James Catalyn has had his finger on the pulse of Bahamian society for decades, writing about the unique aspects of Bahamian life and culture. Sitting in our studio after a very successful photo session he told us, “I write about things I know.” … Continue readingJames Catalyn
Erin is a hugger. I met her in the parking lot at Popopstudios. Introducing myself, I reached out for a handshake but she bounced forward giving me a warm hug instead. “I’m a hugger!” she announced beaming bouyantly. There is an undeniable vibrancy about her, she actually seems to glow. … Continue readingErin Brown
King Eric Gibson is a Bahamian legend. He has also been called a national treasure. The Acklins native, born in 1934, is one of the most famous musicians in the Bahamas. He formed the calypso band King Eric & His Knights in the late 1950s which played in nightclubs and hotels in Nassau, enjoying immediate popularity with tourists. … Continue readingKing Eric Gibson
At almost 95 years old she climbed the stairs to our second-floor studio with more ease than many her junior. We asked her the obvious question – to what did she attribute her vitality? Her response… … Continue readingEdith Estella Jane Lightbourne
We first encountered fisherman Al Miller at his seaside office — a prosperous conch stand set against the backdrop of the ocean at Montague beach. He has been in business there since 1982, he said, and proudly boasts that his conch stand was the first of its kind at Montague Beach. Eventually the spot became a popular location for fisherman to sell fresh fish and conch. Additionally, it has become a local landmark of sorts. … Continue readingMr. Miller
Assistant Director of Culture Eddie Dames arrived at our studio clothed fully in black. He cuts a striking figure… tall and lean with a well-coiffed grizzled beard that hangs halfway down his chest in true “Gandalfian” style (for those who are familiar with “Lord of The Rings”). His long salt-and-pepper hair was neatly drawn back into a discreet ponytail. We had not met before and he greeted us warmly with smiling eyes. … Continue readingEdison Dames
In 2012, after a long and distinguished political and law career, Hubert Alexander Ingraham resigned from public office. Upon his retirement, there was talk that he might be offered a knighthood. He responded: “My name is Hubert Ingraham – I don’t need nothing before that.” … Continue readingHubert Ingraham
As an avid Sideburns reader I have always admired how he can express so much with just a few strokes of his pen, getting to the heart of the issues facing Bahamian society. … Continue readingStan Burnside