I did "research" for many list members two years ago for Caribbean
art. Unfortunately many of those sites are no longer online.
I have a fondness for Haitian Art (the site with history of
Haiti/Haitian art has changed though - background info is no longer on
their site).
I have a book on contemporary Caribbean Art that is quite good. I
think I got is from the Smithsonian.
Here is a book you might be able to track down:
Caribbean Art, by Veerle Poupeye.
"In this much-needed in-depth study of the Caribbean's rich art
history, Belgium-born, Jamaica-based art historian and teacher Veerle
Poupeye presents a thoroughly researched, effective and compact view
of interwoven indigenous, African, European and Asian influences that
fuel the region's vibrant artistic output."
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0500203067/ref=pd_sxp_f/103-1890408-6867061
Get one used for a little as $5.40
Breanne, I would love to have your lessons inspired by Caribbean art
on Incredible Art Department. You could do something with foil tooling
(inspired by the steel drum art)....some kind of mask.... and
paintings.
I posted a site quite some time ago that had architecture facades -
ceramic relief to show the colorful architecture.
Judy
On 7/1/05, BSoviero@aol.com <BSoviero@aol.com> wrote:
> Hi all-
>
> Just a quick question... Has anyone ever researched Caribbean art online? I
> am looking for some good sites with local history and information about
> indigenous artists, etc. I have done some research already - but many sites
> lead to local artists (with fantastic work!). I know how layered and varied
> the Caribbean cultures are...created by people from all over the world - but
> I figured I'd ask you all - in case anyone has more insight, or has done
> research in the past. I know we have a list member from one of the gorgeous
> U.S. Virgin Islands... Any thoughts would be appreciated!
>
> :) Breanne
> K-5 * Long Island---
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