April 2011 ARTS HAPPENINGS
compiled byCorrie Scott
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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. For easy reference new events, receptions etc. are highlighted. Highlights in green are for future months.
Arts Events Updated throughout the month on Facebook Arts Events pages https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141775599207550&index=1
MONTHLY ARTS EVENTS MAGAZINE
#17 ART GALLERY
New series of Bajan Green Monkeys. Have a look at album to see this well loved artist’s work. New pieces.
http://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/HeatherDawnScottRecentArt
http://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/HeatherDawnScottRecentArt
'SYMBIOSIS'An exhibition featuring the work of seven invited Artists who channel their artistic vision and art form through the use of material indigenous to the Island (such as Barbadian Mahogany, calabashes, fibers and found 'beach washed-up' objects). Artists Rafza Nehaul, Derek Went, Adrian Compton, I-Sage, Kenneth Blackman, Marlon Skeete and Martina Pilé
The exhibition will continue until April 9th.
The exhibition will continue until April 9th.
Opening Reception of 'Outta Order' exhibition of fine art by Patrick Foster Rosemary Parkinson 6pm -8pm. Exhibition ends April 27th
The gallery will be open from Tuesday to Friday from 10.30am to 4pm . On Saturdays from 10.30am to 2pm Contact Number: 268 6850. curator MarTina Pile
Group Show. Fine art and also available is a large selection of limited editions, lithographs, and cards.
‘ BAJAN VIBES’ All Male Group Show of Fine Art in Oil, Watercolour, Acrylic and Fine Art Photography featuring : Everick Lynton, Denzil Mann, Glenroy Jordan, Ron Lucas, Rasheed Bhoodoo, Neville Legall. Exhibition ends April 9th. An album of just a few of the many pieces may be viewed on https://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/BajanVibesAtBAC#
April 10th - May 14th Watercolour Group show
May 15th- June 11th Group Show
July 12th- August 13th Crop Over Group Show
August 14th - September 3rd Group Show
September 4th - September 17th Available
September 18th-October 8th Little Gems Group Show
October 9th- November 5th Group Show
November 6th- December 10th Independence Group Show
December 11th- January 14th, 2012 Christmas Group Show
website www.barbadosartscouncil.com email: mail@barbadosartscouncil.com
Local and Caribbean fine art and fine art photography. The Tides Restaurant, Holetown, St James .. Open 7 days a week, 8am - 4pm. Tel (246) 432 2084 or (246) 432 8356 . email tidesart@sunbeach.net website www.tidesartgallery.com
HOLDERS SEASON 2011
Sat 2th April GALA NIGHT
Dixon & Burke Live in Concert. From Opera to Broadway and a special jazz tribute to the Great FatsWaller . and everything in between, Dixon Burke Live Alfreda Burke
Dixon & Burke Live in Concert. From Opera to Broadway and a special jazz tribute to the Great Fats
The evening opens with String Fever - the truly astonishing, witty and imaginative UK
Gala Night Tickets $200 & $140 (incl VAT)
Performance commence at 7pm .
Photo Albums from the evenings:
Classical Comedy night https://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/21stClassicalComedyHoldersSeason2011#
Art Theatre Night https://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/23rdArtHoldersSeason2011#
Classical Piano and guitar night https://picasaweb.google.com/corriescott/28thRoseyChanCraigOgdenHoldersSeason#
ON THE WALL GALLERIES
Original paintings and gift items.
On The Wall Art Gallery
On the Wall Art Gallery St Thomas
ITALIA COFFEE HOUSE
Mini gallery with local prints and the artwork of Corrie Scott & Margaret Rodriguez
opposite First Caribbean National Bank, Sunset Crest.
