Kerwin G. Ebanks
Caymanian Artist
exhibitions
10 September - 5 November 2015 | National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
The twenty three artists featured in this exhibition consider the impact that the rapid socio-economic advances and increased globalization that transformed our islands from maritime society to financial mecca in less than fifty years has had on their sense of self, and on the wider concepts of national identity, through a series of personal and social narratives. Some create from a deeply introspective viewpoint via memory, family, language and personal mythology, while others address the wider, often highly contested, notions of immigration, political status, ethnicity and race, rights of citizenship, urban development and erosion of tradition. Executed in a wide range of media, these works offer a critical space for challenging existing borders and articulating new perspectives on contemporary Caymanian identity.
March 2015 | Full Of Beans Cafe
Caymanian painter, Kerwin G. Ebanks, will be exhibiting at Full of Beans Cafe for the third time. When asked what to expect at his latest solo show, Weekends, he states, "This latest collection of paintings is a cross-section of life in Cayman, here and now. We get so easily caught up in the hustle and bustle of day to day life, it is the weekends that remind us of who we are, that define our culture. Whether it is church, family lunch, fishing, Rum Point, fish fry or quality time with that special someone; these ‘full hours of enjoyment’ are weekends in Cayman."
"Emerging"
February 2015 | The Gallery, Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
The works of 16 young artists from St. Ignatius Catholic School are on exhibit at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Gallery.
The students’ artwork is being displayed alongside the works of established local artists, including Christel Ibsen, Al Ebanks, April Bending, Avril Ward, Cathy Church, Chris Christian, Courtney Platt, Gordon Solomon, Laurel Schmid, Randy Chollette, Kerwin Ebanks, Dready, Yonier Powery, Patrick Broderick, Nasaria Chollette and Renate Seffer.
November 2014 | The Gallery, Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
A new art exhibition celebrating the Cayman’s burgeoning art scene launches at the Gallery at the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman.
The showcase, called “Modern Cayman”, is designed to reflect the changes to the island and development and diversity of Cayman society.
June 2014 | The Gallery, Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
Exhibiting artists from Grand Cayman to Cayman Brac, Summer Memories features the intrinsic nature of quality abstract arts that determines the character of the Cayman Islands. The Ritz-Carlton Gallery and Cayman Traditional Arts Art displays an eclectic mix of art mediums including oils, acrylics, photographies, graphics, mixed media and sculptures in bronze.
April 2012 | Full of Beans Cafe
Caymanian artist Kerwin Ebanks showcases his magnificent portfolio at Full of Beans from Tuesday, 3 April.
Kerwin says that 2011 was busy for him and the monthlong exhibition is an opportunity to showcase what he’s been up to.
November 2011 | Butterfield Place
Kerwin Ebanks opened his new show at Butterfield Bank on Thursday, 3 November, with a selection of his Cayman beach-themed acrylic-on-canvas paintings.
Sheree Ebanks of Butterfield thanked the crowd for supporting the opening night where they enjoyed canapes and drinks from Mise en Place. “We are proud to be able to showcase talents like Kerwin."
November 2011 | Ristorante Pappagallo, OsetraBay, Cracked Conch, Cobalt Coast Resort
Breaking the rules – or, pushing the boundaries of creativity, if you will – has a lot to do with Kerwin Ebanks’ approach to art, as well as to getting his work in front of the public.
Most recently the innovative painter has created four separate bodies of work in a variety of media all focused on one theme – Cayman’s seafaring heritage – that are on display this month and next at four West Bay restaurants.
November 2011 | The Gallery, Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
2012 has long been marked by previous civilizations as a pivotal moment for all of us to prepare for the journey ahead, a time for us to explore the endless possibilities that lie in store. Embark with our local artists ss they board for the ride. This is an exhibition that truly showcases the honing of their talents and skills in preparation for their future.
August 2011 | The Gallery, Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
An art show featuring 15 painters, photographers, sculptors, basically anyone you can think of, launches tonight at the Ritz Carlton.
It's the perfect showcase of the fact that summer blossoms all year-round in Cayman.
February 2011 | Full of Beans Cafe
Journey runs through the whole of the month at Full of Beans Cafe, Pasadora Place, and features the work of upcoming local artist Kerwin G. Ebanks.
The emerging artist was born and reared in Cayman and works full-time as an art teacher. He tells Weekender that Journey represents his entry - or re-entry - into the local arts scene with an awareness of what his journey is to be.
November 2010 | Vid Boutaie Lounge
Established artist Lorna Reid and emerging artist Kerwin Ebanks are holding the opening of their art exhibition Seasoned at the new Vid Boutaie Lounge on Mary Street on Thursday, 18 November.
The show marks the first time an art exhibit has been held at the trendy wine bar, which boasts panoramic views of George Town, and the owners are keen to host others.
July 2010 | The Gallery, Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
This latest exhibition at The Ritz-Carlton’s Gallery that straddles the West Bay Road is a wonderfully exciting and exhilarating start to an incredible collection of art work that showcases 27 artists, many of whom are exhibiting multiple pieces of work. Newcomers to The Ritz-Carlton exhibition include Allister Clarke, Jim Hellemn, Bethany Tomkins, Aaron Reberchek (all photography) and Megan Compton, Kerwin Ebanks, Michelle Bower, Simone Scott and Deborah Brookes-Mangan in fine art.