• DESIGNER | RAY CORRAL AND MOSAICIST INC. – WHERE WATER BECOMES ART

    Exploring the artistry, craftsmanship and luxury pool designs of Ray Corral and Mosaicist, Inc. In the Caribbean, where outdoor living is central to the experienceof the home, the luxury swimming pool is rarely an afterthought. At the finest residences, it becomes something more: architecture, landscape and art held in a single frame of water. READ MORE

  • CHEF JOSÉ ANDRÉS

    Chef, restaurateur, TV personality, humanitarian: José Andrés has spent a lifetime proving that the ability to feed people, whatever the circumstances, is the most powerful force in the world. A much-anticipated participant at the annual Cayman Cookout, José Andrés always arrives in flamboyant style. He’s made his entrance jumping from a helicopter, emerging from the sea in full dive gear, and this year, tore in at full throttle aboard a car-shaped jet boat. READ MORE

  • ARTIST | JO AUSTIN – WAYS OF SEEING, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    From above, Cayman shifts. The shoreline fractures into colour and movement, swimmers scatter into patterns of pink caps and long limbs, and the sea, so often flattened into postcard blues, becomes a dynamic stage, alive with shifting hues. It is from this aerial vantage point that Jo Austin has begun to reimagine the island she has always called home. Her now-recognisable aerial paintings did not begin in a flash of inspiration, but with a slow-burning idea that had lingered in her head for the better part of a year. READ MORE

  • A woman with straight black hair, wearing a light-colored top with a zipper, smiling and looking at the camera, in front of large green plants in an indoor setting.

    SHEENA, WINDOW TREATMENTS SPECIALIST, DESIGN STUDIO, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Sheena Evert spent 13 years managing a jewellery store before joining the team at Design Studio four years ago. Originally from the Philippines, she has always enjoyed creating visually pleasing scenes, whether jewellery displays or interior designs. As Design Studio’s window treatments specialist, she assists clients from start to finish with window treatment selections. READ MORE

  • Simon Tatum, Caymanian artist. A man with curly hair and a beard smiling, standing in front of a large black and white portrait of a child's face with framed artwork on the wall, and a monitor displaying an image of an art gallery or museum.

    ARTIST | SIMON TATUM – FRAGMENTS OF HOME, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Inside the pristine halls of the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands a looping film ripples against a white wall. Voices weave through the soundscape, from revolutionary Caribbean leaders to the lilting Caymanian cadence of a woman recalling her grandfather’s words: “Are you paying attention to the world?” The voice belongs to Mary Lawrence, educator, writer, politician, inspiration and grandmother to the erudite mixed-media artist, Simon Tatum. READ MORE

  • Usain Bolt, a male athlete in a yellow and black sports uniform, crouches at the starting line on a blue running track, with an empty stadium and a sky with clouds in the background.

    USAIN BOLT | FAST, FIERCE AND FOREVER JAMAICAN

    To the world, he’s a record-breaking sprinter. To the Caribbean, he’s something more: a symbol of joy, authenticity and what’s possible when you run not just for glory, but for home. | For the boy who grew up poor in rural Jamaica and went on to become one of the world’s greatest athletes, life has changed beyond anything he could have imagined. But Usain Bolt’s story is not merely one of rags-to-riches sporting success. READ MORE

  • A smiling blonde woman wearing a white shirt, blue jeans, and yellow heels sitting on a white sofa in front of a patterned wall with a geometric cut-out design.

    MICHELLE, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER, DESIGN STUDIO, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Michelle Butler, principal designer at Design Studio, talked to REAL LIFE about the difference professional design makes, design mistakes to avoid, where to shop for interior goods, and much more. READ MORE

  • Rihanna posing at a Fenty Beauty event, wearing a black strapless leather dress with gold jewelry, in front of a backdrop with Fenty Beauty and Sephora logos.

    SHINE BRIGHT: THE UNSTOPPABLE RIHANNA, BARBADOS

    When a teenage girl from St. Michael, Barbados released her debut album in 2005, few could have predicted that she would become one of the most influential success stories of our time. From commanding global stages to disrupting the beauty industry and redefining fashion norms, Robyn Rihanna Fenty’s life story is not only a tale of talent, but of resilience, authenticity and a commitment to inclusivity. READ MORE

  • A colorful abstract painting featuring bright colors like yellow, red, blue, and green. It includes stylized plant forms with green leaves, spirals, and geometric shapes with a playful, expressive style.

