"Exhibitions are kind of ephemeral moments, sometimes magic moments, and when they're gone, they're gone. - Hans-Ulrich Obrist, Swiss art curator, critic, and art historian"
It's exhibition time again and I am happy to announce that one of my pieces has been included in the Barbados Photographic Society's (BPS) "Black and White Moments". This year's edition was again curated by Ms. Giselle Walker and opened to the public on April 15, 2026. The selection process started back in December 2025 with a call for entries from all financial members of the Society. Final announcements were sent to the exhibitors in February 2026. My print "Saying No" was selected alongside the work of thirty-four (34) other Barbados-based photographers. As always, thanks go to my family members and friends who came out to support the exhibition. Special thanks to all the ones who pushed me when I needed it.
Exhibition Flyer for “Black and White Moments”.
My artist’s bio and my image, “Saying No”.
Opening night was quite the event, with over 200 art lovers coming to see the show. The night’s proceedings began with remarks from the gallery owner and the BPS President. The keynote speaker of the night, however, was renowned author Mrs. Denise Haynes, who delivered a most thoughtful address. Based on the feedback that I received that night, it seems like everyone enjoyed themselves, but more importantly, loved the displayed work and the discussions with the photographers about their craft.
As this exhibition proceeds, I wanted to offer a few basic tips for anyone who may want to join an exhibition or consider having one of their own. First, note that this is just a brief article on basic considerations. I am, in no way, an expert on the topic at hand. I always like to start with a definition. Oxford defines an exhibition as "a public display of works of art or items of interest, held in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair". As such, there are many different kinds of exhibitions for photographers. These can include solo, group, museum, retrospective, and nowadays, virtual/online. Note that the categories can and will sometimes overlap.
Here are a few tips to consider when entering or curating your own exhibition (strictly my own observations and not an exhaustive list by any means):
You should have a clear grasp of the theme and message of the exhibition that you are trying to enter or put together.
If you are a part of a curated group exhibition, you may have a limited number of images to submit for consideration.
If this is your own solo effort and you have to curate, make sure that you set a strict, core idea. Ask yourself if each image serves the theme or narrative that you're building, or if it should really a standalone image.
Themes can be either conceptual or visual, or a combination of both. Try to aim for some visual consistency in your topic, e.g. lighting, colour/black and white treatment, mood, etc..
Image selection is a key process. Give yourself self sufficient time before your submission deadline to consider all potential entries and get feedback from trusted and unbiased persons.
Avoid too much explanation in your caption. If you need too many words, your work may not be as cohesive as you think.
Determine the narrative flow as either telling a story or a fragmented collection.
Once you have your exhibition planned out, be sure to reach out and make relationships with galleries, museums and vendors like printers and framers. Some vendors may offer discounts to creatives.
A random fan found my print on opening night….okay, just kidding. This is my mum, making sure that I got “her picture with my picture”. Thanks for supporting, Mum!
"Black and White Moments" continues at the Caribbean Brushstrokes Gallery in Pelican Village, Bridgetown, Barbados, until May 9, 2026. Drop by the gallery and meet us at the "Meet the Artists" discussion evening on April 25, 2026!
Photographers participating are:
Adam Taylor . Alex Greenidge . Alison Elliot . Ann Marie Massiah . Audrey Bryan . Antonio Cheltenham . Beverly Lugay . Bradley Benskin . Bruce Evelyn . Carla Hinds . Charles McClean . Cheryl McCollin-Walker . Cheryl Small . Colbert Goddard . Elle Rene . Glyne Strickland . Hugh Walker . Jenny Gonsalves . Juliette Downes-Wilson . Kurk Rouse . Leslie St. John . Lynda Browne-Bristov . Markley Bryan . Michaela Williams . Niaz Dokrat . Nicole Phillips . Raquel Marshall . Ron Layne . Sherlock Lord . Sherry Williams . Stephen Cumberbatch . Stephen Sandiford . Sybil Edghill . Tiffany Jordan . Yvette Reid.