Visual Arts Barbados October 2022

VISUAL ARTS BARBADOS

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by Gavin Hinkson

Welcome to Barbados Monthly Arts Events

Twelve years of the publication

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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.

Please, pass this magazine on to others and so help the creative side of Barbados get all the exposure possible.

Corrie Scott Publisher

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

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Unearthing Identity’, recent ceramic work by Juliana Inniss

Thursday 8 September – October 29th at The Brighton Storeroom.

Opening hours are 7am - 10am every Saturday (and by appointment).

“The Brighton Storeroom is delighted to announce an exhibition of recent ceramic works by Barbadian artist Juliana Inniss. The new works are large in scale and are informed and inspired by traditional African pottery, particularly clay vessels made by women.

Unearthing Identity is Inniss’ second solo show, and features a unique body of hand coiled workmade with a variety of clays – created in her Christ Church studio in Barbados. This collection of work focuses on the physical form of a vessel and reimagines it as a container for both the tangible and the intangible: a home for shared heritage, stories and spirits.

Several of Inniss’ vessels refer directly to the funerary anthropomorphic urns of the Bura culture from the Lower Niger River valley in Niger and in Burkina Faso. These extraordinary and little-known artifacts, created during a thousand year period from the Third Century onward, were the genesis of Inniss’ own vessels for holding the spirits of ancestors.

The artist has spoken of the significance of her research into African pottery and how it has informed her practice: “….. importantly for me, it is the Afro-woman traditional pot-making narrative that I am most interested in sharing……it gives me a sense of groundedness and connects me to this heritage….”

Juliana Inniss has established herself as one of Barbados’ most important contemporary artists. Her two major Public Commissions last year to the Golden Square Freedom Park in Bridgetown are a reminder of her national importance in exploring the way in which shared private exploration and story-telling can serve a more public and intangible search for a common ground of our identity.”

ANONYMOUS ART SHOW FOR CHARITY

Curatorial Statement for 'Light Lenses Lasting Impressions:

Ronnie Carrington is a Creative.

His transcendent talent is capturing light. He has a touch that not only accents beauty but tells a story. Landscapes become mystical fantasy lands. City life, a romantic play on seemingly insignificant aspects. Portraiture, a searching reflection of the subject’s soul. At the same time, embedded in each image is Ronnie’s character, non intrusive and humble with a sensitivity to people and events.

Every being is born with a talent. The onus is on the individual to find it, family and friends to nurture it, and society to accept and uplift. Ronnie found his at nine years old when his Aunt Dan (Constance Inniss) gifted him a camera. That was in 1957. A camera was an extraordinary gift in 1957. When we situate ourselves in that time period we get a true appreciation of the significance and impact of his life’s work: for in a Black upper middle-class home, to deviate from the scripted pathway of academics for an unconventional career was an act of rebellion, a rebellion that was challenged but eventually supported.

This retrospective reminds us that we each have a role taking care of nascent talent, in ourselves and in others; to pause that we may see the faintest ray, then help it to glow and grow. It is a reminder also to stand firm in one's convictions knowing the successes will come, and as we celebrate the achievements we also honour, as Ronnie so philosophically and poetically states, “…the fall that only success can break.”

This show captures the period 1975 to the present. 65 pieces for 65 years. Ronnie chose work close to his heart from his five preferred subject areas:

Sea Fans - images collected of visitors on his Art Exploration Tours.

Vintage – captures of a Barbados past that propelled him to fame. Street Life – candid shots of those in public spaces, some reflective of his trips to Thailand, China and Morocco.

Curatorial statement by Oneka Small on fine art photographer Ronnie Carrington and his exhibition at Queens Park Gallery.

Barbados – The Other Side - breathtaking views of places few still see in Barbados. Right Place Right Time - photos of opportunity.

