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Controversy Over Removal Of Artwork In City
[Updated] Both the artist and Corporation of Hamilton have spoken out about the removal of a mural in the City, with the City saying as the art “strayed from criteria” they “made the regretful decision to paint over the work so that it does not violate City policy and set a precedent going forward,” while the artist who painted... Read more of this article
Artist’s Work Used During Counter-Protests In VA
Aiming to make a point at the recent ‘Unite the Right’ white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, one man used a sign featuring a painting by Bermudian artist April Branco, using her work to help present a message of love and equality. Mark Martin contacted Ms Branco a few weeks ago asking permission to use a print of her painting... Read more of this article
Author & Artist Team Up For ‘Bermuda Blessings’
Join emerging author Pamela Barit Nolan and local artist April Branco for the upcoming release and signing of their first book ‘Bermuda Blessings’ at Brown & Co. on Saturday from noon until 3pm, where the duo will discuss their collaboration and how the powerful collection of prayers and stunning illustrations came about. “It has taken 15... Read more of this article
Artist To Release Book Of Gombey Paintings
Artist April Branco has created an impressive series of paintings focused on Bermuda’s iconic Gombeys, saying that she was inspired to create them after meeting the H&H troupe. The works will be published in an upcoming book, with part proceeds to sponsor the troupe to represent Bermuda at the Crop Over Festival in Barbados. Ms. Branco told... Read more of this article
