52nd Independence Exhibition in collaboration with Silversands

Brief Bios of all of our artists for this exhibition on the way!

Asher Mains: is an interdisciplinary artist, scholar, and curator from Grenada, whose practice spans painting, installation, and community-based projects. Rooted in the Caribbean, his work often explores the intersections of ecology, identity, and relational aesthetics. In addition to his studio practice, Mains is an active voice in arts education and cultural discourse, contributing to regional and international conversations on contemporary art. As a curator, he has facilitated exhibitions that highlight underrepresented voices and foster cross-cultural dialogue. Mains has collaborated with a number of arts organizations and institutions, advancing initiatives that bridge creative practice with scholarly inquiry and public engagement.

Mains holds a B.A. in Intercultural Studies from Calvin College and an MFA in Creative Practice from Transart Institute, accredited by Plymouth University in the UK. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the European Graduate School in philosophy, art, and critical thought focused on the work of Edouard Glissant. Mains lives and works from Art House 473 in Grenada, where he continues to engage with his community and the global art scene.

Ashley Gibbs: I am a young creative born and raised in Grenada, seeking to depict Caribbean customs and everyday life through my art. I enjoy taking familiar scenes or objects and introducing an unexpected twist — one that reveals a deeper meaning or hidden message beneath the surface. I have always enjoyed realism so instead of with brushstrokes or colour application, this is how abstraction shows up in my work. Each piece invites the viewer to look closer: to uncover the story within, to guess what may be hidden, or even to attach a story of their own.

Atyiah Chetram: Atyiah Chetram is a Grenadian visual artist whose work explores Grenadian culture, identity, and national symbols, capturing the spirit and essence of the nation for local and global audiences.

Claudia Cárceles: I am a passionate traditional artist and biologist from Spain who has lived in Grenada for over seven years. I have worked for St. George’s University as a medical illustrator, but nowadays I am concentrating on big scale murals and more hands-on creative projects, experimenting with mediums such as watercolor, ink, and acrylic. I am currently embarked on my oil painting journey.

Denis Lyons: His first ever painting, was done using a piece of fabric he cut from an old T-shirt, after which, he wrapped it around a small branch, he got from the front yard; to make a paintbrush which he used to paint his name on his bedroom wall. With over 1000+ Exclusive Extraordinary art pieces in his collection. D.Lyonz is a seasoned multi disciplinary creator/professional artist, who specializes on hyper-realistic artwork using acrylics and pencils. D.Lyonz is also a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician by profession, who also loves expressing his artistic kreativity in the kitchen, not forgetting his aptitude and passion for Art. His passion began at the early age of seven, and as he grew older developed a deeper appreciation and heighten interest. “Every piece of art is hand builted from scratch and framed by DLyonz himself, using 0 premium Cotton canvas, therefore keeping his collections Authentically local.”

Diandra Ross-Baptiste: Diandra Ross-Baptiste moves through the world as both teacher and professional artist, carrying curiosity in one hand and care in the other. In the classroom, she listens closely—guiding students to trust their voices, to see learning as a creative act rather than a fixed path. In the studio, she works with the same attentiveness, shaping ideas into visual stories that ask questions about memory, identity, and inheritance. Her practice is rooted in the belief that art is not separate from daily life, but woven into how we understand ourselves and each other.

Elizabeth James: Elizabeth James left Grenada and moved to the United States at the age of eight. After teaching Mathematics for 25 years, she returns to Grenada to pursue her passion for art.

Elizabeth Lander: Elizabeth Lander is an Illustrator and Storyteller. She loves to draw scenes that show everyday life in a Historical or Cultural context. Her watercolour and ink paintings focus on the little details and overall atmosphere of the scenes she captures.

Fiona Greaves: Fiona is a self taught mixed media artist, I have been babbling in various medium for the past few years. I allow my spirit to flow thru my hands and onto the canvas. I never really know what will appear on the canvas.

Jesma Noel: Jesma Noel draws inspiration from scenes of Grenadian life, nature, and other subjects that speak to her. Her portfolio includes landscapes, still life, portraits, and abstract pieces, rendered in media such as charcoal, acrylic, and oil paints. Jesma continues to explore new ways of creating art that feels meaningful, seeing each piece as a reflection of lived and imagined experiences.

