Latest News, Interviews & Events
3 Nov 2021
In Conversation with Visual Artist Colin Merrin
He has exhibited widely in solo and group shows across the UK and mainland Europe since 1981. Colin is oil painter and an established watercolorist, elected to the Royal Watercolour Society in 2009 with work featured in numerous collections, including Queen Elizabeth’s. We had the great pleasure to speak to him about his career and current projects.
2 Nov 2021
Artist Teddy Bechman Joins Occhi Contemporary
We look forward to showcasing the work of this very talented young artist
22 Oct 2021
Call for Artists: COP26: Together For Our Planet
An Exhibition of Artworks by Generations Z and Alpha
This project is a collaboration between Occhi Arts and Entertainment and Phoenix FTA Limited, a UK-based sustainability strategy consultancy. Inspired by the UK Creative Earth Competition, Occhi Arts and Entertainment and Phoenix FTA Limited are inviting young artists from around the world to creatively engage with key topics of concern at the COP26 Climate Summit in Glasgow.
21 Oct 2021
Arizona Based Painter Amber Henry Joins Occhi's Roster of Artists
Occhi Contemporary Art Gallery is pleased to represent the very talented Amber Henry
10 Oct 2021
Artist Despina Symeou Presents “Not Just For The Bedroom”
The human form has been her preferred starting point for most of her projects and an eye for the interesting and sometimes unexpected elements add to the narrative as the work progresses.
7 Oct 2021
Occhi Contemporary Art is Happy to Represent 'FuzzyArtist18'
FuzzyArtist18’s artwork is straight from the heart. Fuelled with emotion and energy, his work reflects his life experiences.
22 Sept 2021
In Conversation with Photographer Michael J Dooley
Occhi Contemporary Art Gallery is proud to represent photographer Michael Dooley. Following a degree in Photography from the Fashion Institute of Technology, Michael worked for many years as a still photographer and a chief lighting technician in the film and video industries.
7 Sept 2021
Visual Artist Despina Symeou Shares Her Love of Art and The Creative Process
The human form has been her preferred starting point for most of her projects and an eye for the interesting and sometimes unexpected elements add to the narrative as the work progresses.
2 Sept 2021
Andre Parchment Exhibits 'The Wings In Me'
Born in Jamaica, the natural beauty of Andre's surroundings ignited his senses and shaped his perspective on life. 'The Wings in Me' is a manifestation of Andre's thoughts and memories that form a vibrant body of work, full of expression, curiosity, and reflection.
1 Sept 2021
Artist Nikita Rosalind Campbell talks to Occhi About her Paintings, T-Shirts and Balancing Life
Nikita Rosalind Campbell graduated from Pinellas County Center for Arts, specializing in visual arts. She continues making art whilst balancing a career in cosmetology and the demands of family life. We caught up with her to discuss her exciting work!
1 Sept 2021
Occhi Contemporary Art is Pleased to Represent Deborah Eve Alastra
She has exhibited in California and Portland over the last 30 years. Her travel experiences, alongside her current residence in the lovely Pacific NW of the US, greatly inspire her work.
29 Aug 2021
Up Close and Personal with Visual Artist Alaskarzade Zemfira Niyazi
Born in Azerbaijan, Alaskarzade Zemfira Niyazi fastidiously uses materials such as watercolor, watercolor pencils, dry pastels, oil, acrylic, and gouache to produce vibrant and arresting work.
23 Aug 2021
In Conversation with Visual Artist Pantea Mahrou
Paying careful attention to the colors used, she provides audiences with a sense of calm and peace.
10 Aug 2021
In Conversation with Sharon van Ivan Pfahl, and Announcing An Exhibition of Charles Pfahl’s Work in the Occhi Contemporary Art Gallery
Charles Pfahl is a modern-day master of American painting. His work is part of many prestigious public and private collections, including those of Oprah Winfrey, Philippe Niarchos, the Columbus Museum, The Delaware Museum, and the Salmagundi Club.
8 Aug 2021
Up Close and Personal with Multidisciplinary Artist Gary Thomas
Gary kindly took time out to talk about his career and much more!
2 Aug 2021
Artist Talk: London In Different Dimensions with Kerry Zacharia
Occhi Contemporary Arts presents a talk by artist Kerry Zacharia . Kerry will provide an overview of work featured in her show ' London in Different Dimension. The event takes place on Saturday 14th August at 4pm (London GMT)
29 Jul 2021
Occhi Contemporary Art is pleased to announce its representation of Iranian artist Pantea Mahrou.
Following our official July launch, Occhi Contemporary Art is pleased to announce the representation of Iranian artist Pantea Mahrou.
28 Jul 2021
Museum Pedagogy: Informing and Educating through a Parallel Delivery of Arts, Media, and Mentorship
The Association of African American Museums (AAAM) holds its 2021 conference this month. Occhi’s David Emmanuel Noel joins Bahamian documentarian, researcher and interdisciplinary artist Kishan Munroe, and award-winning interdisciplinary artist /anthropologist Alexis Alleyne-Caputo for the panel discussion titled ‘Museum Pedagogy: Informing and Educating through a Parallel Delivery of Arts, Media, and Mentorship’.
24 Jul 2021
South African Artist Alan James Weiss collaborates with Occhi Contemporary
South African Painter Alan James Weiss joins Occhi's Roster of Talented Artists
18 Jul 2021
Occhi Contemporary Art Gallery Launches with Kerry Zacharia: London in Different Dimensions
This is Occhi Contemporary Art’s inaugural feature. Kerry's 2018 London show is now online for a worldwide audience to see.
30 Jun 2021
Artist Opportunities : Call For Artists
Call For Artist Submissions and Representation. We welcome free submissions from artists and curators, and the opportunity to collaborate on exciting projects.
27 Apr 2021
In Conversation with Acclaimed Artist and Army Veteran Darrell Urban Black
His work is permanently displayed in several art galleries, museums, and other institutions in America and Germany.
13 Apr 2021
In The Spotlight: Visual Artist Cher-Antoinette
Occhi Interviews the Award Winning Artist
20 Mar 2021
CAFA 21: Art in a Post Digital COVID World
As part of the Caribbean Fine Art Fair 2021 series of discussions, Fly on The Diaspora presents ‘Art in a Post Digital COVID World’. The event was produced in association with Occhi Arts and Entertainment, and Grace & Graffiti.
11 Jan 2021
In Conversation with Caribbean Fine Art Fair Executive Director Anderson M. Pilgrim
CaFA Executive Director Anderson M. Pilgrim delves further into the uniqueness of this initiative and its standing on a global stage.
