About Crafters Academy:

Our vision is to build a thriving community of artisans in Grand Bahama, recognized for their exceptional craftsmanship and cultural contributions. We strive to create a future where every crafter has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed, transforming local talent into a global symbol of Bahamian excellence. Through our workshops, we aim to foster creativity, financial independence, and cultural pride, positioning Grand Bahama as a hub for artisanal innovation and heritage preservation.

About This Workshop: Intro to Painted Coasters

Thanks to the Grand Bahama Port Authority, this Crafters Academy workshop is provided at no cost to attendees.

All materials and tools will be provided for use during the workshop.

Beginners: Even if you’ve never held a paintbrush before, in this 2-day workshop, we will take you through a proven step-by-step process to transform a wooden slice from bare wood, to a finished product ready for sale! We will also share income generating opportunities that are on the horizon for the Grand Bahama craft marketplace.

Pro Crafters: Scheduled for an evening so as not to conflict with your professional enterprise, we will share our process for creating our coasters. We will also share income generating opportunities that are on the horizon for the Grand Bahama craft marketplace.

Please note: You must be a Bahamian citizen, 18 or older to be eligible for this initiative.