A Growing Wave of Dissatisfaction within St. Kitts and Nevis’ Creative Community

The inaugural Creative Economy Awards have sparked a wave of discontent among creatives in St. Kitts and Nevis. Several individuals have expressed frustration over the exclusion of key categories from the awards, leaving deserving contributors to the local arts scene feeling overlooked.

A concerned music producer reached out to The St. Kitts-Nevis Times to share their disappointment. They asked for a news piece about the Creative Power Art Convention Gala, stating that as a music producer, they did not think the event handed out enough awards, particularly in categories such as music production, fashion design, and graphic design. The producer questioned, “What about music producers, fashion designers, graphic designers, promoters, and DJs?”

The awards gala aimed to celebrate artistic achievement in the federation, but it seemingly overlooked contributions from various sectors of the creative economy, including music production, fashion design, and graphic design. Traditional art forms, such as literature, visual arts, and performing arts, received attention, while newer or less traditional art forms were marginalized, despite their significant contributions to the economy and culture.

Calls for Broader Recognition and Inclusion

As the creative economy continues to grow, many are urging for broader recognition and inclusion in future awards. The concerned music producer concluded, “We need to ensure that everyone who contributes to the creative industry is celebrated.” This sentiment is echoed by others in the community who believe that the creative sector is diverse and deserves more recognition.

Conclusion

The Creative Economy Awards had high expectations, but its exclusivity has left a bad taste in the mouth of many creatives in St. Kitts and Nevis. As the sector continues to grow, it is essential to include all contributors, not just the select few, in order to truly celebrate artistic achievement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What happened to the Creative Economy Awards?
A: The awards seemingly overlooked contributions from several sectors of the creative economy, including music production, fashion design, and graphic design.

Q: What was the purpose of the Creative Economy Awards?
A: The awards aimed to celebrate artistic achievement in the federation.

Q: Will this issue be addressed in future awards?
A: Many are calling for broader recognition and inclusion in future awards.

Q: What does the community want to see happen in the future?
A: The community wants to see all contributors to the creative industry celebrated and recognized for their work.