For over 11 yrs, Shawna Bass has created art through photography, digital art, mixed media pieces and fluid art (acrylic and resin). As an interdisciplinary, abstract artist, she enjoys the freedom to express her art in a less concrete manner, but still bring the sought after emotion and energy to each piece. Shawna’s artwork has been shown in multiple exhibitions in the US and Internationally to include Denver, Miami, Grenada, WI and Basel, Switzerland. Her pieces focus mainly on her cultural experiences, along with spiritual and emotional connections with self. She is the owner of Art Bar Grenada which includes a contemporary art gallery, ABG Gallery, focusing on emerging Caribbean artist.
Shawna was born in Virginia, but currently resides in Grenada, W.I. with her family. Relocating to Grenada and deciding to make it her home has been a journey of sacrifice, but also one of peace, gratefulness and joy. Living in Grenada has been instrumental in providing inspiration for her art pieces.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
• Multidisciplinary visual artist and independent curator with over a decade of creative
experience.
• Founder of Art Bar Grenada / ABG Gallery, a hybrid arts space that integrates visual
arts, creative events, and culinary culture.
• Curator of national and thematic exhibitions celebrating Caribbean identity and artistic
expression.
• Engaged in youth mentorship, digital arts expansion, and international collaboration to
advance cultural equity and creative sustainability in the region.
SELECTED CURATORIAL PROJECTS
Grenada’s 50th National Art Exhibition (Lead Curator)
Commissioned by the Ministry of Culture – Feb–March 2024
• Designed and executed a milestone exhibition for Grenada’s 50th anniversary of
independence.
• Featured 50+ artists from diverse age groups, disciplines, and parishes across Grenada.
Art Bar Grenada / ABG Gallery – Thematic Exhibitions
• “The Art of Movement” (2025) – A multidisciplinary group show exploring embodiment,
freedom, and cultural rhythm.
• “Young At Art” (2023–2025) – Annual teen art competition and mentorship program
spotlighting artists aged 13–19.
• “Sensuality & Spirituality” (2024) – A mobile art exhibition pop-up
• “Natural Abstraction” (2023) – Abstract expressions of Caribbean identity in both digital
and traditional mediums.
EXHIBITIONS AS ARTIST
Art Basel – Switzerland
• International exhibiting artist with works focused on emotional resonance, abstraction,
and Afro-Caribbean spiritual symbolism.
Artboxy (Global Digital Art Network)
• Selected artist and partner for rotating virtual exhibitions and digital residency
activations.
Regional Solo & Group Shows
• Featured in exhibitions across the U.S. and Caribbean (Denver, Wisconsin, Grenada,
Miami), including photography, mixed media, and fluid art.
COLLABORATIONS & COMMUNITY IMPACT
Artboxy (International Partner)
• Ongoing collaboration expanding Caribbean artists’ digital presence on global platforms.
• Co-development of virtual exhibitions and hybrid artist showcases.
Youth Engagement & Education
• Annual coordination of Young At Art, engaging dozens of teens in arts practice, critique,
and exhibition-making.
• Workshop facilitation and mentorship focused on visual literacy, portfolio development,
and creative confidence.
Creative Social Programs & Cultural Tourism
• Leads event-based initiatives including spoken word nights, wearable art showcases, and
open-call themed exhibitions to drive local art economies.
• Developing immersive art experiences to connect regional heritage with tourism and
economic development.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
• Thomson Art Prize – Selected Participant (2024)
• Grenada Office of Creative Affairs / Ministry of Culture of Grenada – Curatorial
Commission (2024)
• Recognized in local media and art circles for pioneering alternative art platforms in
Grenada.
SKILLS & AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• Curatorial Planning & Exhibition Design
• Arts Education & Youth Mentorship
• Community Engagement & Capacity Building
• Visual Art (fluid art, photography, digital abstraction)
• Grant Writing & Program Development
• Event Programming & Cultural Strategy
EDUCATION
• San Jacinto College, Texas
• Ongoing professional development in curatorial studies, cultural project management,
and arts marketing
LINKS & PORTFOLIO
• Website: www.artbargrenada.com
• Instagram: @artbargrenada, @abg.gallery
• Sample Portfolio & Press Kit: available upon request
CONTACT
For more information on available art or for art commission requests, fill out form below.
Thank you!