There has been the most wonderful cultural renaissance in Bermuda in the last twenty years. For a group of islands the geographical size of an American smaller town, the visual Arts in Bermuda have grown by leaps and bounds. In this short historical time, Masterworks Foundation, Bermuda National Gallery, Bermuda Maritime Museum, the Arts Centre at Dockyard, Bermuda Society of Arts, Bermuda Craft Market, Gallery 135 and Kaleidoscope Foundation have all taken root firmly in this island community. Permanent exhibition spaces within corporations such as Ace Ltd and Colonial Insurance have established themselves, as well as coffee shops showcasing the various local talents as the number of working artists has increased considerably.
After the beaches, the activities, the clothes-buying and the dinners there is always art. If taking home an example of local art is your desire, then you are spoiled for choice. And if it is one of those rare days of poor weather, the arts in Bermuda will put on quite a show. Choose one of the commercial locations to purchase a Bermuda memory or visit one of the museums to appreciate the world of Bermuda art and all of its influences.
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The Bermuda Craft Market
At The Bermuda Craft Market in Dockyard. you will find a diverse selection of original Bermuda Crafts ideal for that special present or simply for your own pleasure or collection. Established in 1987 by the Chamber of Commerce and the Department of Tourism as a unique outlet for Arts and Crafts in Bermuda, it now enjoys charity status and functions as the only successful cooperative in Bermuda. In the rustic setting of the old Cooperage Building, crafters display and demonstrate their artistry. There are handcrafted candles, cedar, ceramics, Christmas ornaments, decorative painting, decoupage, dolls, gems, glass jewelry and more. |
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Joan Forbes at Art House Gallery
Having mastered several artistic mediums, Joan Forbes, is an island treasure found. A native to Bermuda, her artistic renderings of the landscape, the homes and the flora and fauna are truly brilliant color works. Joan studied graphic design and fine art at Concordia University School of Art in Montreal, Canada, where she received many awards for outstanding work. Her ability as a precise draughtsman brought her success in the advertising world for many years. She opened her own studio, The Art House, in the mid seventies and it is here that she displays her original art along with a large selection of hand signed lithographs and unique crafts. Regularly commissioned, Joan's art is enjoyed by many world wide. |
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Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art
The Foundation was started in 1987 by its Director Tom Butterfield, who recognized that a unique body of artwork could be compiled to form a collection that would one day gain worldwide recognition. The new Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art is now open. Today, over one thousand pieces make up the collection (currently valued at over $7 million), including three works by Winslow Homer, as well as pieces by Georgia O’Keeffe, Charles Demuth, Marsden Hartley, Albert Gleizes and Ogden Pleissner. Other artists in the collection affirm the influence Bermuda’s beauty has had on the worldwide art scene. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 4pm. |
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Nicholas Lusher Antiques & Fine Art
Nicholas Lusher is a Bermuda-based dealer with nearly 30 years experience in the Trade. Having studied for a degree in Modern History at the University of London, England, he is additionally Sotheby’s Institute trained and has kept up his education in Art at NYU and Pratt Institute also in New York. He is arguably the most knowledgeable dealer in international art markets in Bermuda and is known to many colleagues in the US and the UK where he regularly visits and attends Fairs on the yearly Art circuit, dealers and auction houses. |
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Walker Christopher
Walker Christopher Ltd. showcases Bermuda’s most interesting fine jewelry. In addition to our own handmade creations, we feature eclectic pieces from around the world: Italian gold, Tahitian pearls, Australian opal and African fancy colored diamonds. We also specialize in custom design coin jewelry using treasure coins and ancient coins dating back to 550BC featuring historical figures such as Alexander the Great, Cleopatra and Julius Caesar. Located at 9 Front Street, Hamilton. 441-295-1466 |