barbados Today News . Updated by Shanna Moore 26/01/2026 https://barbadostoday.bb/2026/01/26/boats-goats-dancing-ladies-a-caribbean-cacophony/ Exhibition ends Feb 5th. 10am-4pm. Free entrance. www.artgallerycaribbean.com (246) 419-0858

“The Gallery of Caribbean Art proudly presents Boats, Goats & Dancing Ladies: A Caribbean Cacophony, a solo exhibition by Grenadian artist Susan Mains, marking her continued engagement with the gallery, where she has exhibited regularly since 2003.

In this exuberant body of work, Mains paints the Caribbean as a living, breathing symphony. Boats skim turquoise waters, goats wander sunlit hillsides, and dancing women swirl through saturated fields of colour. The sound of the sail flapping in the breeze, the bleat of a goat, (or sheep) and the beat of a drum add wonderfully to the cacophany. Everyday island scenes are transformed into vibrant expressions of rhythm, movement, and communal life, rendered with a confident, expressive brush and an unmistakable sense of joy. “ In this time of world tension, art can give a respite, a moment away to remember the good things all around us” Mains explains.

Beyond her studio practice, Susan Mains has played a significant role in shaping and promoting Caribbean art on the regional and international stage. She was deeply involved in Carifesta in Barbados in August, championing Grenadian artists and helping to bring the nation’s contemporary art into wider Caribbean dialogue. Her commitment to cultural advocacy extends globally through her role as Commissioner of the Grenada Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, a position she has held for the ninth time, leading Grenada’s presence at one of the world’s most prestigious art events.

Boats, Goats & Dancing Ladies: A Caribbean Cacophony celebrates both the painterly vitality of Mains’ work and her longstanding dedication to Caribbean cultural exchange — an invitation to experience the islands through colour, memory, and movement. In Grenada, you can find her work at the Susan Mains Gallery at Spiceland Mall, or Art House 473 in Calliste.

“Boats, Goats and Dancing Ladies: A Caribbean Cacophony" by

Susan Mains with Asher Mains

at the Gallery of Caribbean Arts, Speightstown.

The exhibition ends Thursday, February 5th

‘Our first show of the year is officially open! �� Yesterday, Sunday, 11th of January, we kicked off the New Year with the opening of "Boats, Goats and Dancing Ladies: A Caribbean Cacophony" by @susanmains and @ashermains. Through their art, Susan and Asher deftly demonstrated a vision of chaotic Caribbean harmony that dazzled and wowed guests, whether it was through blazingly vibrant landscapes and women dancing in a whirl of energetic elegance, or the softly haunting melancholy of abandoned fishing nets and the quiet moments repairing them in between voyages.

A big thank you to all who came out and supported the exhibition, @fivehive246 for catering the event with their delicious nibbles, and to Susan and Asher for putting together such a wonderful show.

The exhibition will run till Thursday, 5th of February, 2026. We invite you to come on down and experience the Caribbean Cacophony! �� “

-Gallery of Caribbean Art

‘Contemporary Male Artist’ at the Gallery of Caribbean Art. February 8th - 27th

Opening reception Sunday, 8th of February, 3.30pm - 5.30pm

“We cordially invite you to the launch of our newest exhibition, "Contemporary Male Artist".

Opening sun Feb 8th, 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM,

Ahmad Rasheed Boodhoo, Clairmonte Mapp, Denzil Mann, Dr. Adrian Richards, Everick Lynton, Glenroy Jordan, Mario Holder, Neville Legall Virgil Broodhagen

Gallery of Caribbean Art

Tel: (246) 419-0858

Email: artgallerycaribbean2@gmail.com website: www.artgallerycaribbean.com

‘BIM: THE BEAUTIFUL’.

An exhibition at Caribbean Brushtrokes Gallery. Building 1, Pelican Island, Bridgetown.