Although Ronnie Carrington is most well known for his artistry with a camera, he fuses his love of many disciplines for a multimedia approach to his art; similar to one of his greatest influences, Gordon Parks the photographer, musician, writer and film director. Music is one of his greatest inspirations and is equally as important as the photographs in all of the films featured in this exhibition. Street Life was inspired by the song with the same name. Pathways features his photography and poetry. His films blend image, music and prose. As a photojournalist, he works unobtrusively with specialised equipment to capture people in the public domain. We observe that in the more contemporary pieces the subjects are walking away from the lense, their backs turned to the audience, and we pause to ask, Why? Did the photographer see himself reflected back, agent and subject becoming one? Is the photographer more sympathetic? Or is the subject becoming more private as technology makes the world more public?

In Barbados - The Other Side, we are engulfed by the importance and grandness of nature. Ronnie’s landscapes are a uniquely framed view of the island. Even familiar views are captured with a different slant. Full of textures and tones, as opposed to houses and people. We again see the influence of another photographer, Ansel Adam who had a major impact on Ronnie’s work.

Ronnie remains on the leading-edge of his craft by maintaining his spirit of intrigue and wonder, with ample exercise as he hikes the fields and hills, learning from his students, and staying current with technology. As you explore the exhibition, challenge yourself to identity technology change and determine if it made for better photos or ease of creating?

Although he considers himself a sniper - he gets one shot to get it right - he quite literally has millions of images. A testimony to a long and illustrious career.

Congratulations Ronnie Carrington

- Oneka Small, Curator. ‘Light, Lenses, Lasting Impressions’ Retrospective. Fine art photographer Ronnie Carrington Exhibition at NCF Queen's Park Gallery, September 18

KAC GFA 10x10x10 Artist Initiative charity fundraiser exhibition has started!

Link to view and purchase here https://bit.ly/kacgfa10x10x10 September 14, 2022 and runs through Sunday, October 30, 2022.

Artists participating: Kesean Abrams, Karen Adelaar, Brandon Best, Janine Cooper, Jenny Fox, Arianna Holington, Katherine Inksetter, Cindy Murpy, Rosie Pollard, Michelle Rodriguez Bowe.

“Happy to announce that the KAC GFA 10x10x10 Artist Initiative charity fundraiser exhibition has just kicked off, with nine featured artists (twelve total artists) from around the world showing excitingly gorgeous works for purchase — and each artist donating at least 50% of the proceeds from each sale to the Variety Children’s Charity of Barbados.

The Variety charity has bases around the globe, and the Barbados chapter boasts a variety of concentrations dedicated to children’s causes and well-being, including hospital and health care, disability, education, food assistance, and more. Check out the full online-online exhibition to witness the vibrant art as well as for details on how to purchase any of the shown art and help contribute to the charity. “

Kerry Alaric Cheeseboro, KAC Gallery https://bit.ly/kacgfa10x10x10

Naniki Presents ‘The Healing Power of Art Retreat’ with Artist in residence Annabel Langrish

https://www.annabellangrish.ie

Also featuring yoga and forest bathing Limited space. $999Bds Tel/Whatsapp +1 (246) 433 1300

@nanikilushlife

“The classes and demonstrations will take the form of a series of small projects leading to one finished painting.

Loosely based on botanical forms, participants will be given ways to free themselves from 'rules' and 'the perfect' and enjoy the process as much as the outcome.

The techniques demonstrated will be fun, easy for anyone and I hope even the real beginners will surprise themselves with the outcome.

We will be inspired by what we see, but not try to imitate it, rather use our limitless imagination. Experienced artists will enjoy the new processes and it is ideal for those who are feeling a bit stuck in a rut with their artwork.

There will be a field trip to Huntes Gardens to gather inspiration from the abundance of plant forms and colours.” www.nanikibarbados.com

Naniki Barbados, Suriname, St. Joseph.

Kesean Abrams ‘REAL TALK’ solo exhibition. September 25th-October 25th. Open every day. 10am-3pm

At The Old Spirit Bond, Wharf Road, Bridgetown. Hosted by the Centre for Hybrid Studies

Barbados Today News.

