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Last Updated: Feb 2, 2010 - 10:31:17 AM |
 Freeport, Bahamas - It is a pleasure for the art lovers of Grand Bahama to have Senator
David Thompson open the annual Valentine Art Exhibition that has for
over 14 years showcased the art works of the Grand Bahama Artist
Association on January 4th.
Senator David Thompson will hopefully induce
Grand Bahama to include in their Valentine celebrations plans, the Art
Experience provided by the Bahamas National Trust and the Grand Bahama
Artists Association.
For the month of February, in the
professional setting of Glory Banks Art Gallery at the Rand Nature
Centre, residents and visitors will have an opportunity to view and
purchase an eclectic collection of works of still life, sea/landscape
and abstracts in a variety of mediums, many that are tributes to Grand
Bahama Island and its history.
In the Bahamas we continue to
be made aware of the emphasis that the Government of the Bahamas has
placed on Art and Culture by actively promoting Art and Culture.
On
Grand Bahama, the Glory Banks Art Gallery at the Bahamas National Trust
actively promotes many cultural, educational and artistic exhibits.
Glory
Banks, herself an artist, was anxious to give Grand Bahama, her adopted
home, a centre for art and entrusted the Bahamas National Trust to
carry out her dream. There are over 200 pieces in the Glory Banks
Collection in the Art Gallery, some of which are on permanent
exhibition.
A visitor to the Valentine Art Exhibition at the
Glory Banks Art Gallery not only can view and purchase exciting and
diverse art being produced on Grand Bahama Island but also has the
opportunity to see many aspects of Bahamian culture that is being
represented in the artistic works.
It has often been said
that art and culture can be a means for improving the quality of life.
Valentine Art Exhibition you could have the opportunity to meet the
artists who can personally give insight into their work. In addition if
someone in the family shows artistic talent, the Grand Bahama Artists
Association membership includes Art Teachers that provide art classes
in a variety of mediums.
It is important to note that one does
not need to spend a lot of money for an original art piece, the
Valentine Art Exhibition has a wide selection of beautiful art pieces
in all price ranges. Also there is a special feeling when you own an
original piece of art.
The Glory Banks Art Gallery is open
Monday to Friday 9 to 4 pm. Schools groups are welcomed and are
requested to book in advance by calling 352 5438.
The Bahamas
National Trust and the Glory Banks Art Gallery supports the activities
of the Grand Bahama Artists Association, a non-profit organization
whose mission is to; facilitate artists’ development by supporting and
promoting art and artist on the island.
We are all working
together on Grand Bahama to establish an appreciation of Arts and
Culture which assists Grand Bahamas’s development. An Art and Cultural
community with traditions and heritage attract tourists, create jobs
and generate income as an artistic community.
We look forward
to seeing you at the Valentine Art Exhibition during the month of
February.
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