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AN ISLAND OF ARTISTS
One way to discover Antigua
is through the eyes of its vibrant art community. Experience an island-wide adventure by visiting some amazing art galleries and artists who have open studios. The rare opportunity to meet and buy direct from local artists should not be missed. Along with the galleries here are top artists who receive visitors to their studios. We suggest you always call ahead to con rm opening hours.
David Cadogan T 561-1627 www.davidcadogan.com
Is a watercolourist who specialises in portraiture and the beauty of boats and local life. He produces high quality prints and originals. He works from the Sail Loft just off the main road in English Harbour.
Dina Brozzi Goodenough
T. 764-5594 - www.dinadebrozzi.com Is a classically-trained, ne artist with an impressive portfolio of commissions and collections that spans the globe. Her studio is located on the main road in Falmouth: look for the sign ‘The Artist Studio’ just before Crab Hole Liquors. As a generous contribution to island art and culture Dina offers free classes to Antigua students.
Naydene Gonnella
T. 720-2423 - www.naydene.com Naydene’s pieces evolve in a process of painting and collaging several layers on canvas including sand and copper leaf. She works with a combination of oil paint, beeswax and mixed media creating subjects that range from portraits to pelicans and sea turtles. For more info and where to nd her paintings check her website.
Jennifer Meranto - T. 764-8035 www.yellowboat.com
Fuses photo and paint to create original pieces on canvas, paper and board. Her popular series of hand-painted photographs, published under the name Yellow Boat, can be found at many ne galleries and gift shops all over the Caribbean region. Her studio is in Turtle Bay off the main road in Falmouth.
Gilly Gobinet - T. 464-6084 www.gillygobinet.com
Gilly Gobinet has created a beautiful Art Gallery at her lovely, secluded waterfront residence in Fitches Creek on the north-east coast (near the airport). She truly captures the spirit of the Caribbean in her original paintings in acrylic & watercolor & in a selection of ne art greetings cards & prints. If you don’t nd what you want, she will happily accept commissions, including pet portraits - one of her specialities. Come and meet the artist at work on her latest piece! Check out the gallery on Tripadvisor at Gilly Gobinet Art.
Carl Henry - T. 562-5386 has his studio inside Nelson’s Dockyard. Carl transforms locally grown wood into functional and decorative pieces. Steps away, Dockyard Pottery carries artwork by local artists Nancy Nicholson, Sallie Harker and Jennifer Meranto.
Nancy Nicholson,
Rhythm of Blue Art Gallery
T. 562-2230/770-7888
Is a well-established potter with a distinctive style and her ocean-blue pieces grace many homes. She runs Rhythm of Blue, a gallery/gift shop that showcases a selection of local art and artfully made objects. Located on the main road in English Harbour next to Pirate’s Pizza.
Michael Strzalkowski (Scrim)
T. 772-5275 -www.scrimbones.com Is a scrimshaw artist who specialises in carved objects from wood, stone,
bones and precious metals. He shares his studio located in Dockyard Drive, English Harbour with Anna Lee Mills who creates beautiful custom made leather bags and more.
Cedars Pottery - T. 460-5293 www.cedarspottery.com
Is on Buckleys Road just minutes from Farara studio. Contemporary artists Michael and Imogen Hunt have teamed up to create modern organic ceramics from clay, stone and wood. Their range is vast and original: from teapots to large installations.
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.
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