THE FESTIVAL ART GALLERY
The Festival Art Gallery Bridgetown
Curator Kathy Yearwood Art To The People
QUEEN’S PARK GALLERY
Exhibition '1.1.11' The Curator Janice Whittle
Exhibition ends Saturday April 30th
The Gallery opening hours will return to 10am -6pm Monday to Saturday.On Mondays and Saturdays, only one Attendant works so we must close for lunch. If you intend to visit the Gallery on those days, please call first. Lunch is generally 2-3pm , but may vary according to how busy the Gallery is.
QPG tel.#427-2345 NCF tel.#424-0909 Queen’s Park Gallery is in Queen’s Park on Constitution Road
QPG tel.#
AWEIPO GALLERY
'Goddess' exhibition opening reception 2nd April, 6pm. Risee Chaderton & Kraig Yearwood
Artist Talk April 16th, 6pm-8pm
Exhibition ends April 23rd.
Gallery open 10am-6pm
Curator Juliana Inniss
Sun to Sat 10 am to 6pm . The Crane Village St Philip .
A non-profit organization run by volunteers since 2003. The BPS has among its aims & objectives: the fostering of the art and craft of photography; and the encouragement
of the appreciation and enjoyment of photography.
ERROL BARROW CENTRE FOR CREATIVE IMAGINATION
‘Craftswomen of Our Fate’ featuring Annalee Davis, Ayissa Burnett, Azizah Onifa, Gloria Chung, Ireka Jelani celebrating International Women’s day. Exhibition ends April 8th.
Encompassing all the arts with theatre, film, dance, fine art, fine art photography, the written word, workshops and much more. For further information, contact De Carla Applewhaite at 417-4776 or email her at decarla.applewhaite@cavehill.uwi.edu Tel. (246) 417- 4776 Fax (246) 417-8903
THE BRIDGETOWN GALLERY
10am to 4pm. or by appointment. Tel 430 0054, 826 4875 and 249 1750.
CRAFTS at BIDC
Pelican Craft Centre, Princess Alice Highway St. Michael 427-5350
FRANK COLLYMORE HALL AND GRAND SALLE
A monthly programme is produced of all lectures, music and theatre events . To receive it by email or post please email Dale A. Christie-Bourne (Mrs.)Secretary,Frank Collymore Hall
Tel: 246-436-9083/84 Ext 6639 Direct Line: 227-8371 Fax1-246-228-2703
Email: DAChristie-Bourne@centralbank.org.bb ,
Tel: 246-436-9083/84 Ext 6639 Direct Line: 227-8371 Fax1-246-228-2703
Email: DAChristie-Bourne@centralbank.org.bb ,
WEST WING GALLERY AT PARLIAMENT
(hoping there will be an exhibition there soon)
GALLERY OF CARIBBEAN ART
The Gallery Of Caribbean Art is celebrating their 10th Anniversary Show . Featuring 15 Artists. Exhibition ends April 23rd
Northern Business Centre, Queen Street St. Peter , Barbados
Tel: (246) 419-0858
MANIPURA
Annalee Davis, a contemporary body of work that looks at universal issues through a Caribbean lens and Manipura, a commercial line that celebrates the beauty of the Caribbean . The range of products offered includes paintings, limited edition prints, home decor, installations, objects and several more.
www.manipurainc.com annaleedavis@gmail.com or 230 8897
SCULPTURE TERRACE & STAR BAR MOVIE NIGHTS
Visit and view the amazing Wind Sculptures by American Sculptor Lyman Whitaker
Theatre Premiere of ‘PORTRAITS of A Head Tie’ A Celebration of Caribbean Woman. Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 7pm. Tickets: Adults $35 Children $ 15
Box Offices: B’dos Museum Tel # 427-0201 .
A Multi Media Production Written and Directed by Ali . Sandiford. Giving Praises in Recognition & Respect A play all Caribbean women should see!
