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The Caribbean is often imagined through its islands, but its cultural influence extends well beyond their shores. Along the eastern coast of Costa Rica, the province of Limón offers a distinct expression of Caribbean life, shaped by its landscapes, traditions, music and cultural heritage. For artist José Joaquín Rodríguez, this environment provides a rich source of inspiration. Through his paintings, Rodríguez turns his attention to the familiar surroundings of Limón, capturi

Barbadian artist Rae Garnes brings together portraiture, abstraction and reflections on heritage, memory and community in Remembering Identity, his first solo exhibition at the Gallery of Caribbean Art in Speightstown. Open to the public from 2 to 14 November 2026, the exhibition marks an important milestone in the artist's creative journey. The Gallery of Caribbean Art in Speightstown, Barbados, is presenting Remembering Identity, a solo exhibition by Barbadian artist Rae Ga

From exhibition fees and open calls to competitions, residencies and creative programmes, paid opportunities are increasingly part of the creative landscape. But before committing your time, talent or money, what should you consider? Opportunities play an important role in the development of a creative practice. They can introduce creatives to new audiences, create professional connections, provide valuable experience and open doors to possibilities that may otherwise remain

One year after Hurricane Melissa devastated parts of Jamaica, a monumental sculpture in Montego Bay honours the strength, solidarity and helping hands that continue to shape the nation’s recovery. One year after Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact on Jamaica, a new landmark in Montego Bay is offering a powerful reminder of what it means to rise together. Titled Together We Rise, the 62-foot monument is the work of acclaimed Jamaican sculptor Scheed Cole. Commissioned by Ch

From international artist residencies and exhibition opportunities to grants and creative competitions, here are ten opportunities for artists and creative practitioners to consider this November. Creatives looking to develop their practice, exhibit internationally or secure funding for upcoming projects have several opportunities to explore this November. The latest selection includes artist residencies in Canada and the United States, international competitions, exhibition

Photographers Alan Smith and Radi Konstantinov explore the remnants of Jamaica’s railway in an exhibition curated by Emma Miles, opening in Kingston on November 27. What remains of a railway after the trains stop running? In Jamaica, the answer can be found in the structures, landscapes and communities that have developed around its former routes. Life on the Line, an upcoming photographic exhibition by Alan Smith and Radi Konstantinov, turns its attention to these traces of

Dominican Republic visual artist Angurria has completed Un MAR de Gente / From Every Shore, a monumental mural spanning the 29-storey Morrisania Air Rights residential tower in the Bronx, New York. The work transforms the building’s facade into a celebration of the people, cultures and generations that shape the surrounding community, bringing Caribbean artistic expression into a prominent public space. A Portrait of Community Across Generations The mural’s composition unfold

After 17 years in the Caribbean, the art fair will bring more than 35 artists to Harlem from November 20 to 22, showcasing work from across the Caribbean and the wider diaspora. The Caribbean Fine Art Fair (CaFA Fair) is heading to New York City for the first time, bringing together artists from across the Caribbean and its diaspora for a three-day event in Harlem. Taking place from November 20 to 22, 2026, the inaugural Caribbean Fine Art Fair NYC will be held at the Caribbe

Moving away from the Caribbean does not necessarily mean leaving its culture behind. Sometimes, the connection shows up in unexpected places: a supermarket aisle, a song playing through someone's headphones or a familiar expression that slips into conversation without a second thought. For Caribbean people living abroad, these moments can offer a sense of familiarity in places that may otherwise feel far removed from home. For others, the connection is maintained while living

The two-day festival will transform Ciudad Nueva into a gathering place for art, live performances, food and creative expression on November 7 and 8, 2026. The streets of Ciudad Nueva, Santo Domingo, will once again become a meeting point for Dominican creativity when CAYE Festival returns on November 7 and 8, 2026. Created to celebrate Dominican identity, history and future, CAYE brings together different forms of creative expression in an event that extends beyond music an