‘Real talk coming’

KESEAN ABRAMS HOSTING HIS FIRST ART EXHIBITION

“Twenty-two-year-old Kesean Abrams is a Guyanese-born artist who is hosting his first exhibition Real Talk at the Center for Hybrid Studies, Spirit Bond, Wharf Road, St Michael from September 25 to October 25, 2022.

The former student of Parkinson Secondary School said that he was always involved in art and is inspired by anything around him.

“Art is in my blood, and I am inspired by everything around me, nature, people and even memories. That is why I decided that I wanted to name my first exhibition Real Talk as it seeks to inspire young persons about what life is like outside of the school setting. In this exhibition I want to speak to young men especially and show them how they can lead a more fulfilling life,” he said.

Abrams, who is also the holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Law from The University Of The West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, said that since he has been an artist he has been a part of six exhibitions.

The most recent was at the Central Bank Crop Over 2022 Visual Arts Exhibition in Queen’s Park Steel Shed where he had the opportunity to live paint alongside some of the most revered artists in Barbados namely Shane Eastmond and Brandon Best.

In his career he has never seen the challenges he faced as problems but as opportunities in which he has learnt how to perfect his craft and grow his art into a viable business. “Since becoming a professional artist two years ago I have honed my craft through constant practice and relentless dedication.

“Every day when I come from work, I would dedicate eight hours to practising drawing and painting on cavass any idea that came to mind and over time I realised that the quality of my work had improved and I was ready to begin my journey as a solo exhibitor,” he said. Abrams is expecting a large turnout at his free exhibition which runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

“I am inviting members of the public to come out and support my free exhibition as I have been working really hard on this and I believe the people of Barbados would thoroughly enjoy what I have to offer. I must thank Dr. Deryck Murray and the staff of the Centre of Hybrid Studies for the support they have given me in this venture,” he said.

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/

Artist Taisha Carrington on her installation, the project ‘State ( of Mind), in Aruba.

“This installation of three Fuchsia coconut trees accompanied the ‘state(of mind)’ video. I wanted to play with this common caribbean/island identifier.

The trees are the conclusion to the performance/video. For me they are a joyful celebration of the new ideas of place cultivated in the performance. Three coconut trees breaking through the ceiling, one visibly emerging outside on the roof. Inspired by Moko jumbies festive appearance, tallness and mythical origins as a spirit rising above to see beyond and foresee danger.”

-Taisha Carrington

BARBADOS PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

The Barbados Photographic Society theme for September was ‘My Favourites. The Barbados Photographic Society (BPS) is founded on an appreciation for and interest in photography. Website https://barphotosoc.wixsite.com/home

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/

Sheena Rose (Barbados) who will be exhibiting at De Buck Gallery, New York. Sept 8th- October 8th.

“We are delighted to present Sheena Rose: Born of the Sea, an exhibition of new paintings by Sheena Rose (Barbados, 1985). Born of the Sea features 10 new acrylic-on-canvas works marked by lush sunsets, deep seascapes, and the artist’s signature, semi-abstract figures. Click the link in bio to learn more about the exhibition, which opens at our gallery in New York on September 8, 2022.

Motifs are consistently found across Sheena Rose’s artmaking, embellishing the painter’s gorgeous stories. After recently experiencing a tragic event, Rose painted to process her emotions. In Agony, the bird motif is especially pertinent. These creatures have appeared across Rose’s oeuvre, pictured in full flight, independent and content. Agony’s avian sits peacefully on the expansive ocean. It is rendered in pale yellow, the sun’s light beaming on its feathers. The pure ocean water which abounds might bring up a cleansing water, a baptism, an opportunity for renewal. Rose said, “there was a woman who told me, you go to the sea, you bathe, and you don’t look back.” Born of the Sea reflects a simply beautiful new chapter.”

-De Buck Gallery

Image: @sheenaroseinc

Agony, 2022

TO LOCAL ARTISTS

SITE HOARDING ART EXHIBIT ‘COLOURS OF BARBADOS’

on the boardwalk in Hastings.

