The Salus Project

18/07/2022

Clint Watson from Eyewitness News goes "Beyond The Headlines" in an interview with Dr. Mikhail Higgins - the first Interventional Radiologist in The Bahamas. Through his collaboration with Family Medicine Center, Dr. Higgins brings innovative new medical techniques to The Bahamas, previously unavail...

10/11/2021

The Salus Project would like to thank everyone that attended the opening night of "The Evolution of the Arc" open call exhibition, and the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas - - for being a wonderful host and for their continued support.
The Salus Project's continued mission of bridging the practices of health and wellness with art, partnered with NAGB to present opportunities to local artists & continue the dialogue in our challenging times in relation to our governance, ecological & economic sustainability, and social implications post Hurricane Dorian, as well as the ongoing effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, while fostering community and networking.

Most of all congratulations and thank you to the amazingly talented artists that submitted and were selected.

Thank you all!!!

Don't forget to check out the exhibition, which is up until Jan. 23rd 2021!





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Ian Bethel Bennett

02/11/2021

TONIGHT! @ The Nationa Art Gallery of The Bahamas - "Join us as we celebrate the opening of our two new fall exhibitions “Double Dutch” and “Evolution of the Arc” on Tuesday, November 2nd at 6:30 p.m, which will challenge the audience with a captivating collection of visual art. The event is free and open to the public, however COVID-19 emergency protocols for social distancing will be strictly enforced. Proof of vaccination is required. Please register your planned attendance time via our website."

01/11/2021

TOMORROW!

22/10/2021

SAVE THE DATE! 2nd November

20/10/2021

It’s that time again! Your favourite art museum is about to debut two new exhilarating exhibitions. The 8th iteration of the Double Dutch series, featuring Tamika Galanis and Rodell Warner, along with the Open Call “Evolution of the Arc” artists (curated by Deime Ubani), will offer moments of deference, criticality and most importantly, hopefulness, for all to enjoy. The opening ceremony begins promptly at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021, at the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas.

Please note that proof of vaccination is required and admission into exhibition spaces will be closely monitored in adherence to COVID-19 emergency protocols.

We look forward to seeing you there!

(From left to right: Artwork by Rodell Warner of Double Dutch; Artwork by Shaquille Coleby of Evolution of the Arc.)

18/09/2021

05/07/2021

03/07/2021

Open Call Deadline Extended!
We see you, we hear you, and we are more than happy to offer that extra bit of time in these toughest of times. For those who’ve already submitted, don’t fear, you can still amend your submissions if needed.
We are asking that all artists, artisans, creatives, writers, and cultural workers please submit your proposals by 11:59pm on July 11th, 2021.
If you have any queries, concerns, or even insecurities, just let us know!

24/06/2021

TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY TO APPLY!
Thursday, May 13, 2021 12:00 PM
Friday, June 25, 2021 11:59 PM
“Evolution of the Arc” is an Open Call Exhibition, a partnership between The Salus Project and the NAGB. With the shared goal of welcoming the wider artistic community into the museum for conversation and exchange, we invite proposals that seek to inspire, critique, uplift and offer space for contemplation and representation. This Arc, which offers reference to our archipelago, is our chance to consider the past and present, and build out ideas for a new future with healing in mind.

22/06/2021

Brain research shows the arts promote mental health

Our attraction to the arts may be driven by an innate desire to use our brains in ways that make us feel good.

14/06/2021

The link between the arts and health and well-being goes back many years. ... Participating in the arts can also help with depression, increase positive emotions and, in some cases, even improve immune system functioning. And, if you create art within a group setting, you can form supportive relationships and friendships.
Artwork by Kenel Augustin