Transforming Spaces 2012 was a smashing success! The team at the NAGB is still trying to recover from the tours,
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Highlight: Pictures from Transforming Spaces
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Feature from the Exhibition: Hot Summer Night
The dynamism of the florescent colors, the three-dimensionality of the African designs, and the essence of island life are an
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Be Firm But Be Fair: An Interview with Chief Curator, John Cox
Interview with Chief Curator from the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas, John Cox. Cox was born in Nassau and
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Highlight: Pictures from the ‘As We Knew Him’ Exhibition Opening
The exhibition opening for 'As We Knew Him' was a raging success! With an estimated crowd of over 350 people,
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Review: All-Star Amateur Artists Night
The event was a success. Artworks were sold; amateur and professional artists mingled, classical music filled the air, family, friends and the local community came out to support the gallery and All-star Amateur Artists Night participants. In preparing for the event, there was a lot of behind the scene work and high expectations that needed to be meet.
As We Knew Him: One Family’s Tribute to Jackson Burnside
Feel free to contact The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas regarding any questions that you may have. Our number
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How To: The Proper Conservation and Preservation of Artworks on Paper
For the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas as well as other art galleries, museums, art collectors and appreciators, one’s storage system is an institution’s most important asset (besides the art of course). Without one, collections of priceless artworks and artefacts will deteriorate at rapid rates. Below are recommendations for the proper handling of works on paper.
Amos Ferguson Match Me If You Can: Photos of the Event
The NAGB staff and Mixed Media would like to wish our viewers a hearty Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and wonderful
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Feature: A Look Into the Role of the Curatorial Assistant
At The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas, the experience of the Curatorial Assistant is very similar to that of the Curatorial Trainee. This position is specialised in technical hands-on work that varies in duties from curatorial, to making sure that conservation and restoration are up to museum standards.
Feature from the National Collection: Emancipation Day Boat Cruise
The sight of colorful faces, the rock of the music, and the sway of the boat with a boisterous, energetic crowd are all felt in John Beadle’s Emancipation Day Boat Cruise. Viewing this piece is an experience in and of itself. The analogous colors of reds, oranges and yellows are aptly applied across the canvas. The painting also includes elements of drawing, collage and quilting.