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Arts Page – Exploring the Knotty Issue of Black Hair and Identity (Pt 2)
We’ve been exploring the issue of black identity and self-acceptance, as addressed specifically in children's literature and expressed through the book “The Crown that I Wear” by local author Kamille Jackson. Our discussion continues inside today’s Arts Page. Stay tuned!
Arts Page – Exploring the Knotty Issue of Black Hair and Identity
India Arie defiantly sings “I am not my hair” but is this really true if all black women seem to have to traverse the treacherous path of identity and self-acceptance in relation to their tresses? We look at how the issue emerges in the local literary arts scene as expressed by poet and author Kamille Jackson. Find out what she...
Arts Page – JIS Heritage Awardees Shine – Pt 2
This year, the JIS Heritage Poster Competition flung down the gauntlet in its invitation to teens to tackle the trending topic of governance. Students were asked to visually interpret the theme: ‘Echoes of Freedom: Tracing Jamaica’s Path from Colonialism to Republic’. Find out who was most successful as we showcase the competition’s winners in today’s Arts Page.
Arts Page – JIS Heritage Competition Awardees Shine! (Part 1)
Each year, the JIS Heritage Competition engages youth in dialogue on the country’s heritage using the Arts. This year’s competition challenged students to interpret the theme, ‘Echoes of Freedom: Tracing Jamaica’s Path From Colonialism to Republic’ and primary-level essay entrants were asked to defend their stance on the question "Should Jamaica remain under the British Monarchy or become a full...
Arts Page – The IOJ Salutes the Parish of Portland on its Tricenteniary
The parish of Portland dates back to 1723, when then-Governor, the Duke of Portland, created amalgamated parts of what was then St George and a chunk of St Thomas. Some 300 years later the Institute of Jamaica this week celebrates the contributions Portland has made to Jamaica’s history, economy, and people in a celebration of Arts and Culture.
Arts Page – Jamaica Takes Commonwealth Short Story Competition
The Good Book says “A man’s gift makes room for him and brings him before the great.” One Jamaican in particular can attest to this, having used his special talent for writing to earn for himself a special invitation to Buckingham Palace. Stay tuned to hear more about winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize, Kwame McPherson.
Arts Page – Through the Lens (Episode 1) The JN Jamaica 60th Photography Competition
Manchester High School sixth-former, Kodia Allen, UTECH student Joshua Gordon and professional photographer Gerald Gordon all copped top honours at the recently concluded JN Foundation Jamaica 60th Photo Competition! Stay tuned for the details!
Arts Page – Artistic Legacies Maintained and Celebrated – Justine Henzell, OD
It is said that true family legacy is "not what you leave for your children, but what you leave in your children." Perry Henzell's legacy lives on in daughter Justine Henzell, recipient of the Order of Distinction for contribution to the Film and Television Industry and Literary Arts in Jamaica.
KTMusik
A passion for any of the creative arts is often innate to those who follow these paths. In fact most actors, dancers, sculptors, or musicians usually develop a love for their chosen craft from an early age. On this week’s Arts Page we hear from Kemar Thomas, or as he’s known professionally KTMusik, about his passion and love for music.
Scriptures in Patois
In celebration of the Jamaican language, the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport has launched its podcasts dubbed, ‘Scriptures in Patois’ where, as you can probably guess, Bible scriptures are read in the Jamaican language by notable Jamaicans.
Reimagining Nanny: Her Sword – A Seed
What if there was so much more to National Heroine, Nanny of the Maroons than we first thought? Well, the documentary ‘Reimagining Nanny: Her Sword – A Seed’ produced by Jamaican Professor at New York University (NYU) Leo Douglas, seeks to answer that question by telling a different story about the Maroon leader, a story of Nanny the wise woman;...
Jamaica Screen Fund Announced
Jamaican creatives in the film and television industry can expect some much needed financial support from the Government in the upcoming financial year following the announcement of the $1 billion dollar Jamaica Screen Fund.
International Reggae Poster Contest Exhibit Opened
The 2022 International Reggae Poster Contest (IRPC) exhibition is now open at the National Gallery of Jamaica in Downtown Kingston. The theme of the 2022 IRPC was “Women in Reggae Music” and designers were charged with honouring women in and of reggae, as well as women who have contributed to all genres of Jamaican popular music.