The towering artwork celebrates the diversity of New York City, bringing together generations, cultures and communities, including the Caribbean people who help shape the city. Dominican visual artist Angurria has completed Un MAR de Gente / From Every Shore, a monumental 290-foot mural spanning the 29-storey Morrisania Air Rights residential tower in the Bronx, New York. The work transforms the building’s facade into a celebration of the people, cultures and generations that

Haitian artist Edouard Duval-Carrié draws on Vodou spirituality, history and the Haitian diaspora to create richly layered works that examine identity, cultural memory and the experiences that shape Haitian life. Through his practice, Duval-Carrié engages with Haiti’s complex history and cultural traditions, bringing together spiritual references and historical narratives to explore how the past continues to inform the present. The artist is the subject of a documentary by th

The fourth edition of the contemporary art fair takes place in Nassau from October 21 - 25, 2026, under the theme “Coming Home”. The Caribbean’s contemporary art scene will take centre stage in Nassau, The Bahamas, this month as FUZE Caribbean Art Fair returns for its fourth edition, bringing together more than 100 artists and over 20 galleries, museums and cultural institutions from across the region and beyond. Taking place from October 21 to 25 at Baha Mar, FUZE is the of

When a community needs a mural, who should get the opportunity to create it? A recent controversy in Bristol, UK has sparked a wider conversation about artificial intelligence, artists and creative opportunities. An AI-generated mural was installed on the side of the Jolly Colliers pub in Bedminster, an area well known for its street art culture. The mural featured Bristol landmarks including the Clifton Suspension Bridge and hot air balloons. The response from the local crea

October brings several opportunities for Caribbean creatives looking to develop their practice, access international networks, or secure financial support. For creatives across the region, two upcoming opportunities stand out for their specific focus on Caribbean talent: the Tilting Axis Fellowship 2027 and the Art in Latin America × Espace Brownstone Artist Residency. Both have October deadlines and offer opportunities to take Caribbean creative practices into international

What if the things we overlook are actually the things worth remembering? For Guadeloupean artist Loïc Girard, known as AWOZ, the answer can be found in a pen, a sheet of paper and a careful look at the world around him. Working primarily in black and white, AWOZ transforms familiar scenes from Guadeloupe and the wider French Caribbean into detailed drawings. Buildings, streets, landscapes, boats, markets, vegetation and everyday moments become subjects worthy of attention. H

Caribbean style has never really been one thing. It changes from island to island, city to city, generation to generation. It can be loud and colourful, or simple and understated. It can come from the market, the dancehall, Carnival, church, the beach, a family wardrobe or a designer's studio. And right now, Caribbean creatives are giving all of it a new life. Across the region and the diaspora, designers, stylists, artists and makers are creating work that feels connected to

Antigua and Barbuda is preparing to welcome artists, creatives and art lovers for the fourth edition of Antigua and Barbuda Art Week, taking place from 11 to 18 November 2026. This year’s theme, “Every Destination Has a Story. Ours Is Told in Colour,” reflects the role of art in telling the story of the twin island nation. Throughout the week, visitors and locals will have the opportunity to experience the work of Antiguan and Barbudan artists through exhibitions, workshops,

Art does more than give us something beautiful to look at. Across the Caribbean, artists have long used their work to question the realities surrounding them, from climate change and access to our coastlines to colonial histories, inequality, identity and cultural memory. Their work asks us to look closer at the things we may have become accustomed to overlooking. When climate change becomes personal In Drawn Out to Sea, artist Wesley George, of Saint Vincent and the Grenadin

Kingston has never had to prove that it is creative. The Jamaican capital has given the world reggae, dancehall, visual art, fashion, literature, film, dance and countless other forms of cultural expression. Its influence extends far beyond the island, shaping how Jamaica and the Caribbean are understood around the world. The question is no longer whether Kingston has the creative energy. The question is whether Kingston can turn that energy into a sustainable creative econom