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As we see the world reaching its boiling point politically, socially, and environmentally, it is sometimes difficult to know where to place ourselves as such a small nation with a limited influence in the world. 

However, there is a certain strength to be found outside this spotlight: we are not a global powerhouse, but we are guerrillas; we are grassroots, itinerant, we are organically growing and shifting communities. Most importantly, we are accessible, magic even, and we are real, despite the manicured image we constantly perpetuate and reform to sustain our life-blood, the insipid tourism industry. 

Featuring works by Carmen Chaparro, Dave Bavaria, Chase Schoonmaker, Antonio López, Alex Leasure and Dominique Knowles. Opening reception is set for 18th June at Popopstudios Gallery.  Check popopstudios.com for more information. 

It is a long upheld tradition in ‘the art world’ – that seemingly separate planet where for many it is baffling that one can take an unmade bed or a pile of bricks and call it art. Nevermind the fact this is all done with good conviction and reason – artists of all ages and in stages of their career can embark on the near-baptismal journey of the artist residency. Emerging or established artists uproot their lives and set those roots outside of their everyday  – for a period of weeks, months or even a year – and set out to make work and ruminate on their surroundings.

Popopstudios artist Tessa Whitehead was selected as a top ten emerging artist to watch at art fair Volta NY by industry publication, Art and Signature. This is the fourth year that Bahamian art studio and gallery Popopstudios has been selected to exhibit at the fair which took place from March 2-6 at Pier 90 in Hells Kitchen, New York City.