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“Under the Galvanize Roof” Acrylic and Glitter on Canvas 36 in. X 48 in. 2026 By: Akilah Watts, Alanis Forde, Anna Gibson . Our exhibition “Reimagined II: Under the Galvanized Roof” has recently come to a close. In the following weeks we will be posting all the artwork from the exhibition. . A big thank you to @caribbeanbrushstrokes for helping us to bring this exhibition to life and to @frameartco for always believing in us and providing the frame for this piece which, fun fact was on our first ever collaborative artwork when we did Reimagined: Unspoken Bodies and Space @frameartco back in 2021. . Reimagined Il: Under the Galvanize Roof brings together the artistic colors of Akilah Watts, Alanis Forde, and Anna Gibson, three Barbadian Female artists whose practices explore the complexities of identity, memory, and place. The exhibition takes its title from the ever-prominent galvanized roof, a symbol of Caribbean domesticity, resilience, and adaptation. Beneath this shelter, the artists reimagine what it means to exist, create, dream and escape within and beyond the island’s cultural and physical landscapes. Each artist contributes a distinct visual language that intertwines personal narrative with collective history. Watts’ evocative portraits reflect quiet introspection and emotional depth while Forde explores the tensions between vulnerability and empowerment through layered, expressive figures, and Gibson examines the elements of nostalgia, vulnerability of self and belonging, embedded in Caribbean spaces. Together, their works challenge static representations of Barbadian womanhood and assert the fluid, multifaceted nature of contemporary Caribbean identity. Reimagined Il encourages these conversations within a broader dialogue of transformation. The “galvanize roof” becomes not only a marker of protection and familiarity, but a metaphorical structure under which new stories, visions, and possibilities take form.

Off In She Own World Acrylic on Canvas 32” x 48” 2026 This painting holds a deeply personal place in my heart. It was the very first piece I created for the group exhibition Reimagined II. During that time, I was navigating the challenges of new motherhood while trying to balance caring for my newborn and preparing work for an upcoming show. The posture, emotion, and overall mood of this piece capture exactly how I felt in that season of life. A special thank you to Anna for bringing my vision to life and beautifully incorporating the illustrated and animated floral elements into the work. #art #painting #portrait

Starstruck Acrylic on Canvas 36 in. X 48 in. 2026 By:Akilah Watts & Anna Gibson Exhibition: Reimagined II: Under the Galvanized Roof No. 3 within the living room of the exhibition. This piece serves as embodiment of the family tv/living room. Growing up with that one main tv with limited to no channels but the knowledge that at 7:00 pm the Evening News would be on, or on Saturday mornings you’d be watching cartoons. This piece speaks to the feeling of immersing oneself in such entertainment. #tv #oldschooltv #art #painting #acrylic painting

‘Welcome’ Acrylic on Canvas 24in. x 36 in. 2026 By: Alanis Forde and Anna Gibson Back from work and feeling blue kick off ya shoes and come inside. A familiar welcome to a Bajan home with shoes all over the mat cause we not bringing de dirt inside. The second introductory painting from Reimagined II: Under the Galvanized Roof. From here on we will be sharing paintings from each room so again welcome!

Reimagined II: Under the Galvanized Roof- Meet the Artists 21.03.2026 Akilah Watts, Alanis Forde and Anna Gibson

Step inside the story. 🎨 Join us this Saturday, March 21st from 2PM–4PM at Caribbean Brushstrokes, Pelican Island for a special Meet the Artists event celebrating Reimagined II: Under the Galvanized Roof. Spend the afternoon in conversation with Akilah Watts, Alanis Forde, and Anna Gibson as they share the inspiration, process, and perspectives behind their compelling works. This exhibition explores contemporary Bajan voices through art that is thoughtful, bold, and deeply rooted in place. Whether you’re a collector, an art lover, or simply curious, this is a wonderful opportunity to engage directly with the artists and experience the exhibition in a more personal way. Come for the art, stay for the conversation, and celebrate the creativity of a new generation of Barbadian artists. 📍 Caribbean Brushstrokes, Building 1, Pelican Island, Bridgetown 🗓 Saturday, March 21st ⏰ 2PM – 4PM #CaribbeanBrushstrokes #MeetTheArtists #BarbadianArt #PelicanIsland #SupportLocalArtists

Reimagined II : Under the Galvanized Roof Akilah Watts Alanis Forde Anna Gibson Opening Reception 11.03.2026

A sneak peak of our studio tour with inaugural FM-CLF Fellow Anna Gibson (@anner_er ) 💖🙌 The creative process over our 10-month fellowship - established in partnership with the @claralionelfdn - is accompanied by curator @natsmcguire , and will culminate in a public exhibition this summer. Stay tuned! 💫

🚨 MARCH 11TH. MARK IT. 🚨 Something powerful is about to rise under the galvanize roof at Caribbean Brushstrokes — and you do not want to miss this. Reimagined II: Under the Galvanize Roof brings together three fearless Barbadian women — Akilah Watts, Alanis Forde, and Anna Gibson — in an exhibition that pulses with identity, memory, vulnerability, resilience, and raw creative power. Beneath the iconic galvanized roof — that symbol of Caribbean shelter, survival, and adaptation — these artists reimagine what it means to exist, to dream, to create, and to become. Evocative portraits. Layered, expressive figures. Nostalgia woven with strength. Barbadian womanhood — fluid, complex, unapologetic. A conversation. A transformation. A redefinition. 🗓 March 11th ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 Caribbean Brushstrokes, Building 1, Pelican Village, Bridgetown Stand beneath the roof. Witness the reimagining. #CaribbeanBrushstrokes #ReimaginedII #UnderTheGalvanizeRoof #BarbadianArt #WomenInArt

Third and final mural up is @jordanssupermarketbb (Fitts Village) Sketch winner: @anner_er Mural Team 3 Lead artists - @anner_er @beyarodriguez . 📹: Romario Hunte . #muralteam #mural #muralpainting #carifesta #carifestaxv

✨New Acquisitions✨ Coming out of the @carifestaxv festivities, the Board of the Barbados National Art Gallery is delighted to share news of the acquisition of six artworks by four artists into the collection! Four artworks by Russell Watson (@russell._watson ), Simone Asia (@simoneasiart ) and Anna Gibson (@anner_er ) were selected for acquisition from the @freshmilkbarbados exhibition “Where are the Tendernesses?” at @caribbeanbrushstrokes gallery. This marks the first time these seminal Barbadian artists are represented in the BNAG collection. In addition, two artworks by Guyanese artist Dominique Hunter (@dhunter.art ) were acquired from the “Two Voices” @carifestaxv exhibition at the Grande Salle, curated by Dennis de Caires (@dennis_de_caires ). This commemorates the occasion of regional exchange that Carifesta celebrates, and continues the expansion of the BNAG’s scope of contemporary Caribbean art. We are honoured to welcome these artists into the collection! #bnag #carifesta #barbadianart #caribbeanart

We’re counting down the minutes until the Across the Wall Bus Tour TODAY August 29th, 2025! !!!! We’ll be meeting at Golden Square Freedom Park and departing promptly at 11:00 AM, so registered participants are advised to arrive by 10:30 AM to check in and get settled. This is going to be an unforgettable adventure, and we can’t wait to explore with you! Get ready for a day full of amazing sights and great company. See you there! #bustour #muraltour #CARIFESTA #CARIFESTAXV