All of us gathered here.

Beyond the spatial designation of the zócalo however, in his presentation, Guevara the Exhibition’s Curator highlighted the collective significance of the zócalo as a space for communal archive, memory, existence and survival “… the point of coming together; a space of collective gathering; a site for tactical manoeuvering, laughter, joy, celebration. A site for protests and acknowledgement of an Other.”

The Work of a Lifetime

My story with Jackie Hinkson began over 30 years ago. I keep close vivid memories of flipping through large calendars featuring the most luminous and vibrant watercolour paintings of Caribbean landscapes and seascapes printed by an insurance company at that time I believe. The paper stock for these calendars was thick and textured, with the distinct scent of fresh new school books.

Light movements.

Encouraged and supported by his father to pursue Art-making from an early age, Christopher or Chris, fondly remembers his earliest memories of Art: watching his dad sketch outside the family home, his father’s gift to him of a Van Gogh painting print of “Tree” which he keeps close, insightful conversations with Trinbagonian career artist Jackie Hinkson for his A-level research project…the many, not-so-minute details, which light the way for an aspiring artist.