“You are invited to exhibit your art in Hastings. Starting 1st November 2022. All you need to do is call 238 9014 to get all the details to enter.

This is a not for profit venture. The art will be for sale and artists will receive all sale proceeds The sole aim is to bring colour and creativity of a truly Bajan flavour to the South Coast boardwalk. All works submitted will be hung on the recently erected site hoardings alongside the Boardwalk, located on the old Caribbee/Ocean View property, just West of Blakey's Restaurant in Hastings.

There will be a small fee of Bds $50.00 to cover cost of one board.

Artists can purchase one or more sheets of PVC board 4ft × 4ft on which to apply their artwork.

Basic terms and conditions will apply

The hanging space has been provided courtesy of the property owners.”

-Mark Hiorns

GAVIN HINKSON Rest In Peace

The Barbados Photographic Society would like to extend deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Gavin is well known to many of us in this group and for his stunning photography. He will be missed.

Photography by Gavin Hinkson.

I don’t use Facebook anymore but I had to come here today. We were the photography Bud and Lou, from the photo adventures to the falling outs. I learnt so much from Gavin through my years in photography. Even when I stopped using my Canon and just used my iPhone. I watched him move away from landscapes and become an awesome portrait photographer and ditch the fisheye for 85mm. I was always his hypeman on these amazing shots.

Anyone who was a BPS member from 2012-maybe 2015 would understand the symbolism of this pic. I’m sure Corrie Scott would remember well. RIP Gavin, thanks for the memories. My condolences to his friends and family.

-Shareka Bentham

The National Cultural Foundation presents ‘Our Land’, the final of the 3-part series of the Central Bank of Barbados Crop Over Visual Arts Exhibition ‘Against All Odds’

Aug. 15th - Sept. 3rd

Monday - Saturday, 10am- 6pm at Queens Park Gallery

Participating are Ahmad Rasheed Boodhoo, Akyem-i Ramsay, Alisha Smith, Alison ChapmanAndrews, Andrea Wells, Cher-Antoinette, (Cheryl A) Corbin, Cy Hutchinson, Cyrilline Goodman, Deanne Kennedy, Denis Sobers, Gail Riley, Gloria Chung, Guni Johnson, Heather-Dawn Scott, Hugh Walker, Ireka Jelani, Ras Ishi Butcher, Jaryd Niles-Morris, Jason Hope, John Webster, Juliana Inniss, Kenneth "Black" Blackman, Lois Crawford, Maggie Belle, Margaret Herbert, Markley Clark, Martina Pilé Zahles, Melanie D'Oliveira, Michelle Greaves, Neville Legall, Petra Emmanuel, Ronnie Carrington, Roslyn Watson, Steffani Jemmott, Shaquille Hewitt, Sheri "Ann Marie" Nicholls, Tonya Lovell, Winston John Paul.

Curated by Rodney Ifill and Oneka Small

“This exhibition, which opens on August 15th, highlights how our Artists and Artisans have been using the natural resources of our land to create works of varying value. From views, to ceramics, fibers, and stones all have been used as a means for the Artist to determine their level of freedom within our society.

Come out and support the Artists and Artisans at the exhibition which runs until September 3rd.” -National Cultural Foundation

Calling all Artists

Online Art Auction and a Curated LIVE Art Auction 'The Landscape of Barbados' at Sugar Hill Resort

We are asking Artists to take part & donate 50% of sale to fund Ocean Acres Spay and Neuter clinic

OCEAN ACRES ANIMAL SANCTUARY, BARBADOS

If you would like to take part, please contact oaartfundraiser@gmail.com for further information or What's App Sue on 834 8804

Curated Auction deadline 1st November.

Contact me on whats app 834 8804 for submission form

Dear Artist

My name is Sue Gilkes and I am a volunteer at Ocean Acres Animal Sanctuary which is a not-for-profit Animal Sanctuary on the East coast, here is their website. We are putting on an Online Art Auction and a Curated LIVE Art Auction 'The Landscape of Barbados' at Sugar Hill Resort St. James who have kindly offered to host this event to raise funds to finance the spaying and neutering project for those who cannot afford it, equipment, stock and supplies and other veterinary services.

