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TERN is a contemporary art gallery with a focus on Bahamian and Caribbean artists.

02/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Transforming Spaces show this past weekend!

If you haven’t had a chance to visit, the public reception for We Are Our Own Discoverers is this Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Guest curated by Christina Wong-Turnquest, this exhibition honours the life and legacy of the late Bahamian poet Patricia Glinton-Meicholas, featuring work by Cydne Jasmin Coleby (), Amaani Hepburn (), Matthew David Rahming (), and Heino Schmid (). The exhibition explores themes of transformation, confrontation, mythology, and illumination through the lens of self-discovery.

The exhibition will remain on view through June 20, 2026. For more information, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our website: terngallery.com.

27/05/2026

Amaani Hepburn, Flowers for the Fringe Dweller, 2026
Oil on canvas
48 x 60 in. (121.92 x 167.64 cm)

An excerpt from “We Are Our Own Discoverers” Essay written by Christina Wong-Turnquest ():

“‘Flowers for the Fringe Dweller’, investigate reptilian beings as central figures that emerge through themes of folklore, dream, and mythology. Referencing Narcissus, she uses deep, luminous color palettes to create scenes where serpent-like creatures with human limbs emerge from shadow into illumination. One figure appears captivated by its reflection, unaware that the encounter is ultimately a confrontation with the self. These hybrid forms investigate adaptation and camouflage as mechanisms of survival, positioning transformation as an ongoing process of becoming through confrontation with one’s own shadow or reflection, which has been historically tied to reinvention within the Caribbean experience.”

04/05/2026

TERN is proud to announce our group exhibition, “We Are Our Own Discoverers”, for the annual Transforming Spaces art tour (), taking place on May 30th and 31st.

We invite guest curator Christina Wong-Turnquest () to lead us on this daring objective. Four explorers, Cydne Jasmin Coleby (), Amaani Hepburn (), Matthew David Rahming (), and Heino Schmid (), are positioned as adventurers and discoverers entrusted with a fearless mission: to investigate the undercurrents of community, culture, and identity.

Inspired by the late Patricia Glinton-Meicholas’ poetry collection “Chasing Light”, specifically the poem “Staking Claim to Our Souls.” This exhibition becomes a journey through shadowed spaces toward revelation, reclamation, and radiance. Here, light operates as a force that clarifies, confronts, and transforms.

To learn more about Transforming Spaces and to purchase tickets, visit the Transforming Spaces website. If you have any questions about the exhibition email us [email protected].

01/05/2026

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Cydne Jasmin Coleby! 🎊

Today we celebrate Cydne — an artist whose practice powerfully explores the complexities of Caribbean identity, memory, and inherited narratives. Her ability to weave together personal histories, Bahamian cultural aesthetics, and collective experiences into deeply resonant works continues to leave a lasting impact both locally and internationally.

We are honored to represent and support her journey, and look forward to witnessing all that this next chapter brings.

Wishing you a beautiful year ahead filled with inspiration, growth, and continued success. You the birthday, everyone say Happy Birthday, Cydne! ✨

Featured artwork:
Cydne Jasmin Coleby
Cheesin', 2024
Archival print, hand embellished with acrylic, wax pastel, glitter and acrylic pearls
24 x 20 in. (60.96 x 50.80 cm)

30/04/2026

Join us in congratulating the outstanding Leasho Johnson () on his newfound representation with Mariane Ibrahim Gallery!

Founded in 2012 by Mariane Ibrahim, Mariane Ibrahim Gallery has become an influential force in the contemporary art world, celebrated for championing artists of the African diaspora and amplifying diverse global voices. With spaces in Chicago, Paris, and Mexico City, the gallery has built an international platform known for its thoughtful curatorial vision, institutional collaborations, and commitment to shaping the future of contemporary art.

We’re excited to see Leasho join such a dynamic program, and to witness this next chapter of his practice unfold on an even greater stage. Keep doing great things, Leasho. We’re proud to witness your continued growth and all that lies ahead!

— Your family at TERN

28/04/2026

Delton Barrett
Valedictorian, 2026
Digital prints, poured resin, collage and handmade frame
63 x 43 in. (160.02 x 109.22 cm)

An excerpt from: “Two or more things at once is one” Essay written by Kevanté A.C. Cash

“I did a small works study on texture from the last show me, Keith, and Kachelle did together (To All Who Come To This Happy Place: Welcome). So that was me beginning to experiment with ‘how do I create texture with the photographs already there?’ and I carried out a lot of experiments and came to a conclusion that was comfortable for me.”
“There are a lot of elements within photographs that I really like to emphasize. I feel like this approach helps me to stretch the meaning of these elements a bit more, to show the different dynamics of clothing, props, things that I want to make stand out.”

