Weekly News from the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
Exciting things have been happening at the National Gallery from Gypsy Jazz to brand new artwork produced by our Walkers Art Club students. It’s been a busy start to 2014 and we hope you’re taking full advantage of the Gallery’s offerings.
Registration is now open for two adult art programmes. The seascapes painting workshop with Christel Ibsen is nearly full and we’ve just opened registration for the popular drawing course with Gabrielle Wheaton. For more information on courses and workshops be sure to visit the National Gallery website at www.nationalgallery.org.ky
Our Story of Art and Gypsy Jazz Guitar
A Cayman Arts Festival Fringe Event
The National Gallery was pleased to collaborate once more with the Cayman Arts Festival to present, as part of the 2014 Fringe Events, an evening of art and music. Visitors were able to take a walk through of the exhibition Our Story of Art alongside a short talk and performance by Yorgui Loeffler’s unique gypsy jazz quartet. For more information on the Cayman Arts festival visit www.caymanartsfestival.com. To view images from the Fringe Event at the National Gallery click on the image above.
Registration Open Drawing Course
Drawing with Gabrielle Wheaton
Every Saturday morning 10:45 AM – 1:15 PM
22 March – 17 May (7 sessions)
(NO CLASS ON 19 and 26 APRIL)
$198 ($220 non-members)
For more information on our outreach programmes email [email protected].
Two Day Painting Workshop
Seascapes, Cayman style
Taught by Christel Ibsen assisted by Judy Mir
15 and 16 March 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Class limited to 12, $180 ($162 for members)
Registration closes 7 March or when class is full
Only five more spaces available
Many thanks to Christel and Judy for kindly donating the workshop fees to NGCI.
Join us for this rare opportunity to work with an artist and learn her secrets! At this workshop, Christel will teach you the techniques she uses to create multi-layered, textured paintings using mixed media, acrylic and oil.
The workshop will explore how the spectrum of light and contrasting hues are the most important factors to consider when attempting to capture the glorious colour and texture of the Caribbean waters and the Cayman beaches. Students will create a seascape by exploring reflection and the effect of light flickering on the water, creating life on a blank canvas.
For more information about this workshop email [email protected].
Photo by Courtney Platt
Call for Photographers
The National Gallery “Ivan Remembered” Exhibition
Ivan Remembered is an exhibition that will commemorate the ten-year anniversary of Hurricane Ivan. Featured photographers include Courtney Platt and David Wolfe, whose stunning photos of the aftermath of the storm formed part of NGCI’s 2004 Emergence exhibition, along with other members of the Cayman Islands community.
The exhibition will consist of 30 large format photographs, interspersed with quotes from the public remembering their experiences – both challenging and uplifting – during and after Hurricane Ivan. A short film, which was created by NGCI and Monster Media as part of Emergence and featuring well-known local artists, will also be on display.
NGCI is extending an invitation to exhibit to local photographers. We are seeking works with creative vision, in accordance with our position as an art gallery, although exceptional representational photography which provides a documentary visual account will also be considered. Please note that the successful images must be minimum 300 dpi and 2MB, or more, in size.
Photographers interested in participating in the exhibition are invited to submit works for consideration by the NGCI Exhibitions Committee.
DEADLINE for submissions is 25 April 2014.
The exhibition will run from 4 September – 27 September 2014 in the Lower Exhibition Hall (Main Gallery).
Outreach Programmes
Lighthouse Art Club
with Joseph Betty every Thursday 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
(No class on 6 March)
Art Talk for seniors and their family
with Kieshona Brown Every other Thursday 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Admission free, all welcome!
For more information on our outreach programmes email [email protected].
Artwork by Helena Frawley (Walkers Teens)
Kids and Families
Pre-schoolers and Parents
with Kieshona Brown every Friday 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Admission free, drop-in
Family Fun
with Kieshona Brown every Saturday 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
$5 per child or free for NGCI Family Members, drop-in (first come first served), for children and families!
For more information on our youth educational programmes email [email protected].
In the Brac…
Live Studio Night with Monte Lee Thornton
Sponsored By Coldwell Banker
Every Monday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM at the Cayman Brac, Coldwell Banker Office.
Outdoor Painting with Simone Scott
4th Saturday of the month 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Beach west of Divi Tiara abandoned Timeshares, South Side
Free for residents (visitors: $10 includes use of supplies)
Both residents and visitors can attend this open-air class and record their contemporary experiences and the beauty of the island.
