Art Bytes
Dr Rachel Moseley-Wood, head of the Department of Literatures in English at UWI, Mona recently launched her 254-page book, Show Us as We Are: Place, Nation and Identity in Jamaican Film. The book examines 11 Jamaican films in detail and is already considered essential reading for students of Jamaican films. Dr Moseley-Wood says the book was
written for both academics and other readers.
 Hurricanes have hit us for centuries. So it’s no surprise to see them depicted in historical artwork. |
 Isaac Mendes Belisario was one of the earliest artists to depict Jamaican culture. This character sketch, “Koo-Koo, or |
 This month of August marks two significant anniversaries for Jamaica: Emancipation Day (August 1) and Independence Day (August 6). |
 The National Gallery of Jamaica will once again be hosting its educational workshop Writivity: How to Look at Artwork. |
 ► Men in Art - October 2023 |
 Calling all Artists! The Sky Gallery invites you to submit your best works for showcase during our 2023 exhibition season at theskygalleryja.com/exhibitionapply. |