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DESIGN ANGUILLA ISSUE 07 May 2014 Contributors Crispin Brooks Shellecia Brooks-Johnson Andy Connor Sarah Harrison Trudy Nixon Associate Editor Ellen Fishbein Fashion Editor Charla Hobson
Cover shoot credits Framed Art: Orrett H. Wynter Model: Rachel Haskins Brodie
Bits and Bobs Shanicia V Richardson. Charcoal on Paper
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art is life The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls. – Pablo Picasso
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he purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls. Pablo Picasso Art is the lifeblood of civilization. More than just decoration, society’s capacity for intellectual, spiritual, emotional, technological as well as economic growth is spurred on by the need for artists to creatively express themselves. Without art, we would lack the imagination to tackle, and creativity to solve, our biggest problems. Our 7th issue takes an art journey that, refreshingly, shows the growth of the arts in Anguilla. The urge for self-expression through music and other performing arts, as well as visual arts has seemingly taken root at every level. We look at the mentors: the teachers sowing the seeds of creativity and nurturing the blossoming talent that exists. We also focus on the galleries – the curators of expression, and the important role they play in ultimately making the connection between the collectors those who appreciate art and those making art: the creators.
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Photography Susan Croft Photography Christian Gomez Josveek Huligar Orrett H. Wynter
Inside, artist Susan Croft chronicles her three decade-old love affair with the island. We go inside a home that doubles as a very personal art collection of some of the most exotic art pieces from around the world. Our epicurean jaunt takes us behind the story of a chef who got his start washing dishes, to exploring our favourite beach shacks for casual dining as well as going out for a few drinks concocted by some of the most creative bartenders on the island. In recognition of the importance of the month of May to the island’s history, we go back in time for a brief look at some of the events that led to the Anguillian Revolution, which have given rise to the upcoming Anguilla Day celebrations we now enjoy. As usual, we hope you enjoy this issue just as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you. Orrett H. Wynter Editor
e-mail: info@designanguilla.com web: www.designanguilla.com www.facebook.com/designanguilla www.twitter.com/designanguilla Advertising Inquiries sales@designanguilla.com www.designanguilla.com/advertise Read Online www.designanguilla.com/digital Other Photo Credits Bits and Bobs, pg. 14: Shanicia V Richardson
Crispin Brooks portrait, pg. 16: Keiroy Browne Sarah Harrison portrait, pg. 16: Rene Guinto British Dependency, pg. 18: Davon Carty Stars in the Night Sky, pg. 29: Wiktoria Pawlak / Shutterstock Cocktail with Cinnamon, pg. 80: svry / Shutterstock Anguilla Revolution, pg. 90: Courtesy: Heritage Collection Museum
Calendar of events supplied by The Anguilla Tourist Board. Contact them for more information on upcoming events. http://ivisitanguilla.com
Design Anguilla Magazine is published four times a year by DO Media Ltd., and is distributed at hotels, villas, restaurants and ports of entry in Anguilla. This publication has been compiled and reproduced with the utmost care to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate. However, the information may contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. The publisher accepts no responsibility for such typographical or other errors. No part of Design Anguilla Magazine may be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written consent. The views expressed by the contributors are not necessarily those of Design Anguilla Magazine.