    ARTIST CHRIS MANN, CAYMAN ISLANDS | MANN'S APPEARANCE OF TRUTH

    A life lived in motion – eyes wide, heart open – Chris Mann’s artwork is an effusive extension of his collector’s spirit, weaving together stories of past, present and future. Through experimental colour, form and texture, his large-scale paintings become evocative, abstract studies of the world at his doorstep. His work reflects a keen eye for observation, uncovering stories in the overlooked and beauty in the mundane. READ MORE

  • TORTUGA RUM, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    THE LEGACY OF A LEADER, CAPT. ROBERT HAMATY, FOUNDER OF TORTUGA RUM

    When Captain Robert Hamaty, founder of Tortuga Rum, passed away in 2020, he was mourned not only as a husband, father, and grandfather but also as a visionary, entrepreneur, and community leader. READ MORE

  • ARTIST | CLAIRE PETTINATI, CLAIRE AT THE BEACH CAYMAN ISLANDS | ISLAND MUSE

    ARTIST | CLAIRE PETTINATI, CLAIRE AT THE BEACH CAYMAN ISLANDS | ISLAND MUSE

    Inspired by the natural beauty of Cayman, artist Claire Pettinati’s journey transformed into a life forever anchored to its shores. From global exhibitions to island roots, Claire has found her muse in Cayman’s flora, marine life, and sweeping landscapes. READ MORE

  • Man with gray hair and beard wearing a black suit and white patterned shirt holding an award plaque, standing in front of a modern white house with black solar panels and outdoor furniture.

    ROBERT TOWELL, ROBERT TOWELL ARCHITECT (RTA), CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Robert Towell, RIBA, is a Canadian-born registered architect who has been practising in the Cayman Islands since 1997. Over the course of his extensive career, he has worked on large commercial projects, boutique hotels and condominiums, and many custom single-family homes and renovations. READ MORE

  • An elderly woman with blonde hair smiling, sitting outdoors in a white chair, wearing a blue patterned dress, gold jewelry, and red lipstick, with pink flowers and green foliage in the background.

    FAYE, FOUNDER/ OWNER, DESIGN STUDIO, CAYMAN ISLANDS AND TURKS & CAICOS

    Twenty-three years ago, Faye Ellingson founded Design Studio in Turks and Caicos. Today, the interior design business has two flourishing locations, one in the Cayman Islands, the other in Providenciales, with a combined staff of over 20. READ MORE

  • Black and white close-up portrait of a man wearing a wide-brimmed hat, striped shirt, and necklace, looking directly at the camera.

    I AM ENDEMIC: [R]EVOLUTIONARY STUART WILSON

    To love culture is to know culture. In a fusion of passion and purpose, Stuart Wilson, local musician and Historic Programmes Manager for the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, serves as a conduit between the echoes of the past and the aspirations for the future of Cayman. READ MORE

  • Woman standing outdoors painting a colorful abstract landscape on an easel, surrounded by lush green foliage.

    ISLAND FASCINATIONS | ARTIST JOANNA REED, BARBADOS

    Sitting on the back porch of the restaurant she runs with her husband in the Andromeda Botanic Gardens, looking out at tall trees and lush greenery, where monkeys jump from branch to branch and butterflies flit between colourful blooms, artist Joanne Reed reflects on Barbados’s vast, almost overwhelming nature. READ MORE

  • An elderly man with gray hair sitting at a large desk, smiling, and holding a pen. The desk is cluttered with papers, folders, and pens. Behind him are framed photographs and certificates.

    A CONVERSATION WITH MR A. L. THOMPSON, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Meet Mr A. L. Thompson of A. L. Thompson’s, the island’s leading supplier of building materials, homewares, garden goods and more, a household name in Cayman.
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  • A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a black top with spaghetti straps, blue jeans, and jewelry, sits on wooden stairs inside a house, smiling at the camera.

    LAURA STANIFORTH, DESIGN STUDIO, TURKS AND CAICOS

    British-born Laura Staniforth grew up immersed in the world of design. With an interior designer mum and a dad in construction, there were always home renovations and projects to help with. Laura has since followed in her family’s footsteps… READ MORE

  • Aerial view of a pink beach house on a sandy beach with turquoise water and green trees, alongside a portrait of a woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a blue and white striped shirt.

    YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME, CAYMAN VILLAS, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Born and raised in the Cayman Islands, Juliet Cumber-Forget took over the family business, Cayman Villas, in 2016, which was established in 1970 by her parents. Here, we talk about Cayman Villas’ vacation rentals and investment opportunities. READ MORE

  • A woman smiling and standing indoors, wearing a light pink dress, with her hair styled in a bun, and a watch on her left wrist.

    ANTONETTE BAPTIST, SALES SPECIALIST, PROVENANCE PROPERTIES CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Born and raised in the Cayman Islands, Antonette joined Provenance Properties in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of experience in the high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth space.
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  • A man in a white shirt standing in front of a vibrant painting depicting sailboats on the water and four figures dressed in yellow with African-style attire and headpieces.

    CHRONICLES OF CHANGE | ARTIST, JOHN BROAD, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    In a world that rushes relentlessly forward, John Broad’s vast body of work is a silent call to stop and reflect on where we are and where we have come from.
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  • Portrait of a smiling woman with blonde hair, wearing a floral blouse, sitting near a window in a well-lit indoor space.

    HEIDI WESTCOTT, DESIGN STUDIO, TURKS AND CAICOS

    Born and raised in North Vancouver, BC, Heidi Westcott has always had a passion for design. She has lived between Cayman and the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) for 23 years and has been a team leader at Design Studio Turks and Caicos for the past 16 years. READ MORE

  • Interior of a modern hair salon with styling stations, chairs, large mirrors, and a chandelier, featuring a view of the outside through glass doors. The right side shows a smiling man with a beard, wearing a white shirt, with arms crossed.

    SEAN POWER, VINTAGE, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Vintage, Cayman’s most elegant hair salon, has moved. Originally located at Seven Mile Shops, the uber stylish hair care centre has relocated to brand new 1500 square foot premises in Harbour Walk. Clients will find the same glamorous ambience at the new location, with Sean Power and his talented team offering their expertise… READ MORE

  • A man in a checkered shirt and sunglasses standing on the porch of a white house with a metal roof, white picket fence, and blue shutters. There is an adjacent small white building with a sign that reads "Arthur D. Bodden Printer". Tall green trees and palm trees are in the background under a partly cloudy blue sky.

    BECOMING TRUMAN, | THE HON. DR. TRUMAN BODDEN, OBE., CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Long before the Honourable Dr. Truman Murray Bodden, OBE, ascended to the rank of Leader of Government Business for the Cayman Islands, he was simply the little boy of humble means who spent his afternoons helping ‘Daddy’ in the family convenience store and fished in the bay like generations of his ancestors…READ MORE

  • Colorful watercolor painting of a small house with a pink and blue exterior, surrounded by lush green trees and foliage, under a blue sky with fluffy clouds and a tree with hanging green and yellow fruits in the foreground.

    ARTIST | DEBBIE VAN DER BOL, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    As time goes by | Preserving Cayman’s Built Heritage Through Art | After 35 years running Pure Art, Cayman’s premier art gallery and gift store, Debbie van der Bol has retired from retail to spend more time pursuing her painting. READ MORE

  • A woman with long wavy hair, wearing a white t-shirt, navy blazer, and ripped jeans, lying on a white couch with a patterned pillow in front of her. She is smiling and looking at the camera with a colorful painting on a wooden wall behind her.

    CASA BY CAROLINA HANE, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Introducing CASA by Carolina Hane (CH), a luxury fragrance collection for homes, businesses and hotels. READ MORE

  • A woman with dark brown hair and a bright smile, wearing a green and white patterned dress, sitting on a black wooden chair inside a well-lit space with a modern, decorative interior surrounded by various items and decor.

    SOPHIE SWEETING, DESIGN STUDIO CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Sophie moved to Cayman and joined Design Studio in 2022, working as a multidisciplinary designer. She continues to follow the ethos that design is for living, transforming spaces with a practical sensibility. READ MORE

  • A woman with long braided hair, wearing a sleeveless pink outfit, crosses her arms and smiles. The background features a collage of colorful butterflies, plants, and abstract patterns.