Monday to Saturday, 9am . to 5pm. and Sundays 2pm. to 6pm . St. Ann’s Garrison, St. Michael , Tel: 1-246-427-0201 / 1-246-436-1956 Fax: 1-246-429-5946 email museum@caribsurf.com
Event Info: www.cafafair.com Anderson M. Pilgrim Diaspora Now Inc. www.diaspora-now.com
Barbados Conference Services Limited (BCSL), which manages the LESC, has launched an initiative “Meet Fantastic Art at LESC”, which will commence on Thursday, July 1 2010 and run until June 30 2011 . Interested persons may contact:
Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.
Once contact is made, the artist will be advised on the months which are available.
GROVE GALLERY
‘Treasures From Another Island ’ at Limegrove Lifestyle Centre. Cuban curator Marilyn Sampera Rosado
Galerie Nuedge coming to Barbados, May 2011. http://issuu.com/galerienuedgefineartsint/docs/pressrelease_barbados_gallery galerienuedge.com/
Mon – Sat 10am -6pm Tel 246 620 5463
‘Evening Of The Artz’ Friday, 1st April, 2011 . 4.30pm-10pm. Come out and support our graduating class fund raising event. Tickets $10. $12 at door.
Barbados Community College Morning Side Gallery
There are theatre happenings, workshops, lectures and events. For more information please contact: Shaunelle Durham shaunelledurham@hotmail.com Tel: 426-2858 , ext.5262 or 5259
THE NATIONAL ART GALLERY
Visit www.nagc.bb - website for the National Art Gallery Barbados
Artists already on ArtistNet are reminded to send in their profile updates and new images. ArtistNet is a FREE NAGC service for artists.
“I offer half day sessions at my studio on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It is an introduction to, or review of, the elements of composition design and experimentation with various watermedia techniques and collage. I will work with you where you're at, helping you to find your own direction.”
Wednesday morning 9:30 am - 12:30 noon
Saturday afternoon 1:00 pm - 4 pm
Where: my studio...phone for address (246-427-8023 )
Cost: $50 per morning, pay as you go
SUMI-E CLASSES WITH LEANDRO SOTO IN CLOUD’S NEST ART
(From Leandro)
“Hello Art Lovers! People are asking me about when I will open a course in Sumi-e art in my studio. Mondays from 7:00-9:00PM at Clouds Nest Art Studio
Phone 429 0496. Call me at 429 0496 Best Regard to all,”Leandro
WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASSES with JOAN BORYTA
Monday Mornings 10am – 1pm Saturday Mornings 10am-pm
Watercolour, simple, soft, pristine. Learn how with a hands on experience. Any level, even a beginner is welcome. Call with questions and to reserve your space 436 8803 or email joanborytaart@gmail.com FOR SALE 3/4" canvas 30x40, 22x28 , 20x24, 16x20 Wood and metal frames used and new 30x36, 22x28, 16x20.
TONYA WILES PRIVATE ART LESSONS in her studio at 4 Lancaster Estate, St.James. For more information or for a private consultation about YOUR creative challenge.Tonya 234 7766 tonyawiles@hotmail.com
Three dimensional artist Rafza Nehaul 10am-3pm (or by appointment). Rafza is a multi media and mixed media artist who works with organic materials and is environmentally sensitive. The studio/gallery, 6, Brighton Beach
OPEN AIR FILM SCREENING UNDER THE STARS AT OCEAN SPRAY
Please contact directly for April films to be shown.
Ocean Spray, Inch Marlow Christ Church 428-5426
GANG OF 4
The Cottage , Springvale Plantation .St.Andrew . tel 438 7883.
The Cottage , Springvale Plantation .St.