Jan 21 - Feb 14th

Featuring

Alicia Alleyne

Natalie Atkins-Hinds

Daniel Chrichlow

Henry Fraser

Wayne Hinds

Juliana Inniss

Neville Legall

Everick Lynton

Michael McChlery

Jaryd Niles- Morris

Sheri AnńMarié Nicholls

Terrence "Rupert" Piggott

Julia Seymour

Safia Stoute

Laura Ward

Nicholas Ward

Ronald Williams

“A celebration of our island—told through the eyes, hands, and hearts of Caribbean artists. This powerful group exhibition at Caribbean Brushstrokes invites you to experience BIM as artists see it: our seas, our spirit, our stories, and our shared sense of place. Each work is a tribute to Barbados—its beauty, rhythm, memory, and movement—captured through bold expression and thoughtful craft. It’s a show that speaks to art lovers and collectors who value connection, culture, and work that honours where we come from.”

- Caribbean Brushstrokes

Call to support the arts with gallery Nation News. January 25, 2026

By: Natanga Smith

https://nationnews.com/2026/01/25/call-to-support-the-arts-with-gallery

Veteran historian, artist and cultural advocate Sir Henry Fraser has once again issued a public call for the establishment of a national art gallery, using the opening of BIM The Beautiful as a platform to highlight what he described as a long-standing national failure to support the visual arts.

Sir Henry delivered the lead address at the opening of the exhibition, hosted at Caribbean Brushstrokes Art Gallery and curated by gallery founder Rae Skinner. The show features works by 17 artists, bringing together perspectives.

In opening remarks, Skinner described the exhibition as “a celebration of our island’s vibrant culture, stunning landscapes and incredible artistic talent”, noting that the gallery’s mission was rooted in regional connection.

She referenced Kamau Brathwaite’s concept that “unity is submarine”, saying that Caribbean peoples remained deeply connected beneath the surface of geography and history.

A portrait of Brathwaite on display, painted by Canadian artist Asher Mains, underscores that crossCaribbean and diasporic exchange.

The exhibition’s works depict everyday Barbadian life and landscape such as East Coast seascapes, cane fields and cane fires, market scenes, street vendors, schoolchildren, beach life, blackbirds and bees, capturing what Skinner described as “love letters to Barbados”.

Sir Henry, who is also a contributing artist, used his address to trace the historical depth of Barbadian visual art, countering outdated notions that the island lacked cultural substance.

He referenced early works by Samuel Coppin in the 17th century, the Robinson painting of Bridgetown, 19th century artists Stephen and Caroline Poyer and internationally successful Barbadian painter Haynes King, before moving through the artistic “explosion” of the 1960s and 1970s that produced generations of painters, sculptors and ceramicists.

Despite this legacy, Sir Henry argued that Barbados had failed to provide institutional support for visual artists.

“We have been promised a national gallery for more than 60 years,” he said. “Where is it?”

He noted that many trained artists, particularly graduates of the Barbados Community College, were forced into unrelated work due to the absence of sustained state investment in the visual arts. He described this as “a tragedy” for a country with such creative depth.

Sir Henry acknowledged the historic role of the Barbados Arts Council’s gallery at Pelican Village ( now at Earthworks Complex) and the growth of private galleries over the decades, crediting Caribbean Brushstrokes as “the queen of galleries” for its scale, vision and curatorial ambition. However, he added that private initiatives could not replace national responsibility.

“Without galleries, artists are like spinning tops in mud,” he said, adding that access to serious exhibition spaces was critical to artistic development and international recognition.

Closing his address, Sir Henry questioned why significant public funding was routinely allocated to other sectors while visual art remained marginalised.

Skinner, in her closing remarks, thanked the exhibiting artists and their support networks, acknowledging the families, partners and communities who sustain artistic practice in the absence of formal structures.”

Artist Kesean Abrams ‘ARTIFACT’ AT DREAMSPACES Residency

Saturday, January 17 | �� 6:00–9:00pm

Dreamspace POD8, Ground Floor

UNION at Beckwith | Prince Alfred Street | Bridgetown.

“At this open studio, Kesean shares work developed during his third DREAMSPACES Residency at UNION at Beckwith.

