The Artist Statement: I have been working full time as a professional artist since moving to Grenada from the UK, in 2007.
My work can be found in homes throughout the Caribbean islands, the USA, England and Europe. There is also a piece of public art on Grand Anse Beach — a 30 foot mural on the back of the ‘Dive Grenada’ building, depicting Caribbean marine life. I have exhibited as a solo artist and also participated in collective exhibitions in the UK and Grenada.
After completing a BA Degree in Fine Art, I worked at “Harker’s Scenic Studios” in London, painting theatre sets for “The West End” and Glyndebourne Opera House. This progressed into designing sets and costumes for professional theatres. A love of working on a large scale relates to this time and is apparent in some of my paintings.
Essentially my work content is narrative, and the initial sense of the magic of Grenada (and the Caribbean) stays with me. I revel in the beach bars, fishermen casting nets at sunrise, the Easter tradition of making and flying kites in the Trade Winds, beauty of the natural landscape, the idiosyncratic and the idyllic. Light quality is an important element and I choose from my photographs with a focus on this.
I am proud of having 2 portraits of Grenadians shortlisted for the National Gallery BP Portrait Awards, in London. This was a global competition for which thousands of paintings were entered for selection, each year.
I also have a PGCE degrees in teaching, from the UK, where I taught Art to 11–18-year-old students for many years — which I rate as one of my best achievements, and it is wonderful to see the work of those who are now engaged in their own art careers.
The space is known as Laluna Art Project and comprised of “the enchanted forest + art studio,” which experiments with the connection between Art and Hospitality, and “The Monkey Bar” the food and beverage venue which features Sunday local cuisine. The Monkey Bar is open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from lunch to sunset and is also available for private events. Enter from the Portici beach public beach access in Point Salines.
The acre of beachfront land, continues to evolve with new art installations in the “Enchanted Forest” creating a platform of inventive creations, for instance, upcycling plastics into art sculptures.
The Art Space is a showcase for local and residing artists in Grenada. It is an opportunity for local talents to display and sell their artwork to a local and international clientele. All sales go 100% directly to the artist, allowing them the financial ability to continue their work. The Art Space is open for viewing every day from 9 am – 6 pm. For more info please visit this link.
Laluna