John Henry: John Henry is a Grenadian artist from Westerhall, St. David, whose passion for visual arts began at an early age during his primary school years and continued to bloom throughout the years. Working primarily with acrylics, John captures striking portraits, still life, and landscapes paintings that reflect his deep appreciation for nature and people. His paintings are known for their vibrant energy and emotional depth, often revealing the essence of his subjects through his unique artistic lens.

Jonah Mark: is a Grenadian visual artist whose paintings document the rhythms of everyday life and the built and ceremonial landscapes of the island. Working in a naïve, folk-inflected style, his practice is grounded in close observation, memory, and an intuitive commitment to place.

Kristianne Buxo: Kristianne Buxo is a self-taught artist working in acrylic and mixed media. Deeply connected to her Grenadian heritage, she draws inspiration from the island’s vibrant culture, people, and flora. Her work is distinguished by bright colours, patterned dot work, and pointillist techniques that merge representational and abstract forms.

Rashida Isaac: As a creative and artist, I marry my hobbies of art, craft and upcycling to produce pieces that have storytelling and functional value. My inspiration derives from my appreciation of my homeland and nature as evidenced through my artistic and crafty renditions of Grenada’s natural and social heritage

Rhennel Joseph: Rhennel Joseph is a Grenadian artist and designer whose work is deeply inspired by island culture, place, and emotion. Her art has been exhibited locally and internationally, including showcases in SoHo, New York, and at the Waving Art Gallery at Maurice Bishop International Airport. Her creative practice extends beyond canvas into functional art and spatial design. Rhennel has created custom nutmeg ornaments for Silversands Grenada and bespoke lighting installations for Aquarium Restaurant, Lance Aux Epines Cottages, and other restaurants and cafés across the island. Her work has also been acquired by international art collector Naguib Sawiris. Through each piece, Rhennel invites viewers to experience Grenada through texture, form, and feeling.

Seline Andrews: Born and raised in the beautiful island of Grenada, I am an artist who lives and breathes colour. While I work across various medias, my heart belongs to acrylics. Painting isn’t just my passion; it is my lifeline. Art has become my way of building a life that fits who I truly am. I find power in the small details of life. Through my art, I invite you to a world of connection where every brushstroke is a step toward healing, joy, and creative independence.

Shania Belmar: Shania Belmar is a young Grenadian self-taught artist. Her artwork consists of animals, flowers, sceneries, portraits, and different aspects of nature using pencil crayons, acrylic paint, and watercolor paint. She does not have a fixed artistic style, but her paintings tend to bounce between realism and surrealism. Exhibiting at several events in Grenada since 2023, she has gained recognition for her keen attention to detail. Shania aims to create work that explores the intersection of emotion and environment and invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences.

Stacey Byer: Stacey Byer is a Grenadian painter and author-illustrator. After graduating from Ringling College of Art and Design with a degree in Illustration, Stacey used her skills to promote art education and literacy on her island. Her interests include exploring art’s wider links with education, art therapy and environment, specifically for vulnerable groups such as women and children. She was the co-curator of the Women Make Art group and is one of the directors of the Grenada Book Festival.

Susan Mains: Self-taught artist lives and works in Grenada with 35+ years capturing Caribbean light, ritual, and cultural synthesis through painting, mixed media, installations, and video. Collected Internationally. Founder and director of Susan Mains Gallery (established 2002), a regional center for contemporary Caribbean art. Together with Asher Mains founded Art House 473 in 2018. Curator and commissioner of multiple Grenada Pavilions at the Venice Biennale (2015–2026). Awarded the British Empire Medal in 2020 for services to art in Grenada. Educator by background (M.Ed., D.Ed.), she brings keen insight into cultural dynamics and community engagement.

Susan Valentine: BFA in Sculpture and Photography. Current portfolio focused on pieces beginning with the process of searching for natural wood formations and uncovering the secrets of the woods formations. Also included in past exhibitions were photographs focused on the heritage and culture of the Island of Carriacou, Grenada

Sydney Brow: I’m Sydney Brow, a student artist here in Grenada where I make paintings to express my love for the weird and wonderful. In my free time, I like to go diving for underwater inspiration 🙂

Yudelvis Rabi: Soy un artista Cubano y mis obras son creadas aquí en Grenada. (I am a Cuban artist and my works are created here in Grenada)/