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Artist Information

Born in England to West Indian parents, Arlene Case spent most of her childhood in Trinidad. Her rich Caribbean heritage is evident in her works, which express pride in and affection for the traditions and values of her people. The paintings of Arlene Case take several forms yet a familiar thread runs through them. She recreates scenes of a simpler past or a more complex contemporary existence, uses bold or fine lines, strong or subdued colors, textured or smooth canvases. Her work expresses the human need for compassion, belonging and stability and aims to put her subjects in the finest light regardless of background, culture or status. Her artistry graces the walls of galleries throughout the United States, Canada, England, and the Caribbean.