Artists of the Bahamas is a documentary film that explores the lives and works of key visual artists whose talents contributed to the initial art movement in the Bahamas. Interviews, still photos and archive footage are inter-cut with images of the artists’ works and we learn about the creative process that goes into their paintings, woodcuts, sculptures and installations.
The artists talk about the techniques they use to execute their ideas, from traditional brushes and charcoal, to palette knives, found objects, chainsaws and electronic media. The documentary concludes with the vibrant energy of Junkanoo, a great African festival that rivals both ‘Mardi Gras’ and ‘Carnaval’ in importance.
The sound track includes compositions by the legendary Bahamian musician “Peanuts” Taylor and young virtuoso drummer Ruppa-Pumpum.
Director
: Karen Arthur-Thomas Neuwirth
Producer
: Karen Arthur-Thomas Neuwirth
Introduction
: Sir Sidney Poitier
Principal Cast
: Amos Ferguson, Kendal Hanna, Max Taylor, Brent Malone,
Eddie Minnis, Dave Smith, Stan Burnside,
Jackson Burnside, Antonius Roberts, John Beadle, John Cox
Grand Bahama Heritage Foundation
and the Freeport Film Society announces a premiere screening for one show only on January 11th at the Regency Theatre. Screening will be at 3:00 PM. The filmmakers and featured artists will be here to take your questions and to share in a glass of wine. All proceeds to benefit the Grand Bahama Heritage Foundation. Please tell your family and friends. This is a terrific opportunity to celebrate Bahamian talent.
Tickets will be available for $20 in advance at:
Bandolera's in Port Lucaya,
Seventeen Shop,
THE Gallery at the Garden of the Groves,
Bahamian Tings,
or through Chantal Bethel or Laurie Tuchel. LnTuchel@gmail.com
Tickets are $25 at the door TODAY.
Don't miss this fabulous film!
Artists of the Bahamas
premiered at the Bahamas International Film Festival December 5th.
www.artistsofthebahamas.com
