Dominica’s cultural landscape is set to be enriched by two significant art exhibitions opening in February 2026, showcasing the profound works of contemporary Caribbean artists. The Fort Young Hotel’s Old Oven Art Gallery will host ‘Catharsis – The Blues’ by Pauline Marcelle, while Bwa Denn at Secret Bay presents Marica Honychurch’s ‘Salt and Soul’ exhibition.
Pauline Marcelle’s ‘Catharsis – The Blues’ exhibition, running from February 5 to April 30, 2026, employs the color blue as a powerful symbolic medium to explore complex emotional landscapes. The collection serves as an artistic investigation into themes of mourning, emotional release, and ecological consciousness. Marcelle’s works, including notable pieces such as ‘The Chamber’ and ‘A View Point,’ create a contemplative environment where viewers can engage with the interconnectedness of human experience, memory, and environmental concerns. The exhibition transforms the gallery space into a visual dialogue about resilience and healing amidst personal and planetary challenges.
Concurrently, Marica Honychurch’s ‘Salt and Soul’ exhibition at Bwa Denn, Secret Bay, will run from February 9 to May 5, 2026. This solo presentation celebrates Dominican cultural heritage, paying tribute to local communities, their traditions, and the enduring spirit of island culture. Honychurch’s artworks, including ‘Fiere’ and ‘Wob&Dasheen,’ explore the deep connections between people, their land, and ancestral practices that continue to shape contemporary Dominican identity.
Both exhibitions offer distinct yet complementary perspectives on Caribbean artistic expression. ‘Catharsis – The Blues’ operates daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, while ‘Salt and Soul’ welcomes visitors from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. These concurrent shows demonstrate the vitality of Dominica’s art scene, providing immersive experiences that bridge personal emotion with collective cultural memory, and offering visitors profound insights into the region’s creative vitality.