A few days ago I attended the opening of an unusual art exhibition, the Heritage Month Art Showcase. It was unusual in that it was held in the premises of Paradise Mobile on Reid Street, Hamilton.

Although, from time to time, art has been exhibited in cafés, coffee houses and once as I remember, in an architectural firm, it is exceptional to combine an art exhibit with a wireless communications business. Although exceptional, it's not inappropriate; after all, both are creative enterprises.

Successful businesses are dependent on creativity in developing an attractive enterprise and in marketing themselves.

The exhibition, which highlights Heritage Month, was curated by Claire Peverelli, a psychotherapist and emerging curator. She says that the show was born out of a desire to bring art into unexpected spaces and to celebrate the breadth of creative talent on the island.

The exhibition consists of 38 works of art, by 13 different artists. Most are on the youngish side. There are also a few mature artists showing as well. This brings balance to the show.

It is gratifying however, to see a new generation coming on, who will carry the art torch into the future.

Any state worth its salt will have a thriving cultural community. Its one of the marks of a socially healthy society. Bermuda is in a good cultural position, especially considering how small and geographically isolated we are.

Space limitations limit what I can write about the show, but I will highlight at least one work by each artist.

Consider an acrylic by Natalie Sannemalm. It is titled Castle Harbour aka, Pink Cloud No 2. It is an abstracted impression, mostly of sky, but also a bit of sea.

The whale sculptures of Martin Hatfield continue to intrigue. They are impressive.

Thinking of sculpture, take time to closely examine the super detailed botanical reliefs of Stratton Hatfield and Claire Peverelli.

Jordan Carey’s kite-reminiscent wall hanging is made of handmade paper, naturally dyed indigo on a frame of foraged Bermuda bamboo. Its appropriately titled As Above. Is this structure actually flyable? I do believe it is.

The photographs of Meredith Andrews are always unique and thoughtfully arranged. Her Rainbow Flowers is a fitting example.

Shanna Hollis is showing a graphically designed It Takes a Village. This village begins in the east end and goes up island to Sandys. Bermuda is obviously her village.

Kimberley Fisher’s To the Wind depicts what appears to be leaves blowing in the wind. It’s a small, but exquisite abstract that needs close-up viewing. She has several other works worthy of consideration.

Ishrat Yakub Corday is showing three small digital photographs, but the one that caught my attention is that of a red postbox tucked into a Bermuda wall alcove. Its title is: The Long Route Home. I think this must be about snail mail.

Nahshon Hollis’s Tree of Life is a 18in x 18in painstakingly painted painting. The details intrigue.

In an age when drawing seems to be on the wane, especially in the training of artists, it’s gratifying to see the five charcoal drawings by Chyna Talbot.

There are two jewellery makers in the exhibit. Skye Kermode uses copper wire and various gems in her creations, whereas Jason Semos utilises stainless steel or gold-plated stainless steel.

In reviewing art, I seldom notice pricing. I think that beside the point, I value art, not so much for its monetary value, but for its intrinsic, cultural, historical significance. Often it’s the skill, craftsmanship and beauty that draws me to a work. Still, I could not help but notice with this exhibit the phenomenally low, affordable prices.

The exhibition continues through the end of this month.