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The ideal female body type is getting even harder to attain

(THE CONVERSATION) – Day after day, we’re bombarded with so many media messages that rarely do we stop to think about what they’re telling us to think, do or feel.

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Team Bahamas brings home the hardware

THE Bahamas Bodybuilders and Fitness Federation’s eight-member team returned yesterday from the Central American and Caribbean Bodybuilding Championships in San Salvador, El Salvador, over the weekend.

Gendered norms without updated expectations and skills

MANY Bahamians argue that men must be men; they must earn more than their wives or partners, they must be educated and they must be good providers.

THE ART OF GRAPHIX: Putting a face on painting creativity

The name ‘Candy Clowns’ has created a sparkle in the eyes and heart of every child who is looking for the experience of a lifetime. This face painting business can be seen all over town at fairs, fun days, promotional events and parties.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Doing Justice to artistic potential

I have always been encouraged by the wealth of art interpretations displayed in various forms by many Bahamians. And it is just as overwhelming to finally catch up with a youngster who is not only a cartoonist but multi-talented, business minded and truly cares about society’s destiny.

Crafting clients for life

Carpentry is truly an art of its kind, especially when a wooden log that has passed through a carpenter’s hand earns its identity, character or appeal once crafted.

Adding our tribute to Kingsley Poitier, a sporting giant

THE Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture extends heartfelt condolences on the passing of the late Kingsley Poitier, who passed away on April 19.

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Massage on the move

For the past 11 years, Nadia Beneby has dedicated her time and passion to massage therapy.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Design veteran who makes a statement

The quote, “if you don’t build your dreams, someone will hire you to help build theirs”, was coined by Tony Gaskins and holds true for many procrastinators. But not for Cedric Storr, whose name has always being synonymous with the Bahamian design world.

ART OF GRAPHIX: The blessings from your design career

The name ‘deketaDesigns’ is synonymous with versatility and style, and Tonika Cox, a young entrepreneur and graphic designer, is starting to make a name for herself in this industry. While browsing online and looking for new trends, she offers to share a few tips regarding her career.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Websites which deliver answers

Most business owners are aware of the benefits that come from owning a website, but perhaps do not know how to create one. They are left with no other choice but to hire a web designer, a big step in the right direction.

Persuading clients to see his vision

Do you believe that the only time we should ever look back in life is to see how far we have come? This is certainly something to ponder, considering the many challenges, failures and disappointments that sometimes seem to follow us daily.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Nailing down true forms of creativity

Reva Dean, pictured, is quickly becoming a popular household name in our community. This young lady makes magic wherever she goes, using her creative charm and ability to maximum effect.This lady, who wears many hats as a play writer, author, relatio

Electric Vehicle: Q and A

Q: What is an EV? An EV is an electric vehicle. It does not require any gasoline and is propelled by an electric motor using energy from the electricity grid or from solar, stored in rechargeable batteries.

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Who’s the boss? Bahamian women in leadership

TODAY, women all around the world are being celebrated for their advancements, achievements and strides they have made. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Architecture careers becoming an art form

Since the modernist movement in architecture in the early 1900s, building design has focused on expressing itself as a unique entity, becoming more expressive as art rather than architecture.

ART OF GRAPHIX: The art of having a constant focus

Albert Einstein says: “Creativity is just intelligence having fun.” Marie Evans, who has splashed and dabbed her paint brush across her canvas for many years, epitomises this description. And she is now sharing her passion as a Fine Art artist.

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ART OF GRAPHIX: Taking Junkanoo to the world stage

Angelique "Junkanoo Goddess” McKay is a household name not only to Junkanoo and Bahamian culture but throughout the world.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Designer says creativity given wings by church

Kristoff Rolle is not just a graphic designer, photographer or videographer, but a well-known presence on social media. Understanding that technology has no boundaries, he has an extraordinary talent and a mission to take online platforms and live st

ART OF GRAPHIX: The flowering of creativity

It is often said that not all gifts are created equal, which is something that design trendsetter, Machelle Brown, can attest to. This designer is often referred to as a “cut above the rest” in her field, as she produces impressive designs throughout