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At the Cayman National Cultural Foundation, we believe in the power of storytelling to preserve and transform. Circles of Time brings together memory, movement, and identity through the lens of Cayman based artists, reflecting our commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and support for creative voices at every stage. We invite you to experience these works as part of an ongoing cultural conversation.
An Exhibition of Contemporary Art Exploring Ancestry, Memory and Movement.
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How do we find ourselves in what came before us?
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This exhibition explores the interwoven threads of ancestry, cultural memory, and temporal movement through a selection of contemporary art films, paintings, photographs, and material artifacts. These works examine how identity is shaped across generations – how it is carried, questioned, and reimagined. Central to the exhibition is the inclusion of select works by Caymanian artist Miss Lassie, whose visionary practice provides an anchor for a broader investigation into spiritual and cultural continuity.
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The collection invites viewers into a space where memory is not a static archive but a living current, looping backward and curling forward in motion. The featured pieces hover between dream and recollection, ancestral vision and the present we inherit. Together, they suggest that time is not a line, but a circle, and that spiritual and cultural inheritance moves not only through blood, but through ritual, memory, and place.
Circles of Time - Curators
Rory
Marchant-Kelly
Canada
Rory Marchant-Kelly is an art specialist with a deep passion for storytelling through visual culture. With years of experience working across museums, historic homes, archives, and auction houses in both the United States and Canada, she brings a keen curatorial eye and a commitment to uncovering overlooked narratives.
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Rory is thrilled to be guest curating this exhibition, especially one that shines a well-deserved spotlight on women artists whose contributions have too often been sidelined in traditional art history. She is equally inspired by Cayman’s rich artistic legacy and the dynamic creativity of its emerging artists. For Rory, this show is a celebration of heritage, innovation, and the powerful voices shaping the future of Caribbean art.
Rita
Powell
Cayman Islands
Rita Powell is a researcher with a passion for bridging academia and artistic practice. Holding a first degree in Art, Design, and Media, she initially pursued a career in education, shaping creative minds and fostering critical inquiry. After years of enriching the learning space, she returned to her artistic roots, stepping into the role of curator to actively contribute to the growth of the arts community.
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With a deep commitment to elevating native voices, Rita actively works to highlight Caymanian perspectives and traditional narratives within the arts. Through her curatorial efforts, she seeks to create platforms that honor heritage, amplify historically underrepresented artists, and foster dialogue between contemporary practice and cultural legacy. By championing these voices, Rita helps ensure that the arts remain a space of inclusion, representation, and empowerment.