As we’re in the final week of the exhibition, thank you to everyone who has visited and spent time with the work. It has been meaningful to share this presentation and witness the conversations and connections it has sparked.

The exhibition remains on view through May 2nd, For those interested in learning more about Delton () and Keith’s () respective practices, please reach out to us at [email protected]

23/04/2026

Happy belated Earth Day! 🌱

We’re taking a quiet moment to reflect on the natural beauty that shapes how we live, through the eyes of our artists.

Inspired by the lush flora of our islands, each work embodies a deep connection to the natural world that surrounds and sustains us. From tropical forms to soft, organic details, these pieces invite us to appreciate the details and the beauty around us.

Today feels like a good day to slow down, look closely, and appreciate the details—both in art and in nature. Today and every day, we celebrate the landscapes, ecosystems, and living rhythms that shape our creative voices.

Featured artwork:
Tessa Whitehead
Mother 1, 2022
Oil on Linen
67 x 67 in (170.2 x 170.2 cm)

Anina Major
Nest, 2024
Glazed stoneware
21 x 16 x 18 in (53.34 x 40.64 x 45.72 cm)

Marisa Holland
Athena’s Garden, 2025
Oil on Board
10 x 8 in. (25.40 x 20.32 cm)

John Reno Jackson
solar pressure, 2026
acrylic, sandstone, acrylic resin, silver thatch palm, and synthetic wax on canvas
14 x 16 in. (35.56 x 40.64 cm)

Melissa Alcena (b. 1988)
Arawak Cay Boys, II, 2021
Hahnemühle fine art Baryta print
30 x 24 in (76.2 x 61 cm)

17/04/2026

Keith Thompson
40 Acres and a H, 2026
Acrylic on canvas
52½ x 44 in. (133.35 x 111.76 cm)

An excerpt from “To Dream Is To Paint Is To Manifest” Essay written by Kevanté A.C. Cash:

Thompson's larger-than-life works typically tackle themes of racial exploitation, justice, and the championing of Black bodies made visible in touristic and art spaces.
He never imagined an interest in putting paintbrush to canvas would lead to him visually translating his inner world in such bizarre – and sometimes whimsical – ways.

“This (new body of) work is about an anti-tourism way of thinking. I wanted to continue that conversation, especially since I’ve been (working) in tourism for most of my life. I’ve already worked for two of the biggest hotels here; and the energy that is in those spaces is just not conducive to people being themselves and really honing in on their talents and expressing it in a meaningful way.”

If you haven’t seen the exhibition yet, there is still plenty of time as it is open now through the May 2nd! To learn more about Delton () and Keith’s () practices, send us an email at [email protected].

12/04/2026

EXPO Chicago
Booth 238 (FOCUS Section)
April 9–12, 2026

It’s the final day at EXPO! The past few days have been truly special—filled with great conversations, new connections, and familiar faces. We’ve felt the support and enthusiasm, and we genuinely appreciate everyone who has taken the time to engage with the work.

We’re here today from 11am to 6pm. If you haven’t visited our booth yet, stop by to see the presentation and spend some time with Amanda and the team. Ask questions, dive into the work with us, and make the most of the last day!

Thank you again for having us.

For more information about our presentation at EXPO Chicago, please email [email protected]

11/04/2026

Congratulations to Blue Curry () and Leasho Johnson (), who, alongside their presentation with TERN at EXPO Chicago, are also included in “Dancing the Revolution: From Dancehall to Reggaetón”, a major group exhibition curated by Carla Acevedo Yates at the Museum of Contemporary Art (), Chicago, on view April 14 through September 20, 2026.

“Dancing the Revolution: From Dancehall to Reggaetón” is a major exhibition that explores and expands the visual, political, and spiritual histories of dancehall and reggaetón through contemporary art—two dynamic genres that have transcended their grassroots origins to shape global culture. From Kingston to San Juan through Panama, New York City, and London, Dancing the Revolution positions music and dance as a revolutionary practice for collective liberation rooted in the struggle against colonial oppression.

Featured Artwork:

Leasho Johnson, Perplexity of the Consumed (Anansi #38), 2026.
Courtesy of the artist and Mariane Ibrahim

Blue Curry, J Bar 2.0, 2026
Courtesy of the artist

To learn more about Curry and Johnson’s practices our website www.terngallery.com

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