Anguilla's art scene boasts a growing colony of acclaimed international and local artists and well over a dozen art galleries and studios. Pastels, watercolors, glass blowing, photography, sculpture and digital art are just some of the media represented. Each gallery and studio offers a superb choice of unique souvenirs. A brochure listing galleries and studios, complete with map and hours, is available at the Anguilla Tourist Board and most of the galleries. Browse through this gallery sampling and visit the artists online to preview their works and accomplishments.
CuisinArt Resort and Spa Art Gallery
Located at the resort on Rendezvous Bay. Antonio Nimiaci's gallery displays a fine selection of original art from Italy by world-renowned artists such as Antonio Biancalani, Antonio Terruso and Antonio Di Viccaro. Dominic Colanzi's sculptures also featured. Open Mon.-Sun. 9:30AM to 11:00PM.
Tel. 264-498-2000; www.cuisinartresort.com
Glass Island
Located at The Old Manse on the road to Sandy Ground. Italian artist Gianni Bracciali and his working glass studio produce original platters, tiles, jewellry and decorative objects. Glass Island is today's expression of the art of fusion, adopting modern techniques. Open Mon.-Fri. 9-5.
Tel. 264-497-3882; email: info@glassisland.com; www.glassisland.com
Loblolly Gallery
Located in the historic Rose Cottage in lower Valley, showcasing contemporary Caribbean art. The gallery is a cooperative of local artists and features original paintings, metal sculpture, pottery and an eclectic selection of craft items created by resident artists of Anguilla. Different styles and different mediums reflect the artists' love and passion for art and for Anguilla. Open Mon.-Sat. 10-5.
Tel. 264-497-6006; e-mail: contactus@loblollygallery.com; www.loblollygallery.com
Savannah Gallery
Located in the historic Lower Valley. Showcases contemporary Caribbean art including paintings, sculpture, crafts and prints from throughout the Caribbean; and an extensive Haitian art collection. Mon.-Sat. 10-5.
Tel. 497-2263; email: savannah@anguillanet.com; www.savannahgallery.com
Sea Rocks Studio
Digital & conventional images, oil and watercolor originals, reproductions and books. Works created on canvas with oil and acrylic. Digital images and Giclee prints. Buy online, visit the artist's studio in Searocks, near Island Harbour.
The Devonish Gallery
On the West End Road. Internationally acclaimed and honored Courtney Devonish is a sculptor and potter who works in wood and ceramics. His gallery also displays the works of other local, Caribbean and International artists and antique maps. Bead jewelry created by Carrolle Devonish is featured as well. Open 9:30 - 7:00 during season.
Tel. 264-497-2949.
World Art and Antiques Gallery
Located across from Wallblake Plantation House in The Valley; ongoing thematic exhibitions at Cap Juluca in Maundays Bay. Precious antiques, exotic collectibles and furnishings from around the world. Open Mon.-Fri. 10-3.
Tel. 264-497-5950; e-mail: worldart1@yahoo.com; www.worldartandantiques.com
Cheddie's Carving Studio
Main Road West. Cheddie Richardson, internationally acclaimed wood sculptor, works in mahogany, walnut, and especially driftwood portraying birds, dolphins, fish, and humans - some pieces have been cast in bronze supervised by the artist himself. One of a kind driftwood tables are breathtaking in their form and scope. Open Mon.-Sat., 10AM-6PM.
Tel.: 264-497-6027; e-mail: cheddie@anguillanet.com; http://www.cheddieonline.com
The Estate Hope Art Studio
Overlooks Crocus Bay and features fine works of textile art by Carol Richardson. Handmade quilts, wall hangings, hand bags, cushion covers, each with their unique character andstory brighten the room. Carol makes use of different colors, patterns andmaterials to express her creativity making pieces which are pleasant to the eye as well as the touch. Open 10-3. Tel. 264-497-8733.
