Digital art - The Jamaican revolution
Illustration and painting have traditionally been viewed as two distinct areas of study. While painting is considered to be inspired and culturally significant, it is also considered financially unrewarding.
Historic exhibition opens at National Gallery
The National Gallery of Jamaica hosts Isaac Mendes Bellisario: Art and Emancipation in Jamaica from March 2 to April 12. Opening ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m. and will feature Jonkonnu and classical music.
African culture invades Port Maria
On the morning of Sunday, February 17, the tranquility of the seaside town of Port Maria was shattered and the Claude Stuart Park was transformed into a melting pot of African culture.
Book Review - Intimate experiences
Jamaican-born poet and prose writer Opal Palmer Adisa says in her book, Eros Muse, "Writing is an orgasmic rapture that allows me to participate and enjoy life on multiple levels, through many people and at different periods in time."
Literary Arts - Sin of a Preacher Man
George Johnson straightened his tie. His hands shook a little and he reminded himself to take a swig of brandy before he left home. His wife was usually the one to help him with this sort of thing. He could see her behind him in the mirror as she lay on the bed they had shared for most of their 18 years of marriage. Her body was a small mound among the sheets under which she took cover for warmth. Her eyes were closed, but she moaned every few minutes or so.
Guest Reviewer (Daviot Kelly) - More than just a 'music book'
Mango Time: Folk Songs Of Jamaica, despite its name, is more than just a music book. Of course, the majority of its pages are filled with the lyrics and music of popular and not-so-popular folk songs that have been passed down through generations.
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