May 2009 Arts Happenings
compiled
by
Corrie Scott
www.corriescott.net/
All information correct at time of publishing. Please phone or email relevant galleries to confirm dates of events.
BARBADOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
‘Portfolio 2009’
Portfolio 2009 website http://www.elfpro3d.com/bccfinearts/arts_division/index.html
1. Associate Degree in Visual Arts. Exhibition of Student work
Place- Studios Division of Fine Arts. Opening-Wednesday May 6th 7-9pm
2. Bachelor of Fine Arts -Studio Arts Major. Exhibition of student work
Place- Art Gallery and Studios in the Division of Fine Arts. Opening-Wednesday May 6th 7-9pm
3. Bachelor of Fine Arts -Graphic Design Major. Exhibition of Student work
Place- Mall Internationale, Tri Mart Complex Haggat Hall. Opening - Tuesday 5th May 7-9pm
Exhibitions continue until13th May. Opening hours 9.30 am - 8.30 pm.
There are theatre happenings, workshops, lectures and events. For more information please contact: halleyne@bcc.edu.bb or Shaunelle Durham shaunelledurham@hotmail.com Tel: 426-2858, ext.5262 or 5259
#17 ART GALLERY
*New Series of Caribbean Doors*. May be seen on www.corriescott.net/page6.htm
Corrie Scott’s studio/gallery. Original fine art and photography, limited edition lithographs, prints and cards. Tel (246) 424 3965 or 233 6078, email: corriescott46@gmail.com for viewing appointment (as Corrie may be out painting or photographing). Website www.corriescott.net
Caribbean whimsy, colour, beauty and the beast of change in Corrie’s blog ‘Caribbean Serendipity’ http://caribbeanserendipity.blogspot.com
HEATHER-DAWN SCOTT COLLECTION
New collection of this popular artist’s work may be viewed on:
picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/HeatherDawnScottRecentArt#
THE GALLERIES AT LANCASTER GREAT HOUSE
The Galleries and Gardens at Lancaster Great House (and a new gallery shop) are available for viewing Tuesday through Saturday, 10am - 4pm and by appointment on all other days. Tel (246) 432 0458, 432 0019 or 234 2494. Please telephone to confirm dates of shows. Website www.lancastergreathousegallery.com
1. Jerome Radigois, Martinique. Sculpture in the Garden and the Great House Verandah. Until May 30th . A few of his pieces may be viewed on http://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/JeromeRadigois#
2. Monday, March 30th – Saturday, May 30th, 2009. Barbadian Furniture, 1680 – 2009.
An exhibition curated by the Barbados Museum and Historical Society in conjunction with ICOM (International Committee of Museums). A few images may be viewed on: http://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/BarbadianFurniture#
Wednesday, April 4th, 2009 Open House - Barbados National Trust
3. The Artists’ Club at Lancaster Great House.
May 12th from 6.30pm onwards. Roger Chubb will host the evening with a presentation of the gallery’s current antique furniture exhibition. This will be followed by a talk on Victorian etiquette.
Twenty minutes before Mr Chubb’s presentation, the club members and interested parties are asked to meet in order to discuss various matters concerning the club.
For more information please contact Mar Tina Pile at pilezahles@hotmail.com
BARBADOS ARTS COUNCIL
April 5th Group Show.
The Barbados Arts Council website www.barbadosartscouncil.com
Also available is a large selection of limited editions, lithographs, and cards. From $15Bds up. Pelican Craft Centre, Bridgetown (246) 426 4385
TIDES ART GALLERY
The Tides Restaurant, Holetown, St James. Vibrant gallery featuring local and Caribbean fine art and photography. Open 7 days a week, 9am - 11pm. Tel (246) 432 2084 or (246) 432 8356. email tidesart@sunbeach.net website www.tidesartgallery.com
ZEMICON GALLERY
1. ‘Robes of Power’ by Alison Chapman-Andrews, Show ends May 7th. Some of the images may be viewed on an online album. Please click on http://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/RobesOfPower#
2. ‘Home Drums Beat First’ & ‘De Bottom Bound To Drop Out’. An exhibition of artwork between the Queens Park and Zemicon Galleries. May 11th - 31st May 2009.
James Fort Building, Hincks Street, Bridgetown. Email zemicon@caribsurf.com tel: 430 0054 or 432 0222 . Opening hours: Tuesday/Thursday/Friday: 10am - 4pm Wednesday: 10am - 2pm .
ITALIA COFFEE HOUSE
opposite First Caribbean National Bank, Sunset Crest.
Mini gallery with local prints and artwork (and free wi fi).
