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Fig Tree Studio Art Gallery is situated in the heart of the rainforest in the tropical gardens of the artist Sallie Harker. Shaded by giant silk cotton and royal palm trees this gallery provides a fabulous opportunity to buy original artwork directly from the artist.
The gallery features a selection of original oil and watercolour paintings by Sallie Harker and other well-known Caribbean artists; there is also a selection of affordable prints and cards. The craft section features the work of leading contemporary Caribbean craftsmen: you will nd innovative black coral jewellery and recycled rope baskets from Bequia, banana leaf pictures from St Vincent, carved calabash from Dominica, traditional ceramic gures from Antigua, and many other good quality, hand made crafts. Come and enjoy fabulous Caribbean artwork in a unique setting.
Nel cuore delle foresta pluviale e nel bel giardino tropicale di Sallie Harker, artista e proprietaria, si trova un’affascinante galleria che vale una visita e magari... un acquisto!
Qui si respira una vera atmosfera “tropicale” e nel delizioso cottage situato all’ombra di giganti alberi (i silk cotton tree) e palme reali si possono acquistare opere originali direttamente dall’artista. La galleria propone anche una selezione di quadri ad olio e acquarello di Sally Harker, altri famosi artisti Caraibici, oltre che stampe e cartoline a prezzi accessibili, bellissime creazioni di famosi artigiani, gioielli in corallo nero, cestini provenienti da Bequia fatti con corde di riciclo portate dal mare, quadri fatti su foglie di banana provenienti da St. Vincent, calabash intarsiati dalla Dominica, statuette tradizionali di Antigua e molti altri simpatici oggetti.
Vale la pena una visita!
Jan Farara
T. 764-8803 - www.janfarara.com
Is a painter who works with vivid colour and exciting textures to create cheerful, abstract paintings and prints. Her beautiful home studio is off the beaten path in the middle of the island.
Sarah Fuller’s
T. 562-1264 - 726-1550 - www.sarahfullerpotter.com
Dutchman’s Bay studio features a wide selection of original thrown pottery that is distinctly Caribbean. She will show you the process from beginning to end in her studio tour.
Zemi Art Gallery - T. 562 7662 in Redcliffe Quay is an intimate gallery offering a modern and unique approach to local art and craft and carrying an exclusive collection of indigenous and authentic art which steps away from mass-produced souvenirs.
Stephen Murphy - T. 764 9627 - www.wadadliwatercolours.com is a native Antiguan who lived in Canada and was schooled at the Ontario College of Art and Design. He has travelled extensively to create his watercolours, drawing upon interesting street scenes and landscapes in such diverse areas of the globe. To see his work visit Zemi Art Gallery in Redcliffe Quay.
Taino’s Gallery & Gift Shop - T. 268 773 3544.
Located in Jolly Harbour, is owned by painter Luis Jarvis and represents artists from all over the island as well as Haiti and Santo Domingo.
Admiral’s Inn Art Gallery
T. 268 460-1027 - www.admiralsinnantigua.com
Renowned Caribbean artist, Kate Spencer, maintains a changing exhibition of her stunning, original oil paintings in the lobby of The Admiral’s Inn, an 18th century building with brick walls and hand- hewn beams. Kate paints colourful views of Caribbean life including landscapes, people and historic gures such as Admiral Nelson. Top- notch drinks and food are available on the waterfront terrace at adjacent Pillars Restaurant.
The Gunpowder House at Admiral’s Inn
T. 268 460-1027 - www.admiralsinnantigua.com
Arts Exhibits are housed inside the beautifully restored 18th century Gunpowder House, part of Admiral’s Inn in Nelson’s Dockyard. Special shows feature local Antiguan artists and more. Enjoy lunch at the adjacent Boom poolside restaurant with spectacular views of Nelson’s Dockyard or check into one of the unique Gunpowder Suites adjoining the Gunpowder House.
Elvie’s Pottery - T. 463-1888
Hiacint Hillhouse at Seaview Farm uses local clay to create, in the tradition of her mother and grandmother, coal pots for cooking, candle- holders and planters. The clay is red in open pits and each piece is one-of-a-kind from a design dating back to the early 18th century.
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