For this iteration, the studio itself became a collaborator. Walls and floors were no longer passive backdrops but active surfaces. Places where brushes were cleaned, paint was mixed, and emotion was released. Over time, the architecture absorbed the process, becoming an artifact of creation. Traces of frustration, reflection, and consumption remain visible, measuring both movement and mood..

ARTIFACT marks a turning point in Kesean’s artistic journey. Working primarily in acrylic on canvas, he explores the relationship between artists and capitalism, the tension between creative freedom and economic survival, and the emotional labor of making. Migration within the Caribbean and memory as everyday artifact shape the narratives within the work.

As Kesean prepares to close this residency, we gather to witness process, presence, and practice. Come share space, conversation, and reflection as we activate the street through art and community.

Union at Beckwith is an emerging creative cluster in Bridgetown developed by Union Collaborative Inc., a nonprofit social-creative enterprise providing access to space, tools, and programming for creative practitioners.

DREAMSPACES is an Art, Design & Making residency offering space for experimentation, exhibition, workshops, or pop-ups. Residents also access UNIONToolBox, ADM Bank, coARTyard, and Portal vitrine galleries all of which support independent, contemporary, and experimental practice.

Inspirational Fine Arts Gallery’s

‘3RD Annual Visual Arts Group’ exhibition. Opens April 4th, 2026.

DEADLINE to submit is Feb 13th

Inviting artists, creatives to share testimonies, breakthroughs and fresh artistic expressions.

Submit new artwork, try a new style, or capture a personal testimony through visual expression.

All levels are welcome—from emerging creatives to established artists.

�� Opening Night: April 4th, 2026

�� Venue: @inspirationalfine_arts_gallery

Barbados Rum Shops

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566177365729

This site is dedicated to the celebration of Barbados Rum Shops, Rum Distilleries, Chattel Houses/ Cottages and Historic Building through photography and other art forms

The AMAZING Barbados Rum Shop Folk

I wonder if you recognize anyone??

Over the past few years I have visited over 150 rum shops in Barbados and posted around 120 shops in this group which amazingly has grown to about 2400 followers in the past 15 months !!!

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO FOLLOWS BARBADOS RUM SHOPS �� I APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT.

I also want to take this opportunity to acknowledge and THANK a few of the amazing people I have met on my rum shop journey-

The Barbados Rum Shop owners and staff. These resilient hard working people are the heart and soul of Barbados life and they help make our little rum shop adventures so special !!! THANK YOU!!

‘UNDER THE SUN ART FESTIVAL’ at HAYMANS MARKET

Sat 17th and Sunday 18th, 10am-5pm

ART, CRAFT, POTTERY, JEWELLERY, CERAMICS AND MORE

Featuring

Martina Pilé Art & Ceramics

Taymar Reid

Henna Trinidad

Larissa Small

Michelle Gail Bourne-Durant

Frangipani Art Gallery

Shennawy

Reggie Gill

Sian Pampellone Original Art and Art Inspired Merchandise

Zachary Evelyn Kadijeus

Carla Hinds

Mario Holder

Cherise Harris

Old World Impression

Bridgetown

Thurs - Sat, 10am4.30pm

‘Barbados With Love’ Arts and Crafts at Limegrove in Holetown

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 )

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

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

The Frame & Art Co

We're super pleased to announce that we have now started printing in house! We offer photo printing, canvas printing, fine art printing & much more. Send us your beautiful photos and we can print & frame all in one location.

Remember we also offer custom framing for your art pieces. Contact us at 271-6509 or email us at orders@frameartco.com #frameartco

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

FRAMING STUDIO AT BEST OF BARBADOS

Best of Barbados Head Office, Welches Plantation, H’way 2A

Patrick and Elvina are ready to assist you

Monday – Friday 8am-3.30pm.

Enquiries Tel 421-6900 ext29

Piece of Barbados Gallery now open at Artsplash Gallery and Cafe in Hastings.

Monday to Saturday 7am to 3pm Sunday 7am to 2pm

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)

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/

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

Created by Lilias Gardner

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...

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

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: 436-2950MondaySaturday 8.30am - 5.00pm (Easy access to parking by the old Heliport Pad)

LAURIE DASH, Bay Street, Bridgetown.