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Art in The Cayman Islands

Have you heard the old adage, "A picture speaks a thousand words"? Well, time-honored theories of art, by the imitation of nature unfold the mystery of this saying, and Cayman art works by prominent Cayman artists and painters are no exception to that.

We're grateful to Lopa Bhattacharya for providing this insight into Cayman Island Art. A visit to The Cayman Islands is not complete without seeing and understanding the local art. Lopa explains...

For ages, the superb art exponents have strived to explore the vibrant people and the beauty of the seas in simple, yet appealing paintings based on various hues of the Cayman beach-life. However, for a number of reasons, it has not been easy for the average homemaker to find exclusive artwork by Caribbean artists to adorn their home décor. It is here that online painting galleries comes to help you in your quest. Well, a number of them specialize in the exclusive collection of original Cayman art originating at the Cayman Islands, crafted by the region's most established, prominent artists.

Do you know that most of the Caribbean art works featured from the 1950's to the late 1960's unfold the most thorough artistic exposition on lifestyle of the Caribbean society during that period of the West Indian history? Yes, all the works of art, including Cayman art (by artists of the Cayman Islands), Cuban and Jamaican art (by artists of Cuba and Jamaica) depict the landmarks of this period, thereby giving them a transcendental appeal to art lovers of all generations.



 
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However, in spite of the richness and intensity of human life portrayed in Cayman art or other Caribbean forms of art, two of the prominent visionaries, David Moore and Clarion Charles have wondered why it has not been easy for the average buyers to find Caribbean art/Cayman artwork. However, today, with a unique online collection of poster prints, canvas art prints as well as craft items dedicated to the Caribbean culture and lifestyle, they can easily find significant Caribbean paintings as part of their home décor. Fascinating Cayman art lovers with paintings of prominent Caribbean painters, Caribbean art has found a significant place in the International art circuit, with exhibitions of Cayman art spanning decades of the artworks of brilliant Cayman painters.

Let us say a few words about their significant features:

The sea and its myriad hues are crucial to the paintings of all Caribbean artists, as are the histories that lie within the seas. Most of Cayman art is also inspired by the thoughts centered round the seas.

Most of Cayman art focuses on landscape paintings, depicting the Islands, primarily known for their sun, sea and sands. However, Cayman art of the 50's and 60's delve deep into the psyche of the Caribbean people, thus providing a refreshing perspective of the Caribbean Islands with the vibrance and simplicity of the West Indians.

The unique richness of the life of the seas in Cayman art lie in the simple, colorful landscapes that portray various lively scenes like kayakers enjoying their sailing in the seas, playing in the beach, resting in the shadows of the trees, cruise ships carrying people as well as the crisis and dangers of people in the cruise ships at the time of tempest. All these themes of Cayman art represent the timeless appeal of the art.

Not only Cayman art, rare collections of superb painters/craftsmen/sculptors of the world, which earlier used to be the exclusive items of museums and art collectors, today are made available through user-friendly online painting websites. Featuring the unique creative genius of master artists, they showcase their works to the world at the click of your mouse. With a host of art-galleries on the Internet featuring avant-garde and contemporary works, the world of art finds a greater exposure to the art connoisseurs globally. Just post your comments about a painting/artwork you want to buy, and you get all information about it in your e-mail ID. True, works of great art know no boundaries. And the Internet proves it, only too well!


** Lopa Bhattacharya (Banerjee) is a content writer/developer working on websites for overseas/Indian clientele. Has worked for various corporate website projects, CD-Rom presentations, brochures, flyers and other communication materials on varied themes ranging from travel, hotel industry, photography, web design and software development to US-based clubs and network communities. Was previously an editorial associate for a news, culture and entertainment portal based on the life and times of Kolkata.
 

 
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