Junkanoo artisan builds Bahamas-centric business
WHEN AWARD winning actor Danny Glover mentioned he was tired of receiving regular old trophies - he has acquired many over the years - Bahamian artist Philip Gibson knew exactly what he would present the actor and other award recipients during the 2013 Bahamas International Film Festival.
In Ya Ear 2013 Music In Review
WITH JUST weeks left in 2013, In Ya Ear reflects on some of the most outstanding music highlights of the year. From the Caribbean Slide to the most recent Avante Guarden Global Battle of the Bands win, these artists made a memorable impact on the 2013 music scene this year.
Lady Maynard shines in ceramic art exhibition
Zoe Lady Maynard proved last week the truism that you are never too old to learn. After taking several ceramic classes she held her first exhibit in a private showing with friends and family.
Buyers respond to 'Father Knowledge/Mother Tongue' Exhibit
ALMOST half of the artwork mounted at Doongalik Art Gallery and Studios for the Father Knowledge, Mother Tongue exhibition by Bahamian artist Angelika Wallace -Whitfield was sold even before the show opened early this month.
Defending champion sets sights on $20,000 purse
Junkanoo shacks are abuzz as the days tick down to Boxing Day. However, in other corners of the Bahamas, in back yards and living rooms, another type of preparation is in full force. For Skipper Lansan Munroe, three time winner of the Sir Durward Knowles Festival of Lights boat parade, the routine is all too familiar.
Young filmmakers shine at premiere of camp shorts
CELEBRATING the talent of young Bahamian filmmakers and actors from across the Bahamas, the FilMAD Camp 2013 recently presented a sold out night of films at Galleria Cinemas JFK.
Fourever 1 vies for 2013 Australian radio award
THE girls group Fourever 1 is rallying the support of Bahamians in order to emerge as the winners of Australia’s Song of the Year competition.
'Simple Moments' by Tyler Johnston
A NEW photography exhibition by Bahamian artist and filmmaker Tyler Johnston is now filling the upstairs dining space at Van Breugel’s restaurant on Charlotte Street.
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The Children of The Bahamas Photography Exhibition
And then there were three
THE FINALISTS were chosen from hundreds of contestants and now the X Factor USA has a final three.
Legendary hotelier transforms property into art retreat
THE FAST paced life of Nassau and the tranquillity of the Family Islands co-exists in one place: A foot step into the doors of Casuarinas Resort and Different of Nassau owned by Netica Symonette, and guests are transported into a world of culture and heritage, just like old time Bahamas.
Baha Mar names John Cox as creative arts producer
In a unique step for a destination resort, Baha Mar has committed to the extensive use of Bahamian art as an inherent component of the guest experience.
Artist Spotlight: Darrenique Mortimer
HER ULTIMATE goal is to go global with her music, but for now, Bahamian Darrenique Mortimer is continuing her university studies and developing her craft.
Scott's 'Deep Blue View' x-rays underwater world
THE WATERS of the Bahamas serve as the focal point of Scott Aranha’s love for photography. At an early age Scott became fascinated with what was hidden beneath the ever-changing “blue window” of the sea.
Bahamian film makers shine at BIFF 2013
ON THE closing night of the Bahamas International Film Festival Travolta Cooper, director of the “Black Moses”, shared the stage with Hollywood actor Dennis Haysbert after presenting the provocative documentary on the life of Sir Lynden Pindling. The intricately woven documentary signed off a week of film festival activities that began with another set of Bahamian film makers.