CONSTANT GALLERY OF FINE ART
Sculpture and fine art (by appointment only),Christopher Robinson (246) 429 2654 and 232 7830. email: tradersrealty@caribsurf.com
Sculpture and fine art (by appointment only),
Bill Grace on show ends Saturday, April 2nd
A GALLERY,
Royal Westmoreland , St James
ARTS SPLASH
TUESDAYS - St. James Church Hall 3:30 - 4:30pm WEDNESDAYS - ArtSplash Centre, Hastings 3:00 - 4:00pm SATURDAYS - ArtSplash Centre, Hastings 10:00 - 11:00am
Cost of $280BDS for the 10-week term includes all materials and t-shirt
Art Classes for Teens (aged 11-15)
SATURDAYS - ArtSplash Centre, Hastings 11:15a - 12:45pm
Cost of $350BDS for the 10-week term includes all materials and t-shirt
New Term beginning Tuesday, April 12th - Sat, June 18th 2011
Baby ArtSplash Movement N Music Sessions Drop inBDS $18/hourly session
Wednesday ages 2-4 - 3:00-4:00 pm Fridays ages 9mths - 4 yrs 9:15 am-4:15pm Saturdays ages 9mths - 4 yrs 9:00am and 10:30am *Parent/Minder must accompany child(ren).
Cost of $280
Art Classes for Teens (aged 11-15)
SATURDAYS - ArtSplash Centre, Hastings 11:15a - 12:45pm
Cost of $350
New Term beginning Tuesday, April 12th - Sat, June 18th 2011
Baby ArtSplash Movement N Music Sessions Drop in
Wednesday ages 2-4 - 3:00-4:00 pm Fridays ages 9mths - 4 yrs 9:15 am-4:15pm Saturdays ages 9mths - 4 yrs 9:00am and 10:30am *Parent/Minder must accompany child(ren).
The Art Splash Hastings , Christ Church
THE MAIN GUARD
INTRODUCTORY ART 1pm – 3pm Barbadian artist Fielding Babb and BARP invites people to join Fielding at The Main Guard ( building with clock tower) Verandah, The Garrison for an opportunity to get creative juices flowing. People need to bring an hb pencil, a 3B pencil and a sketch pad and participate in what will be and enjoyable, enlightening and creative experience. To confirm this and for more information please contact BARP or Fielding Babb fieldinggallery@yahoo.com
ArtBeat services include:-Archival digital printing on paper & canvas for sizes over 8.5” x 11”. We can print on media up to 24” wide. -Stretching and matting -Copying of artwork for giclee printing -Sale
FINE ART FRAMING LTD ,
Dayrell’s Road, St Michael (246) 426 9994 shaka@fastframefactory.biz
AA FRAMING & DECORATION.
Tel: (1-246)-435-0513 Fax: (1-246)-426-6004 | E-mail: aaframing@caribsurf.com
FRAMING STUDIO
At the Best of Barbados Plantation H’way 2A, opposite Automotive Art . Lovely setting, easy parking, good prices and a large selection of frames and matt boards. We also repair paintings, stretch canvas and laminate. Open 8am- 3.30pm weekdays. Call Patrick or Elvina 421-6900 ext 29
THE ART
Art Den # 437 1019, ask for Marcia, Sandra or Elsa, email krackerjackkids@gmail.com
THE ART
Canvases, paints, brushes, stretchers, bars, mediums.
Sumi supplies: Rice paper 8 by 20 Hosho, Unryu 24 by 36, Variety bamboo brushes, sumi ink.
Watercolour paper, charcoal paper, pastel paper, various drawing media, willow charcoal, graphite compressed woodless (2B,4B,6B,8B) watersoluble, India ink, fixative, textile paint, dyes, fabric markers, silk lino, block printing ink, cutters, brayers, plus more
163 Amaryllis Row,
BAJAN REPORTER supporter of the arts in Barbados
Wonderful Website www.bajanreporter.com Also has a blog imparting opinions and uncovering Barbadian and Caribbean Arts and News. Bajan Reporter who has been a wonderful patron to the arts in Barbados
For emceeing Calypso Tents, voice-over Crop Over spots, freelance Tent reviews, marketing strategies, etc. You can reach Ian at either his Mobile (246) 266-1866 or BB PIN : 24ABD995
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Wynslo Philips Will be conducting classes in web page design, for those who wish to create their own web pages or maintain or update their existing ones. The address for this information is – www.islandart57.com.bb/gallery21.htm
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