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UWI Visual Arts Exhibition Highlights Emerging Talent and Creative Excellence

For Release Upon Receipt - April 24, 2026

St. Augustine


St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago – April 24, 2026 – The next generation of Caribbean artistic talent is on display as graduating students of Department of Creative & Festival Arts (DCFA), Visual Arts Unit, at The University of the West Indies (The UWI), St. Augustine Campus present their work at the Visual Arts Degree Exhibition 2026.

 The exhibition runs until May 1 at the Central Bank Museum, offering visitors a rare opportunity to engage with bold, thought-provoking works produced by the cohort of the Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts (Special) programme.

 Spanning drawing, painting and three-dimensional design, the exhibition reflects both the technical skill and conceptual depth developed by students over their three-year academic journey. The showcase also serves as their final academic assessment, presenting works that explore a wide range of ideas, identities and creative expressions.

 Curated by lecturers Michelle Boyd, Nikolai Noel and Steve Ouditt, the exhibition transforms the museum space into an immersive gallery experience, featuring a dynamic collection of artwork that challenge, inspire and invite reflection.

 The exhibition officially opened with a formal ceremony on April 20, with tributes to Kenwyn Crichlow, founder of the Visual Arts Programme, in recognition of his lasting contribution to arts education at DCFA and the wider creative community.

 As part of DCFA’s “40 Years Legacy” celebrations, the exhibition highlights the critical role of arts education in shaping cultural expression and creative industries in the region.

 Members of the public, including art enthusiasts, students, educators and alumni, are invited to experience the exhibition daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and witness the talent and vision of the next generation of Caribbean artists.

 Further information can be received from Michelle Wellington at 662-2002 ext. 85456 or via email at michelle.wellington@uwi.edu.

 

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About The University of the West Indies

 The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has played a crucial role in Caribbean development for over 75 years, consistently contributing to the improvement of the well-being of people across the region.

Established in 1948 as a university college of London in Jamaica, with just 33 medical students, UWI has grown into an internationally respected, global university with nearly 50,000 students. Today, it boasts five campuses: Mona in Jamaica, St. Augustine in Trinidad and Tobago, Cave Hill in Barbados, Five Islands in Antigua and Barbuda, and its Global Campus, along with international centres in partnership with universities across North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Europe.

 The UWI offers over 1000 certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate degree options in Culture, Creative and Performing Arts, Food and Agriculture, Engineering, Humanities and Education, Law, Medical Sciences, Science and Technology, Social Sciences, and Sport. As the leading university in the Caribbean, it is home to the largest pool of intellect and expertise in the region, dedicated to addressing the critical issues facing both the Caribbean and the wider world.

 Validated by its inclusion in the Times Higher Education (THE) annual rankings since 2018, The UWI has affirmed its position as one of the top universities globally. It stands out as the only English-speaking institution in the Caribbean featured in four of THE's prestigious ranking lists. The World University Rankings evaluate over 2,000 research-focused universities worldwide, while the Golden Age University Rankings highlight institutions established between 50 and 80 years ago. The Latin America Rankings focus specifically on universities within Latin America and the Caribbean. Additionally, the Impact Rankings assess universities based on their contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 This recognition has also springboarded the establishment of The UWI’s International School for Development Justice (ISDJ), a global online graduate business school aimed at preparing future leaders for sustainable development.

 The UWI is an SDG-engaged university consistently recognised among the best in the world. Discover more at www.uwi.edu.

 

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