Antonius Roberts, born in 1958, graduated in 1981 with a BFA in Painting from Philadelphia College of Art (now University of the Arts). Growing up in Nassau's heart influenced his work and deep connection to history and community. He is married to Dr. Annette Warren-Roberts and has a daughter, Ayla Roberts-Pratt.

Roberts began as an art teacher at Government High School and lectured at The College of The Bahamas. He coordinated FINCO Summer Art Workshops, nurturing young Bahamian artists, and conceived the first Junior Junkanoo competition in 1983. As Founding Curator of The Central Bank of The Bahamas’ Art Gallery, he led annual exhibitions until 2017.

He played a key role in the restoration of Villa Doyle into the National Art Gallery and founded The Bahamian Art Gallery, reintroducing Master Artists Kendal Hanna and Jo Monks. His curation of Amos Ferguson's largest exhibition led to the foundation of The Bahamas' National Art Collection.

Roberts, a Charitable Arts Foundation member, has raised funds for art education, film grants, and creative projects. His honours include the Commonwealth Silver Jubilee Award, E. Clement Bethel Award, Cacique Award, and an O.B.E. His global career featured exhibitions, including work in Italy and China, and his iconic "Sacred Space" installations at Clifton Heritage site and abroad.

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Unleash your inner artist the last Thursday of the month. We provide a relaxed and inclusive environment for sketching live models. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, figure drawing welcomes all skill levels.

Explore the beauty of the human form, deepen your understanding of anatomy, and enhance your artistic observation skills.

Please note: Guests must be 18+ to attend this event. A minimum of 5 participants is required for the class to proceed. If this minimum is not met, we will notify you of any cancellations.

We provide all the art supplies, art instructor, wine, water and 2 hours of poses by the model.

The models will strike poses, allowing you to capture their beauty and grace on paper.

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