    THE ART OF REINVENTION, ISY B., CAYMAN ISLANDS

    As founder of the Cayman Islands design brand Isy B, designer Isy Obi is no stranger to the art of reinvention. Her working life has seen her morph into careers as diverse as a fashion model, accountant, recruitment and relocation consultant and web developer… READ MORE

  • A smiling woman in a white chef's coat and black chef's hat standing in a restaurant kitchen or dining area, with framed pictures and bottles in the background.

    CHEF KERRYANN, LOBSTER POT, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Kerrryann has been the chef at one of Cayman’s longest-standing restaurants, the Lobster Pot (established in 1965), for over thirteen years. Her passion for cooking developed naturally as a teenager in Jamaica… READ MORE

  • A wall display with 15 pieces of tattered paper, some decorated with drawings, glued or attached to a flat white background.

    ARTIST, NASARIA SUCKOO CHOLLETTE

    A poet, storyteller and visual artist, Nasaria Suckoo Chollette’s extensive and varied body of work is as vibrant, passionate and empathetic as she is. READ MORE

  • A man and a woman sitting on a white couch, smiling, against a decorative lattice wall with green foliage in the background.

    DAVID & MICHELLE, DESIGN STUDIO, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Although they started out a continent apart – David was raised in Victoria, BC, while Michelle grew up in Cayman, spending her time picnicking on beaches and visiting construction sites – they were destined to become partners in life and business… READ MORE

  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing glasses and a black shirt, smiling and looking at the camera, standing against a gray background.

    NATALIE URQUHART, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    So far, 2022 has been a good year for Natalie Urquhart. Not only did she receive a British Empire Medal in the Queen’s New Year’s Honour List and a gold star for creativity at the National Art and Culture Awards… READ MORE

  • A colorful illustration of a seaside scene featuring a small heritage kitchen stand on the left, with a person sitting nearby and a person working inside the stand. There are trees, a white picket fence, and a sign indicating the location as 'Old West Bay' under a clear blue sky.

    ARTIST, DREADY'S WORLD, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Filled with Caribbean sunshine, colour, and all-round good vibes, dready is mood-enhancing art. READ MORE

  • A woman with long dark hair, wearing a white sleeveless dress, sitting on a white couch with red patterns in a bright room with large windows and greenery outside, smiling at the camera.

    REALTOR, FLEUR COLEMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    Meet Lead Sales Specialist at Provenance Properties, Cayman Islands, Fleur Coleman. READ MORE

  • An older man with gray hair is standing in a building under construction, smiling, wearing a white dress shirt and khaki pants with a brown belt.

    BUILDING A LEGACY | BRIAN BUTLER, CAYMAN ISLANDS

    To understand the achievements of Brian Butler and the part he has played in making Grand Cayman the sophisticated, luxury tourism destination it is today, you need only cast your eye along Seven Mile Beach. READ MORE

  • A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair smiling, wearing a black blouse, sitting on a chair in a modern, well-lit interior with a large abstract painting and a potted plant in the background.

    POPPY OF LIVING.KY

    Before moving to Cayman, Poppy Webber lived, worked, and studied between Meribel in the French Alps and Sulawesi in Indonesia. Her travels initially brought her to Cayman for three weeks. That has now turned into eight years. She currently manages design services and operations at LIVING.KY… READ MORE

  • A smiling man with a shaved head sitting comfortably in a wicker chair, wearing a white shirt and dark pants, in a bright, modern indoor setting.

    PIETRO, DESIGNER AT DESIGN STUDIO

    Born and raised in Mexico City, Pietro Alberti studied in Barcelona and Oslo, earning a degree in Interior and Furniture Design. For the past five years, he has worked on commercial and residential spaces as well as designing one-off furniture pieces and millwork development. Pietro joined Design Studio in 2019… READ MORE

  • An older man in casual clothes, glasses, and shorts standing next to a ladder in an art studio. Behind him is a large, colorful abstract painting on the wall, with various art supplies and framed artwork around the room.

    DAVID BRIDGEMAN - EVER EVOLVING

    David Bridgeman’s studio in George Town is a treasure trove of art supplies and inspirational material. The vivid colours of works-in-progress adorn the walls. Shelves are crammed with rolls of paper and canvas… READ MORE