Frank Walter To Capture a Soul

Enter the captivating world of Antiguan artist and polymath Frank Walter (1926–2009), whose relentless urge to explore, document, and reimagine the world around him resulted in the creation of a wide-ranging body of work that comprises nearly 10,000 objects and a massive written archive. This volume showcases well over a hundred of Walter’s diverse works, ranging from vibrant landscapes to abstract cosmological compositions, from portraits of the natural world to genealogical charts and musical scores. New scholarship provides insights not only into Walter’s artistic process but also his relationship to issues of race and identity as well as the colonial and postcolonial experience. Contributions by contemporary artists and writers are evidence of the enduring legacy of Walter’s profound vision and creative spirit.