2 cats in their lifetime can become 420,000 kittens!

A single female dog can be responsible for 67,000 puppies in her lifetime!

I am reaching out to you to see if you would be happy to take part by providing up to 2 pieces of art and donating 50% of the sale price to Ocean Acres to both or either event.

The event online auction will take place in September, a date will be shared soon.

The live auction will take place in December at Sugar Hill Resorts St. James Requirements from Artists:

• Original Works of Art

• Paintings on canvas are the preferred medium - maximum size: 24X36 Inches

• Other artwork accepted - maximum size 24X36 Inches

• Artwork to be delivered to Sugar Hill Resorts - St. James for LIVE Auction

• Artwork to be delivered to 3 Bamboo Ridge, St. James

We really hope you will be able to join in, meet fellow artists and buyers and raise your arts profile as well as supporting a much-needed service for animals in Barbados.

The event will be covered by social media, with a bio and a picture of your art. Please respond to Sue Gilkes at oaartfundraiser@gmail.com

I look forward to hearing from you. Warmest wishes

Sue Gilkes – Tel # or What’s App +1 (246) 834 8804

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

YOUNG TALENT IN NEED OF SUPPORT

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 if posting. Private message me or email me at corriescott@gmail.com

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.

Books kindly donated to go to a young aspiring artist in need. Thank you Heidi Berger Art.

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.

Thank you

HENDERSON

REECE

Henderson Reece is well-known among art lovers for his fresh, vibrant and cheery batik creations and excels at capturing familiar local scenes and iconic elements in this globally treasured medium

He offers workshops for BB$400 for an entire day under his tutelage, which includes all materials and lunch. His protégés-for-aday leave with a batik of their own design which they can proudly mount and frame in their homes.

Thank to Ins and Outs Barbados https://www.insandoutsb arbados.com/listing/h-p-b atik-studio

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:

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!

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

Gallery

Art!

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

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.

ROSEMARY PARKINSON

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.

PAINT AND GROOVE

Yasmin Vizcarrondo is opening back up Paint & Grove. From Monday June 15th, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY PLEASE) from 10am - 12pm noon, or 2pm- 4 pm. Please call 262 5500

”If you are looking for a place to re-enter slowly into society, please come and visit my studio. You can sign up for my sessions or just pass through to look at art. It will relax you; it will give you joy. I promise it will be fun; let's do this together!

by appointment only, from 10 AM to 12 PM, or 2 PM to 4 PM.

For those of you who have been procrastinating having the Paint & Groove experience at the Studio, I would recommend doing it in June. What this pandemic has shown me is that it is best not to leave things for later. We offer 2 hours of guided instructions for a Paint & Groove painting session. You can choose your theme from within our gallery of paintings.

Private parties:- 5 people maximum who are from the same household. Public sessions:- 4 people maximum - socialize and make art while physical distancing.$60 -$80 per person depending on canvas size. (All materials included). Extra hour $15 per person.

Art Journals with Yasmin - 2 hoursStarting pack includes Sketch book, art bundle and instructions:-$80Regular sessions where you bring your own materials:- $35 .

If you have any queries, please feel free to call me at 1-246-2625500 Before entering the studio please MASKUP and use hand sanitizer at the side door!!

I hope to see you soon, painting or not, it's always nice to have you over!CheersYasminPS: !!!Virtual classes available soon !!! : Zoom, WhatsApp, Houseparty, Messenger or Facetime” -Yasmin Vizcarrondo

NASTASIA ROLLOCK

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

BARBADOS NATIONAL ART GALLERY

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?

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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

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

Rodney Ifill, Cultural Officer Visual Arts 424-0909 ext.234 rodney-ifill@ncf.bb www.ncf.bb

Annette Nias Cultural Officer - Film and Photography 424-0909 Ext 238 annette-nias@ncf.bb

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