FRANK COLLYMORE HALL AND GRAND SALLE
A monthly programme is produced of all events. To receive it by email or post please email Fran Wickham at fdwickham-jacobs@centralbank.org.bb
THE SPEIGHTSTOWN TOWN SQUARE ART EVENT
Currently developing an art exhibition which will be held every Saturday for the purpose of promoting both established and up and coming artists. It is suggested you bring an easel and paint on the premises as this is always a big attraction for the general public. We feel confident that this will develop into a well recognized and patronized event. To register for participation please call Shirley Reid 422 3014 or 243 7308
THE NATIONAL ART GALLERY COMMITTEE
The National Art Gallery and the National Cultural Foundation cordially invites you to the opening of a conversation between ‘Home Drums Beat First’ & ‘De Bottom Bound To Drop Out’. An exhibition of artwork between the Queens Park and Zemicon Galleries. The exhibition opens at Queens Park Gallery on Sunday 10th May 2009 at 6:30pm followed by a viewing at Zemicon Gallery. Exhibition ends 31st May 2009.
Visit www.nagc.bb - website for the National Art Gallery Committee in Barbados. The site includes ArtistNet, the database of Barbadian visual artists; a click on ‘Artists’ will take you there. Visual artists are invited to post their profile and images on ArtistNet; for artists already on ArtistNet, you may wish to update your profile and images from time to time. For more information call the NAGC Secretariat at 310-2700 or send an e-mail to nagc1998@yahoo.com. ArtistNet is a FREE NAGC service
We’ve moved: The Secretariat for the National Art Gallery Committee is now located at Ministry of Community Development and Culture, 1st Floor East Wing Warrens Office Complex, Warrens, St. Michael, BB11158, Barbados +1 (246) 310 2700
NATIONAL CULTURAL FOUNDATION( see Queen’s Park Gallery also)
QUEEN’S PARK GALLERY
’Home Drums Beat First’ & ‘De Bottom Bound To Drop Out’. An exhibition of artwork between the Queens Park and Zemicon Galleries. May 11th- May 31st .
Queen’s Park Gallery is in Queen’s Park on Constitution Road. Opening Hours: 10am – 6pm Monday to Saturday. Tel - 427-2345,
ON THE WALL GALLERIES
1. Gallery at Champers Restaurant, South Coast.
2. Gallery at Earthworks in St Thomas.
3. The Gallery at Southsea, The Restaurant at Southsea, St Lawrence Gap, Christ Church.
(246)422 0401 or 234 9145 Website www.onthewallartgallery.com
GANG OF 4
The Cottage , Springvale Plantation .St. Andrew . tel 438 7883.
GALLERY OF CARIBBEAN ART
’Lost Wings of the Angels’ featuring the artwork of Mr. Moussa Sene Absa. Moussa overflows with creativity. He is an artist, writer, musician and a film director. He made his debut as an actor, then moved to directing with the production of his own stage play, “La Legende de Ruba”. His talent as a painter is also well established and his work has been exhibited in Senegal, Europe and North America. The Exhibition will continue through to May 16th.
Northern Business Centre, Queen Street, Speightstown St. Peter, Barbados Tel: (246) 419-0858. Opening hours Monday - Friday 9.30am to 430pm. Saturday 9.30am to 2pm.
ERROL BARROW CENTRE FOR CREATIVE IMAGINATION
’A Hot and Quiet Evening’: An exhibition by the Cape Town artist, Peter Clarke, now in his 80th year. It reveals deeper connections between Cape Town and Barbados. Comprising 41 exquisite works on paper (lino and wood cuts with some water colour) and one collage, the exhibition covers the span of the artist’s illustrious career from the 1950’s to the present. Show continues until May 15th. Bajan Reporter created a blog on the show with visuals which may be seen on:
http://bajanreporter.blogspot.com/2009/04/links-to-lamming-south-african-artist.html
Encompassing all the arts with theatre, film, dance, fine art, fine art photography, the written word, workshops and much more. Cave Hill Campus. For more information Tel: 417-4776 or email: donna.hunte-cox@cavehill.uwi.edu
CHELSEA FINE ARTS COLLECTION
Tuesdays at 6:30pm at Treasure Beach Hotel at the General Manager’s cocktail reception. Curated by Terry Scott Clarke. For further details and enquiries Tel: (246) 417 5757 Mobile: (246) 239 2693 Email: villasource@aol.com
BARBADOS MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
St. Ann’s Garrison, St. Michael , Tel: 1-246-427-0201/ 1-246-436-1956 Fax: 1-246-429-5946 Website: www.barbmuse.org.bb
CONSTANT GALLERY OF FINE ART
Sculpture and fine art (by appointment only), Christopher Robinson (246) 429 2654 and 232 7830. email: tradersrealty@caribsurf.com
WATERFRONT CAFE GALLERY,
Group Show. Waterfront Cafe Restaurant, Bridgetown
FRANGIPANI ART GALLERY,
Sugar Cane Club, Hotel and Spa, St. Peter. phone (246) 422 5026
BAGNALL’S POINT GALLERY, Princess Alice Highway, Bridgetown
A GALLERY, Royal Westmoreland, St James.
FINE ART FRAMING LTD, Pelican Industrial Park, Bridgetown, Barbados - (246) 426-5325
FAST FRAME FACTORY, Dayrell’s Road, St Michael (246) 426 9994
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