Art Galleries in Jamaica KINGSTON Alexander Cooper’s Gallery and Museum WHERE: Coopers Hill It’s a must stop. You are educated in the culture of Jamaica through more than just the strokes of Alexander Cooper. The museum collects and displays items from as early as colonial times in Jamaica such as sewing machines and tools. It also chronicles critical media personnel contributing to the promotion of Jamaica art history. The gallery boasts over 50 works detailing lifestyles of Jamaica in a historic order. ADMISSION FREE, but contributions accepted. Amaicraft WHERE: Market…
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The Art of Photography contest opens
Now in its 8th year, the Art of Photography Show is an established and critical force in the world of contemporary photography. The show provides tangible benefits to artists trying to break into the public eye. This well thought out international exhibition provides value to artists at every turn, from first-rate viewing in the judging process to exhibition and publication opportunities, photo industry connections and monetary awards. WEBSITE: www.artofphotographyshow.com EARLY ENTRY DISCOUNT: 25% OFF through February 14th! You don’t need to make your final selections by that date, you can…
Read More2011 Jamaica Potters Fair December 17, 18
On Saturday December 17th and Sunday December 18th, the Association of Jamaican Potters will be having it’s annual ART & CRAFT FAIR to be held on the grounds of the Forestry Department, 173 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 8 (just below the Tax Office and Constant Spring Post Office). The Fair hours are from 9 am to 5 pm. Get pottery and other items by local artists and artisans including paintings, prints, sculpture, jewelry, orchids, trees and plants. Parking will be available on the grounds and refreshments will be on sale
Read MoreLove tv features OAaSIS Intl, interviews Jamaican founder
Recently, the founder of OAaSIS International Foundation, started in Jamaica by Anthea McGibbon was interviewed about the entity by LOVE tv host Stephanie Hazle
Read MoreBig UP Jamaica’s Bryan McFarlane, US art professor-at-large
Jamaica’s Bryan McFarlane has made strides and we are proud. He has been for several years now a professor of Fine Arts at the University of Massachusetts.
Read MoreArtful chat with Ja painter Barry Watson inspires ‘student’
Several artists fundamental to Jamaica art development were listed such as Watson and his children, Alexander Cooper, Kofi, Gene Pearson, Huie, Colin Garland
Read MoreFundamental fine artists to Jamaica’s heritage/history
The artists listed below have been fundamental in the development of the fine arts and history of Jamaica.
Read MoreJamaica’s landscape artist autographs work with excellence
SHAUN REID is a Jamaican artist extraordinaire. At his St Mary studio, he leads others into the world of art, starting some in their career
Read MoreJamaica landscape artist Shaun Reid destined for world fame
Jamaica artist Dwayne Hamilton of St Ann eyes art college
Dwayne Hamilton has had many experiences in his short life span, and sets out to tell his tale through his art.
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