Art for the Elderly with Simone Scott
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Kirkconnell Community Care Centre
Free for residents (incl. use of supplies)
This class is designed to allow people who live in rest homes to engage with art.
Sponsored by Ernst & Young.
For more information on our Cayman Brac programmes and events contact: Simone Scott Tel: (345) 917 7718 or email [email protected].
Volunteer with us!
Thank you to everyone who signed up to volunteer in 2014! There are a couple more volunteer positions to fill. Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community, meet new friends, learn new skills and gain valuable work experience. If you’re interested in volunteering at the National Gallery please send us an email or give us a call on (345) 945 8111. We would love to hear from you.
Opportunity of the week!
Volunteer Photographer: Events
Tasks involve: taking photographs of NGCI events. Events typically take place at the National Gallery during the evenings. On average there are 1-2 events per month each lasting about 2-4 hours. The Volunteer Photographer must bring their own equipment.
VISIT US!
GALLERY HOURS
Monday to Friday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sundays and Public Holidays Closed
Thank you Corporate Members!
Purchase NGCI Memberships for 2014…
2014 promises to be an exciting year for the National Gallery. The Gallery has seen some 17,800+ visitors in 2013 including young and old, locals and tourists. As you know, the Gallery offers a Permanent Collection Exhibition, a temporary exhibition space, an education centre including an auditorium, an arts library, and a fully equipped art studio, all within beautifully landscaped grounds in a fabulous location. Your membership enables us to continue with our busy exhibition schedule, education and outreach programming, and gives you the opportunity to be a part of and enjoy this wonderful cultural facility.
To renew your Gallery Membership or to purchase a gift membership stop by or give us a call on
(345) 945 8111.
School Tours
Schools can now book a tour for our current exhibition Our Story of Art. NGCI Active Learning Sessions are also available. These sessions explore the National Collection of art and cover different areas of the National Curriculum.
Both of these programmes are FREE for local schools, but must be booked in advance.
Group Visits
The National Gallery welcomes group visits. Contact us in advance to organise a guided tour or educational package. For more information on group tours click here.
Gallery Gift Shop
Art Supplies – The Gallery offers a wide variety of art supplies at reasonable prices.
The Gift Shop is located in the National Gallery’s lower exhibition hall. Proceeds from the Gallery Gift Shop help to fund our exhibitions and education programmes.
Maples Art Library
Building a new home, or thinking about updating your tired abode?
Stop by the NGCI Library, and browse through our collection of interior design, landscape design, and architecture books.
Featured Book: Interior Design by John F. Pile is considered by many to be the quintessential introduction to interior design as it is practised today.
This book is packed with over 750 photographs and diagrams to help illustrate the history, materials, elements, and social responsibility of interior design.
Community Events
(non-NGCI events)
The National Gallery seeks to “promote visual arts in and of the Cayman Islands”. Through this e-bulletin you can learn about other arts-related happenings in our community.
What’s Happening
Cayman Arts Festival 2014
6 – 15 February 2014
For festival information and tickets visit
www.caymanartsfestival.com
CI Humane Society
Bargain Book Sale
All proceeds benefit the animals
22 February 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
AL Tompson parking lot
VAS
Painting Loose in Acrylics II
Well known UK artist and instructor Carole Baker returns to instruct Workshop II
February 2014
For details about this workshop email [email protected]
or call (345) 546 9422
To the Edges of the World
Underwater and Land Photogallery
90 School Road George Town
Darvin Ebanks (345) 929 7181
Cayman Islands Craft Market (waterfront)
Come out and support our local artists.
Items on sale include prints and original pieces.
Please contact Cira Bush on (345) 929 4777
Opportunities
New Montessori By The Sea
Looking for creative, dynamic artists to
work with children for this year’s
live art auction!
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.mbts.ky
‘Red Sky at Night’ arts festival
Cayman National Cultural Foundation
1 March 2014
F.J. Harquail Cultural Centre
Contact: Lorna Bush / Rita Estevanovich
(345) 949 5477
Website: www.artscayman.org
‘Big Ole Looky Ya’ cultural festival
National Museum of the Cayman Islands
May & November 2014
National Museum, George Town
Contact: Maia Muttoo
(345) 949 8368
Website: www.museum.ky
Various events at the Visual Arts Society
Visual Arts Society of the Cayman Islands
The Watler House at Pedro’s Castle
Contact: Marry McCallum
(345) 327 0751
Website: www.visualartcayman.com
Disclaimer: the opinions expressed at non-National Gallery events are the artist(s)/organisations personal views/ideologies and do not necessarily reflect the views and ideology of the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands.
