The lush landscapes and turquoise waters of Saint Lucia offer year-round warmth and vibrant colors that attract visitors to the Caribbean. It’s no surprise that this island paradise has inspired many St Lucian artists, both those who grew up on the island and those who visit and return repeatedly to capture its beauty.

We traveled around Saint Lucia and discovered many talented artists. However, there was a consensus that many traditional skills and crafts are fading. Young people are pursuing careers in other sectors like tourism. Despite this, we found individuals working to sustain the Saint Lucia art community. Galleries like Choiseul Art Gallery and Island Mix provide retail outlets for local artists. Muralist Sakey involves young people in painting community murals, and hotel owners like Karolin Troubetzkoy of Anse Chastanet collaborate with Saint Lucian artists to beautify their hotels.

On a recent visit to Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain, I was impressed by how much the owners have done to encourage art in Saint Lucia. Nick and Karen Troubetzkoy, private art collectors, commission artworks to fill their hotel rooms and public spaces. The art gallery at Anse Chastanet exhibits and sells the work of local and international artists, and guests can participate in classes, demonstrations, and exhibitions. Their support for the St Lucia art scene has extended to public commissions, such as the murals in Soufriere by local artist Sakey, who also runs art classes at Anse Chastanet Resort.

If you’re interested in finding Saint Lucian artists, looking for a sense of place and color for your trip, or seeking authentic souvenirs, supporting local artisans through your purchases is a great way to help. This article aims to guide you to some of the interesting art galleries around Saint Lucia.

We visited many St Lucia art galleries on a recent trip. If you love art or want to buy locally made souvenirs, these are the art galleries in Saint Lucia we recommend you visit.

Hattie Barnard, originally from London, settled in Saint Lucia with her husband Leo, who is from the island. Together, they set up Choiseul Art Gallery, which is well signposted and just off the main road. Their aim was to provide a studio and gallery for Hattie’s work and showcase other local craftspeople and artists. Hattie’s images are often painted live on location, capturing the natural beauty of Saint Lucia. Her husband Leo works with her to create many of the craft pieces sold in the gallery. The gallery also features traditional baskets, mats, wood carvings, and textile souvenirs from other local craftspeople.

The Pink Plantation, set on Morne Hill overlooking Castries, is an old French colonial house restored by restauranteur and St Lucia artist Michelle Elliot. The house serves as a restaurant, guest house, and gallery for her artwork. The ceramic serving bowls, jugs, and vases are inspired by the fruits and scenes of daily life in Saint Lucia. Michelle also uses silk screen printing on cushions, bags, and table mats that furnish the guest rooms upstairs.

Eudovic’s art studio, located at Morne Fortune just outside Castries, is one of the best-known art studios in Saint Lucia. Owner Vincent Joseph Eudovic, a leading Caribbean wood sculptor, opened the gallery in the 1970s. The gallery and gift shop display the work of seven wood sculptors, including Joseph’s son Jallim Eudovic, a well-known sculptor in his own right.

Island Mix gallery in Rodney Bay provides a haven of calm with a grassy garden facing the marina. Nadia Jabour, who runs the gallery, supports artists and local crafts, running art classes and displaying paintings and locally made souvenirs. The cafe offers a menu of finger foods with a Caribbean and international flavor.

Artist Simon Gajadhar, aka Zaka, started the Zaka business in 1997, specializing in brightly colored masks made of recycled telephone poles. The Zaka art cafe, just south of Soufriere, hosts painting demonstrations and live music on weekends. The cafe also features crafts by other artists, including colorful recycled paper dolls by Shirley Ann Edwards.

The Howelton Estate, a beautiful old house over a hundred years old, is now a heritage and crafts center with gorgeous views from the terrace across the gardens towards Castries. The estate features a wide range of Saint Lucian crafts, including Caribelle Batik, which has been established here for over two decades. Interactive craft activities include batik making demonstrations and a Cocoa Carib chocolate making experience.

Local artist Naja Misaki Simeon, known as “Sakey,” balances his job as an art teacher with work as an artist and muralist around Saint Lucia. His murals, which can be seen in Castries, Soufriere, and other smaller villages, create an Outdoor Gallery. Sakey collaborates with other artists and has plans for many more colorful projects in the area.

Anse Chastanet Resort uses local and visiting artists to decorate its rooms and sells artworks in its gallery by the beach. The resort collaborates with visiting artists through the “Art in the Hotel” program, inviting artists in residence to capture the magic of the island.

The Inner Gallery, close to Rodney Bay, is one of the longest-established art galleries in Saint Lucia. It has shown the work of artists like Jonathan Gladding and has been an active participant in art festivals and events.

Dunstan St Omer, one of the most eminent Saint Lucian artists, was born in Castries in 1927 and is best known for designing the flag of Saint Lucia. His murals, featuring Caribbean faces in the Holy Family, can be seen in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Castries and other churches around the island.

Alwyn St. Omer, another prominent Saint Lucian artist, was inspired by his father Sir Dunstan St. Omer. His work often features carnival and masquerade themes. Luigi St. Omer, another of Dunstan’s children, is known for his paintings featuring characters from Saint Lucia’s carnivals or rural life.

Lawrence Deligny’s work features heavily around Anse Chastanet resort. Born in 1952 in Choiseul, he is a self-taught artist known for his carved masks and sculptures. Daniel Jean-Baptiste, who grew up in Choiseul, uses silk painting to capture the natural world of Saint Lucia. His work can be found at Anse Chastanet gallery and on his website.

Dominica-born Arnold Toulon is known for his colorful and expressive abstract images. Saint Lucian Matthew Paul, known for his colorful painted ceramics and calabash, tragically died in a landslide following hurricane Tomas in 2010.

The area around Choiseul is known for its large number of artists and craftspeople, especially for pottery and other traditional crafts. Internationally renowned Llewellyn Xavier OBE is known for his richly textured fine art paintings and works from his studio at Cap Estate.

In addition to resident Saint Lucian artists, many artists have visited regularly and created paintings inspired by the island. These include Jonathan Gladding, Stefan Szczesny, Claude Sandoz, Stefan Schlitter, and Elvira Bach, who have all collaborated with Anse Chastanet.

If you are an art lover, we highly recommend a stay at Anse Chastanet resort. The hotel works with local artists and artisans throughout the resort, and artworks are available for guests to purchase in the Anse Chastanet art gallery and gift shops. The resort offers a premier dive center, access to two wonderful beaches, and a private plantation for hiking and mountain biking.

On the hillside above Anse Chastanet sits the sister hotel of Jade Mountain, a favorite for honeymoons and luxury getaways. Even if you don’t stay at Anse Chastanet, we highly recommend a visit to the art gallery beside Anse Chastanet Beach.