Jamaican art galleries

Jamaican art is similar to the African art form, representing the cultures, traditions and history that surrounds the Jamaican society. Here is a list of a number of art galleries in Jamaica to enjoy and cherish Jamaican Art.

1: Wassi Art Gallery and Collectibles Wassi Art Gallery and Collectibles is one of the most interesting shops in Devon House. All the merchandise is made by Wassi Art, a labor-intensive, low-tech Jamaican method.Look for functional, durable kitchenware prized by Jamaican homeowners for its eco-sensitive, earthy appeal. Anything you buy can be shipped via FedEx. Items cost from $5 to $2,000.

2: Things Jamaican
Things Jamaican is affiliated with the government and set up to encourage the development of Jamaican Arts and Crafts. There is an array of products, including rums, liqueurs, jerk seasonings, and jellies such as orange pepper. Look for Busha Browns fine Jamaica sauces, especially their spicy chutneys such as banana, and their spicy "love apple" sauce (it's actually tomato). Many items are carved from wood - not only sculptures, but salad bowls and trays as well. You'll also find hand-woven baskets and women's handbags made of bark (in Jamaica, these are known, unflatteringly, as "old lady bags").

3: Frame Centre Gallery
Frame Centre Gallery is one of the most important art galleries in Jamaica. Its founder and guiding force, Guy McIntosh, is widely respected as a patron of the Jamaican arts. There are three viewing areas and more than 300 works.

4: The Mutual Life Gallery
The Mutual Life Galleryis one of Jamaica's most prominent art galleries. This center offers an insight into the changing face of Jamaican art. The gallery's exhibitions are organized by Gilou Bauer, who encourages unknowns as well as showcasing established artists with flair. Exhibitions change once a month, but there are usually long-term exhibits as well. The gallery is a not-for-profit institution.
Mutual Life Centre, 2 Oxford Rd.