Last year, we introduced you to 12 amazing Caribbean artists. Some of them were illustrators, painters, graphic designers and the list goes on. But as we all know, the talent in this region is limitless so it’s only fair to shed some light on a few more of these talented beings. So here are 10 more artists you should pay attention to:
@oligarts
This pop artist hails from Haiti and his vibrant art can be found on cars, walls, tires – you name it. He takes inspiration from controversial issues, celebrities or historic icons to create amazing pieces.
@steph.mesa
This character designer creates well thought out pieces with deep and enlightening meanings. Above is a depiction of a shinigami which is a supernatural figure found in modern Japanese folklore. They are known as supernatural spirits that invite humans toward death.
@evr_art
The intricate detail of this painting is mind-blowing. Details are everything for this Belizean artist which make his work look so lifelike.
@artyouhungry
Similar to a buffet, @artyouhungry has a variety of art pieces to satisfy any of your artistic cravings. On her page you can find encaustic art, embroidery, experimental and oil paintings.
@ikemsmith
@ikeemsmith has this really cool series called “People I Made Up” and this is one of his characters. Meet “The Pervert Waiter”, a practioner of the dark arts with a kink for watching people ingest precious metals.
@keeksart
This Bajan talent dabbles in many different styles of art but the most intriguing are her pointillism pieces. It’s fascinating to see the amazing images that can be created from applying small distinct dots on a surface. This technique really encompasses the quote “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together”.
@bento_box
If you appreciate incredible acrylic/oil paintings of beautiful women, icons and characters then this Antiguan’s artwork would fascinate you.
@shania_ali711
The detailing of this wonder woman portrait is what caught my attention. This self-taught artist also experiments with prismacolor and acrylic but it’s her pencil drawings that wows you the most.
@king_midas._
@king_midas._ categories himself as a concept/digital artist and illustrator. His work can range from sketches of superheroes to digital drawings of mythical creatures to portraits.
@emelle_arts
Ever heard about Afro futurism? Well that’s what this Trini’s artwork embodies. She designs portraits of black, mystical characters with her own distinct flair.
@blendcuracao
The murals created by this artist are colourful, inspiring and breath-taking. If you ever happen to venture to Curaçao, please take a quirky pic by one of his pieces and send it to me.
@lindonmitchel
Creating different tones and shades with watercolour paints is a task but this Trini artist makes it look effortless. Especially, when you look at the outcome of this realistic image.
