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Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2025: Celebrating Culture in Colour
From 26 November to 2 December 2025 , the twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda will once again come alive in a dazzling celebration of creativity. Now in its third edition, Antigua and Barbuda Art Week (ABAW) continues to grow as one of the region’s most vibrant cultural festivals. The 2025 theme, “Culture in Colour” , embraces expression in its fullest sense: art that is both rooted in local heritage and open to global influence. This is not just a festival but a movem
Support for Artists Affected by Hurricane Melissa
Melissa has left its mark, but our resilience paints a new beginning. Disasters do not only disrupt lives, they threaten the creative spirit that brings our communities to life. Across Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba , many artists now face the loss of their studios, tools and artworks, the very foundations of their livelihood. At Caribalent , our hearts go out to all who have been affected. We stand in solidarity with the artists whose creativity continues to be a beacon of hope for
FUZE Art Fair 2025: Where Culture, Colour & Creativity Collide
This October, Nassau will buzz with creativity, colour, and energy as FUZE Art Fair 2025 takes over Baha Mar. From October 22 to 26, the...
Patrick Eugène Brings Haitian Storytelling to the House of Dior
This year, Haitian American artist Patrick Eugène stepped into a defining moment of global recognition through the 10th anniversary of the Dior Lady Art initiative. Invited by the House of Dior to reinterpret the legendary Lady Dior handbag, Eugène has entered a rare creative circle where fine art meets couture. Photographs by Heather Sten and Marion Berrin. Courtesy of Mariane Ibrahim Gallery and Patrick Eugène. For Eugène, this collaboration is more than a design commission
Mother Caribbean: Mapping Identity Through Art
In Mother Caribbean , St Kitts and Nevis artist Sasha Herbert transforms portraiture into a celebration of regional heritage. At first glance, the painting captures the intimate gaze of its subject, but the viewer’s eye is drawn upward to the headwrap, a vibrant blue crown that unfurls into a map of the Caribbean islands and seas. Mother Caribbean by Sasha Herbert. Image courtesy of the artists via Instagram. Painted in acrylic on ply, the work exudes both strength and tend
Philomé Obin: The Master Painter Who Captured Haiti’s Soul
On August 6, 1986, Haiti bid farewell to one of its most revered artists, Philomé Obin. Born in 1892, Obin’s remarkable career spanned...
Rising as One Caribbean
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, communities across the region have once again shown what binds the Caribbean beyond geography, its people. From the smallest islands to the largest nations, there is a shared rhythm of resilience, empathy and togetherness that defines the region’s soul. At moments like these, art transcends expression and becomes language. Jamaican artist Taoszen captures this beautifully in his mural “Connection” , created in Curaçao. Four hands, each distin
Legacy in Colour: Kervin Andre Pays Homage to Haiti’s Hero
Through his striking artworks, Haitian artist Kervin Andre (Akomics Art) brings history to life, celebrating the resilience and identity of Haitian culture. One of his latest pieces portrays Jean-Jacques Dessalines, the fearless revolutionary leader, surrounded by generals and figures from the era, their stances filled with authority and determination. Andre’s attention to detail is remarkable: the ornate uniforms, the richly decorated throne, and the solemn expressions all e
Honouring Faith and Heritage: Juliet Thorburn’s Tribute to Jamaica’s Historic Churches
Religion has long been a cornerstone of Caribbean life, shaping communities, traditions, and cultural identity. Across the region, churches and places of worship are more than spiritual havens; they are living markers of history, resilience, and artistic expression. In her latest project, “A Watercolour Tribute to Historic Jamaican Churches” , artist Juliet Thorburn captures this enduring legacy with sensitivity and skill. Through delicate washes and meticulous attention to d
Designing with Nature: Sea Breezes, Light & Local Materials
A visual guide to creating airy, grounded spaces using island climate and natural elements to your advantage In the Caribbean, design is...
A Colour Story: Shades of the Caribbean in Everyday Life
In the Caribbean, colour is not merely visual, it is emotional, cultural and profoundly alive. It clings to walls and dances through...
The Art of Minimalism
Minimalism reveals beauty in simplicity—clean forms, mindful design, and intentional living inspire clarity, calm, and deeper connection.
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